Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest

Every year, Anza-Borrego Institute is proud to sponsor the Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest. We receive hundreds of images of the Park from photographers all over the country, and the best are put on display.

2010 Contest Rules and Instructions

Entry Form

Model Release Form

The theme of the contest is the unique and natural beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and photos are entered in one of five categories:

A. Desert Plants

B. Desert Animals

C. Desert Landscapes/Skyscapes

D. People Enjoying the Desert

E. Macro Photograph of a desert subject - NEW!

Ribbons are awarded to First, Second, and Third Place winners, as well as Honorable Mentions, in both Adult and Youth Divisions. See the winners from 2009's contest.

Important dates for the contest:

January 15, 2010: Entry Deadline

Jan 29 - Feb 6, 2010: Gallery Display of winning photos

February 6, 2010:
Awards Ceremony - 6:00 pm at Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center
Reception - 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Borrego Art Institute
Close of Silent Auction - 8:00 pm

February 7, 2010: Morning Light Photo Safari, led by Paul Johnson

Many thanks to our 2010 Contest Sponsors: