The Yellow Pages is once again offering photographers the chance to be published on the cover.
After its successful debut last year, The Yellow Pages 'Capture The Cover' competition is back in 2013 and again asking locals in Australia’s major capital cities to submit original photographs showcasing a hidden gem in their community, with the winning images appearing on the cover of their local Yellow Pages.
Judged by leading photographers Steve Parish, Steve Fraser, Mark Lobo, Mark Kimber and Penelope Beveridge, 'Capture The Cover' offers photographers the chance to showcase their work to an audience of thousands and the chance to win a share in more than $60,000 prizes, which includes a major prize of a $1000 cash card and one of seven runner-up prizes of a $100 cash card.
Perth judge photographer Steve Fraser said this year’s competition will aim to celebrate little-known local spots on each cover under the theme Only Locals Know.
"It might be a favourite quiet place, the best spot to watch the sunset, a hidden piece of graffiti or even the tastiest coffee only locals know about," Mr Fraser said.
"For me, a winning entry is always one that communicates a feeling – a great shot goes beyond technical composition. I’d tell entrants not to be afraid of taking lots of photos – the more you shoot, the more you can potentially capture."
To enter, metro residents need to take a photo of the best kept secret in their community and upload it to www.CaptureTheCover.com. Those using smartphones can also enter via Instagram by tagging their photo #CaptureTheCover and @Yellow_Au. The closing date for each city is as follows:
• Adelaide: 1 September • Perth: 8 September • Brisbane: 22 September • Sydney: 6 October • Melbourne: 20 October
Image by Colleen Sleer, 2012 'Capture the Cover' winner.
Image by Daniel Craig, 2012 Capture the Cover winner.
Image by Alex Bell, 2012 'Capture the Cover' winner.
