Contest Prizes – 2

Prized Continued…

Second Place Winners

Receive up to $700 in Prizes Each

There will be one Second Place winner in each of our two categories, professional and amateur.

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One Second Place Winner Will Receive This Package

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Alien Skin Software • Bokeh 2

Bokeh 2 provides a wide range of creative focus effects and accurate lens simulation in a simple interface. Photographers use Bokeh to draw attention to their subject by manipulating focus, vignette, and depth of field…more

Value $199

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A One Year IPA Gold Membership

including our complete Staff Press ID package

IPA believes that photographers and journalists must have some real experiences so they can be prepared to enter the professional market. Today only a handful of fortunate individuals, now have the means to attend a  journalism or photography school. Membership in IPA offers the opportunity to learn by doing and each member showcases their works on the IPA web site, this enables members to qualify for important media access and gives them the credibility and exposure they need to succeed in our industry.

Value $200

*Current IPA members will receive a one year Gold renewal on their current membership. Platinum members will receive a $200 credit on their renewal.

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Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod

The Manfrotto 190XDB three-section tripod is stable, flexible, and easy to use, making it a great choice for amateur and professional photographers alike. The tripod is distinguished by its redesigned aluminum frame, which is lighter than previous incarnations and slightly more compact. As a result, it’s more convenient to bring this tripod along on shoots without weighing yourself down….more

Value $120

Manfrotto  Tripod 496RC2 Head

The Manfrotto Compact Ball Head is strong enough to take 35mm SLR cameras with medium lenses, and light medium format cameras. It has a new friction control knob plus a smart ratchet locking knob for 360-degree pan and plus/minus 90-degree tilt movements…more

Value $95

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Kata 15” Laptop sleeves (KT LC-115)

Kata LC-115 Laptop Case is slimly designed to hold and protect most 15” laptops plus your essentials. When on-the-go use this case to pack lightly and forego the bulk of a large and heavy laptop case. Though light and soft the LC-115 features Kata’s unique TST RIB structural protection that will shield your electronics from accidental damage…more

Value $50

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One Second Place Winner Will Receive This Package

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• Alien Skin Software • Bokeh 2 - Value $199
• A One Year IPA Gold Membership – Value $200
• Kata 15” Laptop sleeves (KT LC-115) – Value $50

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Manfrotto 7321YB M-Y Tripod with 3-Way Head

The 7321YB is a tripod-head system with improved lightness and compactness. The tripod has a built-in video/photo 3-way head, with ergonomic pan bar and independent pan and tilt locks and quick release plate. Designed for photographers using lightweight DSLR, compact and bridge cameras, this tripod is the perfect balanced choice for improving your photography…more

Value $120

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Ten Honorable Mention Winners

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Receive up to $200 in Prizes Each

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• IPA Credit Toward a Platinum Membership or Renewal – Value $100
• Kata 15” Laptop sleeves (KT LC-115) Value – $50

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Extra Bonus – USA Honorable Mention Winners Only

Select Either One of These Magazines Prizes

One Year (12 Issues) Subscription
Shutterbug Magazine

Shutterbug is a photo magazine for advance amateur and professional photographers. Sections include techniques features, equipment reviews, electronic imaging and video, classic collectibles, plus darkroom articles and Help!

Newstand Value - $60

Two Year (12 Issues) Subscription

American Photo Magazine

This magazine is for those interested in creative photography. It profiles the personalities behind the lens and their contributions to art, history, fashion, journalism, and advertising. AP often features reviews of exhibitions and books, readers’ photos and requests and picture portfolios and stories on working professionals.

Newstand Value - $60

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IPA Member Bonus – Four USA Winners Will Receive

An IPA Embroidered Logo Jacket – Red or Blue Based On Size Availability

IPA Tek Gear Jackets are the perfect all weather gear for active photographers and journalists. Light weight yet warm and water resistant makes them perfect for any assignment.
Extreme comfort and performance oriented makes this 100% Nylon outside and 100% Polyester lining inside the perfect light weight choice to carry in ones camera bag or case.
Take this with you on every assignment and always be ready for any type of weather…more
Sizes: M-L-XL-XXL  • Value - $40

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See Our First Place  Prizes…click here.

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Important Information Please Read:
Alien Skin Software will be available as a download from their web site and we will issue proper registration numbers.  U.S. winners may opt to have the Alien Skin software sent to them on disk.  Tripods and Kata bags that must be shipped will ship directly from Manfrotto to U.S. customers only. International winners of these prizes will be required to pay for the cost of international shipping (via Pay Pal or other payment services) and these prizes will be shipped by IPA to those winners. We will indicate the prizes are gifts on the customs documentation.  We would not expect any duties would have to be paid on these items, but please check with your local authorities for verification.