Calling all local photographers – the 2024 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest is on the lookout for your snapshots that encapsulate "Teamwork in Coon Rapids." It's your chance to capture the essence of cooperation and community spirit in a city known for its close-knit vibes and collaborative efforts. Whether you're a pro or just snapping pics on your phone, there's a spot for you in this creative challenge. With cash prizes up for grabs, it's time to team up with your camera and showcase what teamwork looks like through your lens.
Submissions for the contest opened recently, and you've got until the deadline on Friday, Sept. 13, at 4:30 p.m. to get your entries in. There are two categories to consider, youth and adult, ensuring that photographers of all ages have a fair shot at the limelight. According to the City of Coon Rapids, Minnesota's Facebook post, participants stand to win not just fame, but also a tidy sum of money, if their work manages to impress the judges – and yes, cash is always a good motivator.
To throw your hat in the ring, get those photos ready and visit the Coon Rapids Arts Commission website. They've got all the nitty-gritty details alongside the entry form that will put you on the path to potentially becoming Coon Rapids' next recognized shutterbug. When the contest closes, a panel of judges will take to the task of evaluating your images – which means your work will be seen and considered by those who really know their stuff.
Now, if you're on the fence about joining, just remember that this is more than a photo contest. It's a platform to express your vision of what makes a community tick. Your photograph might be the one that sparks a bigger conversation about teamwork in our corner of the world; it could become the face of a local exhibition or the buzz on Coon Rapids' social media feeds. So go ahead, get out there with your camera, and capture those moments of collaboration, or silliness, or anything that screams 'Coon Rapids works together.'
Stay updated on the Coon Rapids Arts Commission's webpage for winner announcements and exhibition details after the contest wraps up. If your image garners enough votes, you might just be the next big thing in local photography.
