The prize winners will be announced during the award ceremony,
which will take place on 20.09.2019 between 5 pm and 8 pm in the Vincentre
at the Berg 29 in Nuenen
All nominees and prize winners are informed well in advance by the organization through Email.
The outdoor exhibition will take place from 21.09 to 06.10.2019, in the downtown center of Nuenen
Sponsored by :
Identity design 2019 :
Many thanks to:
van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam, Visit Breda, Provincie Brabant, Gemeente Nuenen, Vincentre – Nuenen, van Gogh Village en het Sint Lucas – Boxtel
for their valuable support & advice
AWARD INFORMATION – PRIZES
THEME for 2019 : FACES OF THE WORLD
– through the eyes of Vincent van Gogh –
Let the theme ‘Faces of the World’ inspire you in a contemporary way.
Think out of the box, just like Vincent used to do. Surprise everyone!
Let the camera be your paint brush and participate in this contest!
INFORMATION
Enter to your best image(s) in relation to this years theme:
FACES OF THE WORLD – through the eyes of van Gogh.
All entries will be judged by our professional independent judges.
Judging is subjective, however we have a few simple guidelines for putting together your entry.
– Make sure it’s strong on its own. It should relay the story, moment or concept you want to convey.
– Trust your instincts, but also ask the advice of those you trust.
Sometimes you need another opinion to improve your edit.
Ask someone with a good eye, be it another artist, or a creative who has experience in the field.
STUDENT AWARD
In addition to the Vincent van Gogh Photo Award, this edition will also include a competition for students.
This competition is co-organized by the SintLucas.
All students can participate in the Student Award,
and students of the SintLucas are requested to registrate with their personal SintLucas email address.
VINCENT VAN GOGH PHOTO AWARD STUDENT AWARD
PRIZES
WINNER : € 1000 € 500
SECOND PLACE : € 500 € 250
THIRD PLACE : € 250 € 125
CHARITY ENTRY FEE*
ONE SINGLE IMAGE : € 10 € 5
TWO SINGLE IMAGES : € 15 € 7
THREE SINGLE IMAGES : € 20 € 10
Max. Three (3) Single Digital Images per Entry
You may enter as many entries as you like
*The Entry Fees will be donated to our four selected charities:
‘The World Wildlife Fund’, ‘End Polio Now’, ‘Stichting Leergeld’ and ‘de Zonnebloem’
ALL 50 WINNING ENTRIES will be published in the on-line Winner Gallery and during the fall of 2019, be exposed during a outdoor exhibition in the historic City center of Nuenen – The Netherlands, where Van Gogh created most of his works
ENTER IN THREE EASY STEPS
STEP 1 : REGISTER – yourself
STEP 2 : PAY – your charity entry fee
STEP 3 : SEND – your digital image(s)
THERE IS NO RISK TO ENTER
.
All photographers retain their copyright.
Winning work will only be published in the online gallery and in promotion related to the Vincent van Gogh Photo Award.
This will included print and a three week outdoor exhibition in the city center of Nuenen – the Netherlands
ENTRY SUBMISSION PERIOD :
AUGUST 1, 2018 – JUNE 30, 2019
By registrating you accept the rules & terms of the Vincent van Gogh Photo Award
THE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION
From September 21 to October 6 – 2019, all winning entries where exposed during an outdoor exhibition in the center of the city of Nuenen – the Netherlands.
The approx. 50 winning entries where located at strategic locations related to Vincent van Goghs period in Nuenen – the Netherlands, where he created most of his works.
Walking through the historic center of Nuenen, the visitor will step into the world of Van Gogh and enjoying the Photo Exhibition at the same time.
THE OUTDOOR EXPOSITION LOCATIONS & -ROUTE
A. VAN GOGH CHURCH
( Student Award )
B. LIME TREE – SEXTON’S DWELLING
C. VINCENTRE
D. PARK – VAN GOGH MONUMENT
ROUTE
( click on the image to enlarge )
OUR JUDGES
Milou Halbesma
Director - Public Affairs - van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam houses the largest collection of art works by Vincent van Gogh in the world. The permanent collection includes more than 200 paintings by Vincent van Gogh, 500 drawings and more than 800 letters. The museum also presents exhibitions on various subjects from 19th-century art history.
Peter Verver
Photographer & Photography teacher SintLucas, Eindhoven
Peter Verver has been an image maker / photographer since 1982 and has been responsible for various national and international advertising campaigns for major brands. Since 2011, he is also a teacher in photography and film training at the SintLucas in Eindhoven where he tries to inspire students with his many years of experience. Peter takes a seat on the jury on behalf of SintLucas.
Jac Mostert
Photographer & Photo Union Master class, Delft
Jac Mostert takes a seat on the jury on behalf of the Dutch Photo Union. Jac is a very experienced photographer with a specialty: “street photography with a historical background in a contemporary setting, in which the unreal reality is captured. He has participated in various exhibitions and gives lectures about his photography, but also discusses photography of others. He is an experienced jury member and member of the Dutch Group Union masters class.
Brendan de Clercq
Photographer and mixed media artist, Amsterdam
Brendan de Clerq, born in 1964 in Dublin, is an professional Irish/French photographer and mixed media artist. His work is characterized by powerful imaginary with a clear emotional expression. His portfolio is a direct reflection of himself. His earlier work was dark and full of contrast as currently it’s more vibrant and capturing light. He is inspired by the creative world around him. He is known for various TV programs, such as the Perfect Picture.
John Geven
Founder / Owner - John Geven Studio’s, Nuenen
John Geven Studio‘s has a divers portfolio of customers ranging from Multinationals to celebrities, sports-clubs and private persons. Together with his team, John has a clear own signature when it comes to professional photography. In 2007 his works were exposed in the exposition ’From Hero to Zero‘ in the ’Oude Kerk’ in Amsterdam, followed by the exposition at the Technical University of Eindhoven.
Web link: www.vangoghmuseum.nl
Web link:
www.sintlucas.nl
Web link:
www.fotobond.nl
Web link: www.brendandeclercq.com
Web link: www.johngevenfotografie.nl
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION’S
For retrieving the answer : Click on the question
WHAT IS AN ENTRY?
An entry consists of one, two or max. three digital image(s).
IS THERE A LIMIT TO THE NUMBER OF ENTRIES THAT I CAN ENTER?
No, you may enter as many entries (of max. three digital images) as you like.
WHAT DOES THE "FACES OF THE WORLD" THEME INCLUDE?
It actually is a broad theme, with many possibilities and freedom for the photographers.
– What do you see through the lens as the face of this world?
– Who or what is the face of this world for you?
– Is this actually a face of a person?
– Or is this a landscape or place in the world that you have recorded with your camera?
– Do you know someone or a group of people who are the face of the world for you?
– How do you experience our world as a photographer?
– Is it a beautiful paradise or is it not?
– Are they the worldly problems?
Light also played an important role in his paintings.
Vincent was able to capture the light beautifully on the canvas.
Photography literally means writing with light
The possibilities are endless!! Be inspired by our theme, with your images!
There is no need to refer to-, or incorporate Vincent van Gogh or Nuenen in the photo(s).
The title of this event is a tribute to Vincent.
He recorded with a brush, what he saw and experienced.
You can do this through the lens of the camera, because maybe your picture hangs in the living and working world of Vincent in his period in Nuenen!
Let your inspiration as a photographer take its course.
HOW ARE THE ENTRIES JUDGED?
All entries will be judged by our professional independent judges.
Judging is subjective, however we have a few simple guidelines for putting together your entry.
- Make sure it’s strong on its own. It should relay the story, moment or concept you want to convey.
- Trust your instincts, but also ask the advice of those you trust.
Sometimes you need another opinion to improve your edit.
Ask someone with a good eye, be it another artist, or a creative who has experience in the field.
IS THERE A TIME FRAME FOR WHEN MY PHOTOS MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN TO QUALIFY FOR THIS AWARD?
No, there are no time frame restrictions for this award.
WHAT FORMAT SHOULD I SAVE MY DIGITAL IMAGES?
Each digital image should be send without edges, watermarks or logo’s in JPG format of minimal 3,000 pixels (longest side) 300 dpi and with a file size of at least 2 MB and preferably not more then 4 MB.
Images may be color profiled in RGB, Adobe-1998, or not color-managed.
The filename consist of your (registration) name, followed by the title of the photo, the date and place – when/where the photo was made and the photo number (1,2 or 3). Example : Me-Nature02.12.2016-Amsterdam1
I HAVE ENTERED MY PHOTO IN ANOTHER COMPETITION. DOES THIS DISQUALIFY MY ENTRY?
No, we allow images that have been entered or have won in other photo competitions, including other contests.
SHOULD I WATERMARK MY IMAGES?
No, we will appropriately credit all winning photographers.
WILL MY IMAGES BE SOLD?
No. You retain copyright to your photograph and we will not sell your photo entry for a fee.
All entries will be posted online so that viewers may view all entries.
Winning entries will be used in connection with the promotion of the Award for a period of 24 months from the date winners are notified.
WHEN WILL THE WINNERS BE ANNOUNCED?
Winners will be contacted in September 2019 and the winning entries will be exposed during a three week outdoor exhibition during the fall of 2019
Please do not call or e-mail about the status of your entries.
First winner 2017 :
Bartlomiej Jurecki – Polen
OUR SPONSORS
Profoto was founded in Stockholm in 1968 by photographer and engineer Eckhard Heine and photography equipment retailer Conny Dufgran. Their relationship Began When Conny solar Eckhard a flash unit That did not work. Annoyed with the faulty unit, Eckhard went home to invent a new type of flash. He Returned a couple of weeks later with a superior unit. A few years after That, Eckhard and Conny exhibited the first Pro-1 generator at the Photokina tradeshow in Cologne. It was an instant success. Profoto was born. With a bang.
Today, our products are used by the best in the industry. Whether it be on a billboard or in a fashion magazine, there’s a good chance That the image you are looking at was created with the help of our lights. But eventhough we Continuously refine and improvement our equipment, we stay true to Eckhard’s and Conny’s ideals.
We Still Believe That A Light Shaping Tool Should feel right, sound right and be aesthetically pleasing. Just like the painter’s brush or the musician’s instrument, its shape Should Reflect its function. We will never let technology rule over the artist. Our tools are not Obstacles but lighting solutions, Designed to help you turn your ambition into reality.
Weblink: www.profoto.com
ABOUT US
Rotary Club – Nuenen
As Rotary Club Nuenen we are part of Rotary International, an international service organization of 1.2 million neighbours, friends, and community leaders who come together to create positive and lasting change in our communities.
Our differing occupations, cultures, and countries give us a unique perspective.
Our shared passion for service helps us accomplish the remarkable in providing humanitarian services, encouraging high ethical standards in all vocations, and to advance goodwill and peace around the world.
Weblink: www.rotary.org/en
OUR CHARITIES
THE ENTRY FEES OF THE VINCENT VAN GOGH PHOTO AWARD WILL BE DONATED TO THE FOLLOWING FOUR CHARITIES:
WORLD WILDLIFE FUND
The World Wildlife Fund is a globally operating organization that has been working for the protection of nature for almost 60 years. The giant panda is the symbol of our organization
We try to protect the most endangered species on the ‘Red List’ of IUCN, such as the tiger, elephant, rhinoceros, giant panda, apes and river dolphins.
Not only are animals threatened, their habitat is also under pressure, for example by logging, dams or melting ice. We protect nature in collaboration with partners, governments, research institutions, companies and local communities. By cooperating with these organizations we can show the importance of nature protection in a special way.
END POLIO NOW
Rotary, along with our partners, has reduced polio cases by 99.9 percent worldwide since our first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979. Rotarians have helped immunize more than 2.5 billion children against polio in 122 countries. For as little as $0.60, a child can be protected against this crippling disease for life. We are close to eradicating polio, but we need your help the close the final gap.
STICHTING LEERGELD
More and more children in the Netherlands are, for financial reasons, not able to participate in activities that are normal for their peers. They often literally stand on the sidelines. The ‘Leergeld’ Foundation wants to prevent the social exclusion of these children by allowing them to join!
The 94 local ‘Leergeld’ foundations, jointly operating in 250 Dutch municipalities, offer these children in the ages of 4 to 18 years, the opportunities to participate in in- and of out-of-school activities. It can involve children activities in the fields of education, sports, culture or welfare activities, such as participating in school trips, music lessons or joining a sport- or scouting club. With this ‘Leergeld’ offers them a platform, in order for them flourish, develope knowledge and skills and gain self-esteem.
DE ZONNEBLOEM
National Association de Zonnebloem in the Netherlands, enriches the lives of people with physical disabilities and that of their volunteers by making social and recreational activities possible.
De Zonnebloem strives for a society in which people with a physical disability can participate carefree and self-evident. ‘Carefree’ means here that someone with a physical disability should not be bothered by more practical care than anyone else.
Weblink:
www.worldwildlife.org
Weblink:
www.endpolio.org
Weblink:
www.leergeldnuenen.nl
Weblink:
www.dezonnebloem.nl