The 16th Annual NTCA & Elders Amateur Photographic Competition
In its sixteenth year, the Annual NTCA & Elders Amateur Photography Competition continues to be a highly anticipated event during the NTCA Conference & Gala Dinner. This esteemed competition has established itself as a highlight, showcasing the incredible talent of amateur photographers within the cattle industry.
We are thrilled to announce that all competition entries will be proudly displayed at the NTCA Annual Industry Conference on March 20 & 21, 2025. This provides a unique opportunity for attendees to appreciate the exceptional visual storytelling captured by the photographers. The winners of the competition will be unveiled during the prestigious NTCA Gala Dinner.
Categories
Section 1 – Portrait (person or animal)
A photograph that captures the likeness of a person or animal, or a small group of people or animals, in which the face and expression is predominant. The objective is to display the likeness, personality and even the mood of the subject/s.
Section 2 – NT Landscape
Intended to show different locations within the NT, showing little or no human activity, using subjects as landforms, weather or ambient light.
Section 3 – Industry at work or play
Pictures of the NT pastoral/beef industry, people and landscapes, showing everyday life or extraordinary situations. Pictorials must include people and may also include examples of caring for our livestock, environment and each other.
People's Choice:
The People’s Choice Award is the major prize of the competition and is judged by the attendees, from all entries in the above three categories, to be the overall favourite of the competition.
Your photograph/s will not only provide a backdrop for the forthcoming 41st NTCA Annual Industry Conference in Darwin, they will illustrate our unique outback lifestyle and the distinctive Northern Territory people and landscape.
For enquiries about the 2025 Photography Competition please contact Jess on bdo@ntca.org.au
Please note: you must be a current NTCA member (full or associate) or an employee of a member to enter.
Key Dates
(NTCA Gala Dinner) |
Prizes
Prizes are to be announced soon!