The next CAPA competition that the club will be entering is the Colour competition.
Colour Inspiration
Submitted image must fall within one of the following themes:
- Still Life – images are skillfully-crafted arrangement(s) of vibrant objects and textures. Experimenting with lighting, angles, background and props may contribute to a unique fine art interpretation. The possibilities are endless – the beauty of flowers, the allure of food, nostalgia of toys, the wisdom within books, elegance of fabric, the charm of collectibles, craftsman’s hand tools, and natural materials.
- Dramatic Contrast & Shadows – images in this theme leverages the power of dramatic contrast and shadows. Sources of inspiration – low-key, silhouette, and selective lighting effects to create bold graphic image. Everyday spaces reveal geometric shadows cast by individuals, buildings, signs and structures.
- Action & Motion – image in this theme should convey excitement, speed, and movement through colour. Image can be a result of panning effects, slow shutter speeds and freezing fast action. Source of inspiration is boundless – whether it’s animals, birds, dance, long-exposure shots, sports, traffic, vehicles, or any other dynamic subject.
- Nature’s Beauty – images capturing inspiring landscapes, mesmerizing plants, enchanting animals, and captivating natural phenomena. Domesticated animals, birds and drone images are welcome additions to this theme, allowing for a broad spectrum of natural wonders. All hand-of-man elements are permissible in this theme.
- Travel – image that transcends the typical postcard and provides a fresh and creative perspective. Submissions are welcome from all corners of Canada or anywhere else in the world.
For more information on editing criteria, image specifications, etc. please go to the CAPA website at:
https://capacanada.ca/2025-colour-inspiration-competition/
Our club may submit 6 images to this competition. The deadline to submit your one (1) digital image for consideration for this competition will be February 18, 2025. Your image may be submitted through the Saskatoon Photography Club website under “submissions”.
I encourage ALL of our members – old AND new – to consider submitting an image for consideration for this competition, as well as to enter our local club competitions. It is sometimes hard to put yourself out there and enter competitions but it is an excellent way to grow and learn with your photography and that’s what it’s all about!
If any members have questions regarding this or any of the other CAPA club competitions we will be entering, or any aspect of CAPA, please feel free to reach out to me. I’m happy to help!
Cathleen Mewis