Ten categories
Better chances
Birdo Special Theme
This year, our goal is crystal clear: we want to see owl photos in this category! Whether it’s a snowy owl, a pygmy owl, a long-eared owl, or a tawny owl, this is the place for them.
If your photo features an owl alongside another bird species, we recommend submitting it to a different category — this one is all about owls and owls only!
Youth
A special category reserved for young photographers under 21. Entrants may submit a portfolio of up to 10 images, that would fit with the categories outlined above. Judges will reward diversity in the first place!
Birds in their environment
The judges are looking for photos that highlight the natural or urban environment where birds live. The image could demonstrate the beauty of a place or the challenges birds face due to habitat loss and degradation. It is important that the bird remains clearly recognizable within the scene. We encourage compositions where the bird is a prominent part of the image rather than a small, distant detail. This category is not about pure landscape photography but bird photography where the environment also plays a significant role.
Birds in the air
This category is dedicated to what birds do best - fly. You may capture the dynamic and energetic nature of motion either with a frozen image or with creative blur techniques while at the same time ensuring to emphasize the bird as much as possible.
Birds behaviour
Images capturing the unique natural behavior of wild birds should be included in this category. Examples include birds feeding, courting, playing, fighting, preening, or socializing. This can also feature interactions between birds or moments where a bird is striking at its prey, such as catching a fish. The focus should be on showcasing the bird’s actions and behaviors in the wild.
Bird portrait
For this category we expect portraits revealing the nature and the most distinguishing features of a bird species. Judges will reward photos where the bird is the main element of the composition and stand out from the crowd. In this category, the bird's body, shape, and plumage can be showcased to ensure that the species' characteristics are clearly recognizable.
BirdArt
All forms of creative approaches of the photo shooting and post processing are acceptable as long as it results in an artistic interpretation and offers a new perspective on the bird.
Conservation
Submit photo sets showcasing the dedicated work of volunteers or professionals in bird conservation. Each project should include 3 to 8 themed images with a concise text narrating the story. The series must document key moments of the effort, such as urban kestrel protection, bird ringing, or lake restoration. The timeframe can range from a single day to years, covering anything from rescuing an injured bird to species reintroduction. Regardless of scale, the images must illustrate a clear process and be of high quality.
Open
Open to photographers of all backgrounds and all levels - including professionals and amateurs -, who only have their images in JPEG format. Images of birdlife in any context are possible. The abundant variety makes this category so fascinating to all those interested in bird photography.
Details
Images must depict details of the bird. The subject may be portrayed in a close-up shot or on a macro photo, however photographers need to express the details through the language of abstract, composition and form. This could be a pattern in the feathers, the bird’s head, beak, or wing—any striking detail that captures the essence of the bird through a unique perspective.
Birdo Nature Conservation Association Email: info(at)bird-o(dot)hu
Copyright © 2024 Birdo Természetvédelmi Egyesület. All rights reserved. Web: NetContent