Photo of the Month
TT-Forums holds a Photo of the Month competition in the General Transport Discussion forum.
Rules
Rules are adapted from the previous POTM competitions (2009). Originally written by Andel/Davew - http://www.tt-forums.net/viewtopic.php?f=49&t=41656
1. The photo must be related to transport generally. This is very open to an array of photos from Railways, aviation, ships, cars, bridges, roads, airports, canals, ports etc. So long as there is some relation to transport, any photo is welcome.
2. Most months will have a specific topic or theme. Pictures entered that don't, in the opinion of the organisers, follow this topic will not be entered into the final vote. Discussion will be pursued with the entrant about the eligibility of the photo in regards to the topic.
3. The topic will be chosen by the previous month's winner. If they decide not to choose a topic, the following month will have a topic selected by the award organisers or by popular demand.
4. The photo MUST belong to the entrant. Photos must be taken by YOU. They must be your photo and not someone else's.
5. Entrants may only enter one photo. However, changing your entry prior to the closing date is permitted.
6. Entrants may not use multiple usernames to enter multiple photos.
7. The decision of the organisers is final - although the voting process is entirely democratic and EVERYONE'S vote adds one point to the score of a photograph.
8. Discussion of entries is permitted so long as comments do not deliberately try to influence one photo over another.
9. Photo-shopping/editing of images is not permitted. Basic colour correction is allowed (such as black & white, sepia etc) so long as it is not over-the-top.
10. Images must be at least 1024 x 768 px.
11. Previously entered photos can be re-entered for other themes if it fits. However, winning entries may not be re-entered again.
12. Please note that acceptance is at the organisers discretion.
13. If a photo is found to have been taken whilst trespassing or has been taken without care to safety, the entry will be removed and the entrant possibly banned depending on the extent of the above. Do not endanger yourself or others!
PLEASE abide by the safety regulations and laws for where ever you may be taking photos - especially for railways.
As a quick guideline for Railways: -Do NOT trespass on the railways - No matter how good you think your photo is. -Do NOT use the 'flash' on a camera as stated by all TOC's. -Do NOT photograph in areas where it may pose a danger to you or anyone else. -Do NOT obstruct signalling or security equipment. -Always be fully aware of your surroundings both for your own safety and others. Note and report any suspicious activity or behaviour.
For more information, see your local TOC's website or visit www.NationalRail.co.uk for their guidelines.
