If you love our local area and always find yourself snapping photos of your surroundings, a new community initiative is offering the perfect opportunity to showcase your talent. Rutland & Stamford Sound has officially launched its Local Lens Photography Competition. Organised in partnership with and proudly sponsored by Pixel + Paper, the contest celebrates the unique charm of the region while giving local residents of all ages a chance to see their work published.
The core theme of the competition is simply Rutland & Stamford. To qualify, submissions must feature a location, landmark, or subject found directly within the local area. Whether it is a sunset over Rutland Water, the historic stone architecture of Stamford, or a quiet moment in a village community, the organisers are looking for images that reflect what makes this corner of the world so special to the people who live here.
The competition is structured to give everyone a fair chance, dividing entries into three distinct age brackets based on the upcoming academic year. The Adult category, which also includes sixth-form and college students, will see ten winning photographs selected. The youth categories will highlight the region's younger talent, with two winners chosen from secondary schools and another two from primary schools. Organizers note that students who have just finished Year 6 should enter the secondary category, while Year 11 leavers should submit their work under the adult section.
In total, fourteen winning images will be selected to form the official Rutland & Stamford Calendar 2027. Beyond securing a spot in the calendar, the winning photographers will receive full photo credits within the publication, a physical copy of the finished calendar, and an official commendation certificate. Furthermore, the winning shots will be prominently featured in the upcoming Local Lens Exhibition, offering valuable public exposure for the photographers' work.
Submissions are currently open to all amateur and aspiring photographers in the community.
Click here to enter now using the submission form and then email your photo to
locallensphotographycomp@gmail.com
https://www.rutlandandstamfordsound.co.uk/community/local-lens-photography-competition-2026/
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