The Ripple Effects: Exploring Water in Louisville Student Photo Contest is presented by Louisville Free Public Library, the Kentucky Division of Water, Center for African American Heritage, University of Louisville College of Education, Louisville Water Company, Waterfront Park, and River City Paddle Sports. This contest is organized for all Kindergarten to 12th-grade students in the Louisville area to mark the Earth Day 2021 contest. Water is important for life on Earth, and the Louisville area is fortunate to be nestled along the mighty Ohio River and close to beautiful streams and wetlands. However, there is a threat of frequent flooding and pollution to many of the waterways. Participants can capture images of what water means to them and submit their entries for this contest. The first-place winner will receive $200, the second-place winner will receive $100, the third-place winner will receive $50, and the honourable mention will receive $25. The age categories are Kindergarten-2nd grade, 3rd-5th grade, middle school, and high school. The winning photos will also be featured in an exhibit this upcoming fall as part of the Louisville Photo Biennial.
Photo contests like these are organized to raise awareness about the threats faced by various elements of our environment. Water is vital to life on Earth that faces threats like flooding, pollution, etc. This contest is for all the students living in the area, and they can receive exciting opportunities to win cash prizes and recognition through displaying their photos in galleries or exhibitions. These contests can be a good and easy way to get valuable feedback from selected and experienced judges. Also, the entrants can know if their artwork or photos are award-worthy or not. They can also know what improvements or changes they can implement to improve their photography skills.
Waterfront Park, a non-profit organization and a public park in Louisville, Kentucky, borders on the Ohio River and is not only a destination but the front door to the city. It connects people to the river and is devoted to preserving and growing a space that can be enjoyed by the community forever. This location was once a wasteland of scrap yards and abandoned industrial buildings, and now it is a vibrant eight-five acre green space that welcomes over 2.2 million visitors each year.
Brief Description
Refer to the below table for more details of the scholarship:
| Organization | Waterfront Park |
| Educational Level | K-12 students |
| Subjects | All |
| Amount | Various |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | 4 |
| City | Louisville |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | June 10 |
| Application Fees | N/A |
| Requirement | Photographs of places with water |
Who May Be Eligible
- kindergarten to 12th graders living in Louisville, Kentucky.
How to Apply
To win the competition, you need to do register, complete the information and submit the photographs.
Supporting Documents
- Photographs of places with water
Benefits
The first-place winner will receive $200, the second-place winner will receive $100, the third-place winner will receive $50, and the honourable mention will receive $25. The age categories are Kindergarten-2nd grade, 3rd-5th grade, middle school, and high school. The winning entries will also be displayed in an exhibit this upcoming fall as part of the Louisville Photo Biennial.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for this photo contest is June 10, and the winner will be awarded on June 21.
