Winners of the 2013 Photo Contest have been announced!

See the Winners and Honorable Mentions here!

2013 BEST OF SHOW, Leo Larson, 1st Place, People

ABF is proud to sponsor our annual photo contest, encouraging desert lovers and photography enthusiasts to capture their favorite views, moments and adventures in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. 

Important dates for the 2013 contest :

January 27, 2013: Entry Deadline

February 3, 2013: Judging

February 4 - 5, 2013: Winners notified

Feb 9 - Mar 2, 2013: Gallery Display of winning photos at Borrego Art Institute

March 2, 2013:
- Awards Ceremony at Borrego Springs      Performing Arts Center: 5:00 pm
- Reception and Silent Auction at Borrego Art Institute: 6:00 pm

2013 Contest Rules & Forms

2013 Contest Rules

Each participant must fill out a Participant Information Form

Each photo must have an Entry Form affixed to the back

2013 Model Release Form

The theme of the contest is the unique and natural beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Ribbons are awarded to First, Second, and Third Place winners, as well as Honorable Mentions, in both Adult and Youth Divisions.

Photos can be entered in one of five categories:

A. Desert Plants

B. Desert Animals

C. Desert Landscapes/Skyscapes

D. People Enjoying the Desert

E. Black & White photography

Khia Howard
  2013 Youth First Place, People, YOUTH BEST OF SHOW