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5th Annual
​Zoo Photography Exhibition

​Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is proud to announce its fifth annual photography contest is open for submissions, an opportunity for the Zoo’s many dedicated amateur and professional photographers to submit their best work for public viewing. The contest, sponsored by Milford Photo, will combine digital submissions with an in-person exhibition.

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VOTE TODAY! 

Over the last month, more than 100 photos were submitted by dedicated amateur and professional photographers for the Zoo's 5th Annual Photography Exhibition. Now, the power is in your hands to choose a "People's Choice Award". Voting is $1 per vote. (you can vote more than once and for as many photos as you would like.) All proceeds raised from our Photography Exhibition will directly support operational costs at the Zoo. Voting will close on: Wednesday, July 26th at 11:59pm
VOTE TODAY


SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 5th ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION HAVE OFFICIALLY CLOSED   

Photos are to be submitted digitally for a first round, with the top 100 selected for exhibition and judging. Photographers selected for the in-person exhibit will be asked to print and mat their photo (size 8 x 10).  Judging will take place in July, with an in-person show held on Thursday, July 27 in the Zoo’s Hanson Building

Exhibit Rules
  • Each photographer can submit three photos, with a $10 fee per photo.
  • For the best quality for viewing the photos online, the recommended image size is 1088 x 816 pixels with a maximum file size of 1MB.
  • Photos must have been taken on Zoo grounds. Plants and grounds photos are allowed. They may be older photos from a previous year as well as current photos.
  • Milford Photo will provide First, Second, and Third prizes in the form of gift certificates to the store. First prize is $200, second prize is $100, and third prize is $50. In addition
  • In addition to the judged photos, a People’s Choice will be selected. The public can vote on their favorite by making a one-dollar donation for each vote. Voting will take place online.
  • Digital, first round photos are due to be submitted by July 4 at 11:59 p.m.
  • Photographers are invited to upload their submissions below!
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo invites you to:
 
Photography Exhibition
Thursday, July 27
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Hanson Building
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport

The exhibition is free, and open to all photographers, family and friends. Light refreshments will be served.
 
5:30: Meet and Mingle/Photo Viewing
6:00: Welcome, Announcement of Prizes:
First Place
Second Place
Third Place
Judges' Choice/Honorable Mention (3)
Zoo Director's Choice
Peoples' Choice

6:30-7:00: Photo Viewing
7:00: Conclusion

Photos will be displayed indoors, with light refreshments available on the building's back deck.

Thank you to our judges:
Jack Bradley, Zoo Volunteer and Photography Instructor
Roger Salls, Roger Salls Photography
Ashlie Steinau, Ashlie Steinau Photography
Jesse Thompson, Milford Photo

 
And a big thank you to Milford Photo for sponsoring this year's Photography Exhibition!

Questions? 
Ashley Volkens,Development and Marketing Manager 
avolkens@beardsleyzoo.org  |  203-394-5522

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      • Indoor Spider Monkey Cam
      • Otter Cam
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    • Zoo to You!
    • Digital Programs
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    • Cool Blue Bridgeport
    • Educational Resources
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    • Appeal
    • Corporate Support
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    • Animal Sponsorship
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    • Honor & Remember
    • Monthly Giving
    • Wish List
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    • Private Events
    • Weddings
    • Rates and Details
  • Volunteer
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  • Buy Tickets
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  • Glow Wild