Young people are invited to submit their imaginative entries on the theme of ‘Astounding Inventions’ to this year’s Heritage Open Days Photographic Competition for Students.
This is the third year of the Royal Tunbridge Wells Civic Society’s Heritage Open Days Photographic Competition for Students, which is free to enter and offers a series of generous prizes in two age categories, so it’s time for children aged between four and 13 to get their cameras or phones out to join in.
This year’s theme to follow is ‘Astounding Inventions’, and all students within the age groups who live in Tunbridge Wells borough are welcome to enter shots that reflect that theme. There will be prizes for winners and runners up in two entry groups.
2021 RUNNER UP
Gallery
Last year’s theme was ‘Edible England’ (as pictured here) and saw a range of imaginative entries and well-deserved winners.
During the festival, a gallery of images submitted by students will appear on the Heritage Open Days Facebook and other social media pages.
Explaining the idea behind the competition, Caroline Auckland, one of the local organisers, said: “All of the Heritage Open Day events are run by adults, and although many events are suitable for young people to attend we really want to encourage young people to contribute to local heritage appreciation.
“The photographic competition is always linked to the Heritage Open Day special theme, and as organisers we tend to have preconceived ideas about the entries we expect to receive, and are always delighted when we receive fresh, vibrant, creative presentations on the theme.
“Last year it was ‘Edible England’, and the class of 2021 produced images which told stories in multiple ways, whether in the framing or the reflective content. In some entries the focus on detail was thought-provoking and in others playful. The title and description of each submission added to the photographic context.
“We can’t wait to see the submissions for 2022 and anticipate a diverse range of images interpreting our local heritage. Above all, young people are invited to have fun interpreting this year’s theme.”
Entry details are as follows:
- Entry group Years 4-6, with a first prize of £50 and two runners-up prizes of £25.
- Entry group Years 7-13, with a first prize of £100 and two runners-up prizes of £50.
- The theme of ‘Astounding Inventions’ may be interpreted in any way – e.g. architecture, transport, computing, domestic appliances. Look for inspiration at the newly-opened Amelia Scott cultural centre on the corner of Mount Pleasant Road and Monson Road, which explores objects connected with Tunbridge Wells and the High Weald.
- One digital entry per student (landscape or portrait, high resolution jpeg). Include your name, year group, address, school, plus title of photograph submitted. Entries must be students’ original work.
- Submit entries by September 8 2022 to twellsheritage@gmail.com
- The judges’ decision is final. Results of competition to be announced on the Heritage Open Days website.
Entry will allow use of images on the Heritage Open Days website and social media pages and in their newsletter and future Tunbridge Wells Heritage Open Days leaflets. Entry permits publication of names in press releases.
Heritage Open Days 2022
This year’s heritage festival runs from September 9-18 and is another opportunity to visit historic sites in our area for free, some of which may not normally be open to the public. It is a superb chance to explore and discover places and buildings inside and outside.
Keep an eye on the website below for the places you can visit during the festival. Some events may require booking.
For more information visit: heritageopendays.org.uk
