You’re invited to show the world Harlan County as you see it. Capture photos of the natural beauty, mountain adventures, wildlife, attractions, and more! This contest is open to beginners, amateurs, and professionals.
Submissions should be emailed to harlancountyphotography@gmail.com. Please include your name, where the photo was taken, and your contact information in the email. You may also submit by bringing a flash drive with your photos to the Harlan Center Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Each photographer may submit up to 5 photos.
We will accept submissions until July 11, 2023. On July 12, 2023, eligible photos will be posted to our Visit Harlan County Facebook page for public vote to determine the fan favorite winner until July 18, 2023. At that time, we will announce our $500 grand prize winner as well as the $250 fan favorite winner.
-By entering photographs in this contest, you are affirming that you are the maker of the image. You are also affirming that you have obtained the proper photo releases from any identifiable person or entity. Photos for which releases have not been obtained are ineligible for the contest.
-By entering the photography contest, you give your consent for Harlan Tourist & Convention Commission to use your photography for promotional uses including but not limited to print ads, brochures, commercials, website, social media, and in other appropriate venues without any monetary compensation to you. You understand that others outside of HTCC may copy your photo from public sites and use it without your permission or HTCC’s permission. Your photo may be used with or without photo credit.
-Entering a photograph in this contest in no way prevents you from using the photograph in other venues or from entering other contests.
-Photos must be submitted in JPEG.
-Photos must be captured in a safe, respectful, and ethical manner.
-Photographs should be suitable for family viewing and should follow the theme of promoting Harlan County, its attractions, and businesses.
-HTCC reserves the right to refuse any entry if it fails to align with the goals, spirit, and standards of the Harlan Tourist & Convention Commission.
