PHOTOGRAPHERS of all skill levels, from emerging talents to seasoned hobbyists and professionals, are invited to take part in the 2025 Pix from the Stix competition hosted by the Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council (GACCI).
Initiated by local resident Gary Lyford, the competition has been running for 25 years and continues to celebrate the photographic art of locals and out-of-towners.
Participants can submit their work across a range of categories, including Portraiture, Nature, and Culture.
To ensure the competition has local content, there is a “Lie of the Land” category, which challenges entrants to capture the essence of the Barrington Coast’s distinctive landscape features.
Young photographers aged 17 and under are encouraged to participate in the Junior section, which is not bound by specific categories.
This gives budding artists the freedom to explore different styles, forms, and subject matter.
“We had a great response to the Junior section in 2024, and I hope to see even more entries this year,” said Charlie Lethbridge, GACCI Arts Administrator and competition coordinator.
This year’s entries will be judged by professional photographer and educator Peter Sedgwick, who brings years of experience behind the lens and in the classroom.
“Great photography comes from finding excellent subjects and capturing them in beautiful light,” he said.
“I look forward to seeing that come through in this year’s submissions.”
Charlie also highlighted the vital support of local sponsors in keeping the competition running strong for a quarter of a century.
“The longevity of this competition is due not only to the talent of our photographers but also to the ongoing support of our local business community.”
Detailed entry guidelines can be found on the GACCI website.
Selected photographs will be exhibited at the Gloucester Gallery from 13 August to 7 September, with the winners announced during a special event at the gallery on Saturday 16 August at 2pm.
By Wendy BUSWELL
