Photo contest by Dr.Hersh Chadha OPM (Harvard), ARPS

April 27, 2015

Dr. Hersh Chadha OPM (Harvard), ARPS, famous photographer, writer, philanthropist and AUCA’s big friend and long-term supporter, is looking for young and ambitious photographers – who he can train and promote. Therefore, Dr. Chadha is announcing a photo contest for the best nature oriented photos that showcase outstanding landscape photography skills. The winner will join Dr. Chadha in the photography trip to Antarctica.

The photo contest features following requirements:

1. All applicants must be current AUCA students
2. All applicants must fill the application form
3. The trip and all related costs are part of the prize (flights, medical insurance, visas, etc), however, the applicant must bring his/her own photography equipment.
4. Photographs should be nature oriented
5. One applicant may submit one portfolio composed of 5-10 photos
6. Photographs should be of a standard size 8’’-10’’ either in colour or BW.
7. Photographs can be retouched, however, should look natural. The privilege would be given to photos taken in remote areas.
8. Competition is open to all AUCA students, but it will be the student's responsibility to get the necessary visa/s from all countries. Students might need visas to Argentina or Chile, depending on the source of the expedition.
9. Experienced students with strong photography skills are expected to apply.
10. Strong health and endurance are obligatory for the trip, as this trip tests the physical ability to a very high level.
11. The trip is scheduled for December 2015 – January 2016.
12. Application should be submitted only after student’s parents’ approval.

Deadline: May 27^th, 2015

Application review process:

1. Portfolios of 10 semi-finalists submitted to Dr Chadha – May 29
2. Applications screened and reviewed by AUCA panel – May 28
3. Finalist announced on June 6

Photo contest 2015 Application

Please email your application with the subject line “Photo contest for Dr. Chadha’s internship” to JMC at jour@auca.kg with a copy to develop@auca.kg.

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