Sheila B

Good morning!
It's 12/22/12 and we are still here! Amazing how things get twisted!
Anyway, I am considering submitting a photo of mine in a local print competition. They will be using a "light box"
Can someone tell me how to correctly present my print? I have absolutely no idea how to do this!
I have been told this group is quite critical but "what the heck!" I think my skin is thick enough!
Thanks, as always, for our support!

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

Not sure where you are at but its only 12/21/2012 in the USA (Note the date on your post.)

Sheila B

Well, thanks, MT! I posted a bit early in the morn. Guess I was not quite awake!

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Sheila, why don't you wait and ask your question tomorrow, why stress over it, just in case we are NOT here tomorrow !
Just saying

Photographer Jim Loc: Rio Vista, CA

First, double check as to what "rules" they have for competitions. Usually that will include minimum and maximum image size, mat size (if allowed, or required), thickness limitations for the backing plus mats etc. I've seen more than one image from my club DQed because the photographer did not follow the competition guidelines.

I'm assuming (i may be wrong here) that by using a " light box" they intend to view the prints in a setup under daylight balanced light (5600K) in order to see color casts, etc. Try to proof your print using the same type of light if possible, and adjust the one you plan to submit so that it looks good when viewed under that light source.

Don't fret. If you have a good image and you follow the rules for the competition you'll be fine.

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Jim, when I get a chance I will PM you. We should meet sometime, we are neighbors.
Have a happy holidays.

Photographer Jim Loc: Rio Vista, CA

Please do. I see from your profile you are in the Berkeley club. I am with Diablo Valley, also an N4C member.