FOTOTHON CH. SAMBHAJI NAGAR 2023

EVENT INFORMATION

ABOUT THE EVENT :

FOTOTHON: A 24 hours PHOTOGRAPHY CHALLENGE for ALL those who are passionate about Nature and Photography.

It provides Photographers with an opportunity to meet and network with like-minded people and share knowledge and show their skills. The contest is OPEN to any photography enthusiast and tests not only their Photography skills but also Creativity.

Fotothon is the only of its kind, REAL-TIME Photography competition where every participating photographer gets 24 hours to shoot and submit their work.

VENUE:

CH. SAMBHAJI NAGAR :

Garware Community Centre, B1, CIDCO N-7, Near CIDCO Police Station, Ch. Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra 

431003

Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/fotothon

Categories:

1) Foto Story

- The main competing event.

- Tests photographers eyes for detailing but also their brains for ideation.

- The participant has to narrate an environmental-based issue through a series of four photographs clicked in a span of 24 hours  making it a story with help of captions.

- The topic for Foto Story will be disclosed to the participants on the Day of The Event.

2) Nature

Photographers will have to submit a SINGLE photograph under this category related to Nature and Environment. (This category is not time-restricted)

3) Mobile

Photographers will have to submit a SINGLE image clicked in a span of 24 hours on a subject that will be announced on the day of the event.

ENTRY FEES: Rs. 250/-

Includes: Breakfast, participation fees for all categories, T-shirt (subject to sponsorship)

FAQ :

a) What is Fotothon?

Fotothon is a unique PHOTOGRAPHY RACE wherein you have to shoot and submit your photos in 24 hrs on a given theme/topic.

b) What type of camera is required to participate?

Any kind of digital camera/DSLR/action camera/ mobile phone camera above 5 megapixel

c) What is the age limit for participation?

17 yrs and above. (Should have completed 17 years on the date of event)

d) Can I participate in all the categories of FOTOTHON?

YES, one can participate in any one or all the categories of FOTOTHON.

e) How many photos can I shoot in a span of 24 hrs?

There is no limit on the number of photos you shoot, but you have to choose the best of the lot and then submit it in various categories.

f) Do I have to personally come to submit my photos at the Venue?

NO, after you have completed your shoot you have to mail the images to us as has been told to you during the event.

g) Where can I go to shoot my photos?

In the span of 24 hrs, you are free to travel anywhere in the city, state or the country. But you have to mail the photos within 24 hrs.

h) What are the different categories for Participation?

There are 3 categories for participation viz:

FOTO STORY

BEST PICTURE ( NATURE)

BEST PICTURE ( MOBILE PHONE)

The participants can participate in any one, two or all the three categories.

i) What are the Entry Fees to Participate in FOTOTHON?

ENTRY Fee: Rs. 250/-( with T-shirt subject to Sponsorship),

j) How Do I pay the Entry Fees?

Online

k) Can I cancel or transfer my registration to somebody else?

You can cancel your registration, but the entry fee is not refundable. Registration is NON TRANSFERABLE.

l) What are the modes of Registration?

Online registration: 

m) What are the Prizes for FOTOTHON 2023?

FotoStory the main category of Fotothon has the following Prizes :

1. First Prize : Rs. 20,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

2. Second Prize : Rs. 15,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

3. Third Prize : Rs. 10,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

ALL other Categories :

1. First Prize : Rs. 5,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

2. Second Prize : Rs. 3,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

3. Third Prize : Rs. 2,000/- Cash, Certificate & Trophy.

Consolation Prizes will be also be given to encourage the photographers subject to the judges decision.

TERMS & CONDITIONS.

I declare, confirm and agree as follows:

(i) The information given by me in this entry form is true and I am solely responsible for the accuracy of this information;

(ii) Have fully understood the risk and responsibility of participating in the event and will be participating entirely at my own risk and responsibility;

(iii) Understand the risk of participating in a course with vehicular traffic, even if the course may be regulated/policed;

(iv) Agree that if I am injured or taken ill or otherwise suffer any detriment whatsoever, I hereby irrevocably authorize the event officials and organizers to, at my own risk and cost, transport me to a medical facility and/or to administer emergency medical treatment and I waive all claims that might result from such transport and/or treatment or delay or deficiency therein. I shall pay or reimburse to you my medical and emergency expenses and I hereby authorize/s you to incur the same;

(v) In case of any illness or injury caused to me or death suffered by me or my due to any force majeure event including but not limited to fire, riots or other civil disturbances, earthquakes, storms, typhoons or any terrorist act, none of the sponsors of the event or any political entity or authorities and officials or any contractor or construction firms working on or near the course, or any of the FOTOTHON personnel, officials or volunteers of Ecofolks Ventures or any persons or entities associated with the event or the directors, employees, agents or representatives of all or any of the aforementioned shall be held liable by me or my representatives;

 (vi) Understand, agree and irrevocably permit Ecofolks Ventures. to share the information given by me in this application, with all/any entities associated with this event, at its discretion;

 (vii) Understand, agree and irrevocably permit Ecofolks Ventures to my photograph and record (on film, tape, hard drive, or any other method) my performance, appearance, name and/or voice and the results in perpetuity to promote the Event, at its discretion. I further authorize Ecofolks Ventures to edit the same at the discretion and to include it with the performance of other and with sound effects, special effects, music etc. in any manner or media whatsoever, including without limitation, unrestricted use for purpose of publicity, advertising and sales promotion; and to use my name. Ecofolks Ventures owns all rights to the results and proceeds of my services in connection therewith;

 (viii) I agree with the entry terms and guidelines.