2024 - 2025 Monthly Assigned Topics:

Images must be submitted by 11:30 pm on the Wednesday prior to Exhibition Night. 

Black & White (CAPA)

 
This a black & white photo competition not a monochrome photo competition.  A black & white image ranges from very dark gray (black) to very light grey (white) with varying shades (darker) and tints (light) of the grayscale.

All submitted must be deemed as a black and white image.

This year’s completion and its themes are designed to give photographers the chance to flex their creative muscles, encouraging them to capture outstanding and stunning images in areas that may push them out of their comfort zones.  We look forward to seeing your image and imaginative interpretations, aimed at providing photographers with the opportunity to exercise their creative skills to: capture outstanding and stunning images in areas that they may be out of their comfort zones.

Images depicting individuals experiencing homelessness, infirmity, or people in crisis will not be accepted.  We consider the exploitation of the misfortune and suffering of others for the sake of photography demonstrates a disregard for the well-being of our fellow individuals. 

Just Rock - I have seen some really beautiful pictures of rocks - plain old agate on a river bed, polished rock from other countries, rock faces in the canyon, etc. Personally, I find photographing rock can be a real challenge, especially well lit crystals or globes. Check out a rock show for opportunities.

Peeling Paint - Photograph peeling paint to show abstract compositions, urban decay, colour studies, texture, patters and shapes.

Curves & Lines (CAPA)

Capture the energy and emotion that lines and curves bring to an image. We invite you to explore these powerful compositional elements and share your creative perspective through photography.

This is your chance to showcase your unique photographic eye. Submit an image that captures the dynamism of lines and curves in a visually compelling way.

Get creative with angles perspective, framing and editing to highlight lines and curves in an innovative way. We’re excited to see your fresh take on the new themes.

Submitted image must fall within one of the following themes:

Geometry in Nature – images that capture interesting natural shapes and patterns like spirals, fractals waves, etc… This theme highlights the curve and repetitions found in the natural world or created within a photographic image.

Landscape – images capturing interesting architectural shapes, leading lines, patterns in rural or urban environments. This theme focuses on curves, geometry, and visual rhythm in man-made surroundings.

Minimal Still Life – simple, clean images of everyday objects arranged in repetitive patterns or positions to emphasize their curves and lines. This theme aims to find the curve and visual interest in mundane items.

Motion and Flow – image capturing the curves and created by moving elements such as people, animals, vehicles, water, smoke etc. This theme focuses on using curves to show movement and energy.

Kaleidoscope Curves – image featuring interesting reflective symmetry (where shape or pattern is reflected in a mirror line or a line of symmetry),or a kaleidoscopic effect. Images will showcase curves, lines, and geometric shapes found in modern architecture. Submissions can feature architectural details such as stairs, railings, windows, bridges, and other structural elements. Creative perspectives showcasing the artistry of modern architectural designs are encouraged.

The Fraser Valley - Images from the Fraser Valley that depict the natural beauty in our area or an icon or landmark that is unique to the valley such as artwork or sculpture work. Images may be from Langley, Maple Ridge, Pitt Polder, Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Rosedale, Hope, Harrison Mills, Harrison Lake and any parks in the region. Images may include activities such as horse shows and competitions, plowing competitions, native events  nature shots, as long as they are taken in the Fraser Valley, buildings and other structures in the Fraser Valley and agricultural endeavours. 

Night Lights - public buildings, bridges, fountains, store fronts, street lights, car light trails, etc will all be great subjects.  Try the blue hour or full on darkness in your quest for light at night.

Reflections - whether water, glass, or mirror

Tranquility - a scene that evokes a sense of quiet, calmness, and peace.

Umbrellas - An essential piece of gear living on the west coast.  Think about various uses for umbrellas.

Fire - images that include fire

Note: The word CAPA means that images will be selected from the club images to compete in a Club competition with other Club members from the Canadian Association for Photographic Art. You don’t have to be a member of CAPA to participate in these Inter-Club competitions.