‘Best of Augusta’ Photo Contest

 

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 Our mission is to develop a love for taking pictures, supplying tips for excellent photos, and showcasing our unique Town of Augusta.

               Colors of autumn!  Harvest time!  Apple picking!  Pumpkins and gourds!  Fresh produce!  Mums! And so many other fall scenes from which to choose.  Then there are the activities:  sharing a glass of wine, or a mug of beer; riding a bicycle on the Katy Trail; roaming the quaint, peaceful Town of Augusta;  shopping at local stores; checking out the Augusta Harvest Festival the weekend of September 20-21; and whatever else catches your eye.

               Take memorable photos to cherish the moments!  Composition quality is as important as picture clarity.  One standout distinction for an excellent photograph is whether or not someone desires to take a second glance, or a third.  Enter the best one from your collection of memories into the “Best of Augusta” Photo Contest.  

  • Shoot pictures in the town limits of Augusta.
  • Tell a story.                   

2024 PHOTO SUBMISSION DEADLINES

2024 continues the fall back-to-back months of the Adult/ Teen Contest and a Kids 12 & Under Contest.

  • ADULT / TEEN CONTEST focuses on Harvest Festival events:  Deadline is September 30, 2024.   
  • KIDS 12 & UNDER:  Deadline is October 31, 2024.
  • (Completed in the spring) All AGES CONTEST focused on the Plein Air Festival events in Augusta.
  • All contests include photos taken within the Town of Augusta boundaries.
SEPTEMBER “BEST OF AUGUSTA” PHOTO CONTEST PRIZES for Adults/Teens 
Augusta Winery:  A 90 minute guided tasting party of award winning wines for up to 10 people with a specially curated charcuterie board.   (Must be 21 or over to redeem the prize.)
Augusta Town Board:  $50.00 check
 

OCTOBER 2023 PRIZES for Kids 12 & under “Best of Augusta” Photo Contest

3 cash prizes from the Augusta Town Board 

1st place = $30.00,     2nd place = $25.00,     3rd place = $20.00

   JUDGING CRITERIA
  • The Uniqueness of Augusta with Creative Composition, Use of Light, and Clarity
  • Photos judged by local artists, art connoisseurs, and photographers

SUBMISSIONS

Send in one 4 x 6 photo taken in Town (print and complete the entry form below).  Meanwhile, if you are in Augusta, you may pick up entry forms 24 hours a day from the Post Office foyer or the Wandering Owl Gift Shop & Visitor Information Center entryway by the Town Square.

CLICK HERE TO PRINT CONTEST FORM

MAIL ENTRIES (4×6 photo and completed form) TO:
“Best of Augusta” Photo Contest
PO Box 42
Augusta, MO 63332

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