Eye Level Photography Competition
The natural world that surrounds us is intertwined, through interactions, food chains and migrations. As humans we connect to our environment through recreation, jobs, food and survival. However, in our fast moving world we can often feel far removed from the environment around us. Kaikōura is an area of outstanding beauty and a hotspot for many different forms of wildlife. In this competition we want to explore what connecting and experiencing the environment means for you, the community.
Cost
$10 for a total of three images, one image per category.
Categories
- SeaWeek - Images taken during SeaWeek 2026 2nd-8th March
- Oceans
- Land
- Junior - Photographers 16 and under
- Phone - Images taken using phone or compact cameras
Instructions
Fill in information and upload images via Google Form linked below.
Image size 20MB, 300 DPI (dots per inch), Dimensions in cm/inches: 29.7 X 42 cm or 11.7 X 16.5inches.
Title images with category and initials e.g OceansAD, LandAD, SeaWeekAD. Initials will be removed by organiser before sending to judges for anonymous judging process.
Pay $10 entry fee via bank transfer, to cover running costs, bank details on entry form.
Rules
Images must be taken during 2025/2026 within the Kaikōura District, with the exception of SeaWeek Category which has a restricted time period (2nd-8th March 2026). Each category is open to all ages, with the exception of Junior Category which is restricted to entrants aged 16 and under at the time of entering.
Images of animals must be taken following DOC's approach rules, including marine mammal regulations. Images, especially for the phone category, displaying clear signs of disturbance from photographer will not be included in judging.
Winner and runners up will be announced at Eye Level art exhibition open evening Friday 10th April, they will be on display for the duration of the exhibition.
ENTRIES OPEN 2nd MARCH
