Mexico Through My Lens
Inaugural Photography Contest and Exhibition
Fabrica la Aurora, San Miguel de Allende
August 30 - September 1, 2024
Enter now and submit entries by August 15.
Exhibit your image at Fabrica la Aurora
Benefiting Angelitos Sanctuario - The "Biggest Little Animal Sanctuary in Mexico"
Come see the exhibit at Fabrica la Aurora 30 Aug - 1 Sept
Enter Today to Save the Lives of Desperate Animals
Angelitos Sanctuario is an American-based non-profit rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing lifelong sanctuary to abused and neglected dogs, donkeys, and cats in Central Mexico.
We are grateful for your participation in the contest. You are helping us build a permanent home for these deserving creatures. We currently permanently house over 150 animals. With your help, we will never stop saving creatures in need.
How to Participate in the Contest
How the contest works:
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Images are submitted between July 25 - August 15
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Entrants may live anywhere and enter at either the Professional or Amateur skill level*.
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Images must be in these categories: animals, people, or places in Mexico.
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Up to three digital images may be submitted in categories of your choice.
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AI is not accepted.
How the Judging works:
Professional and Amateur images will be judged separately.
Blind judging will take place in two rounds:
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Round I: Finalists are selected - August 15 - 22
All digital submissions will be juried to select professional and amateur finalists.
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Round II: Winners are selected
Finalists' prints will be on exhibition at the main entrance of Fabrica la Aurora, the art center of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico, August 30 - September 1.
All other entries can be exhibited.
Professional and Amateur "Best of [each] Category" and "Best of Show" will be named on the morning of August 30.
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A "People's Choice" award will be awarded based on votes cast by exhibit visitors.
Entry fees for up to three images in any category:
Professional entry $1200 MXN
Amateur entry $600 MXN
100% of your entry fee goes directly to Angelitos Sanctuario to save animals.
*Angelitos Sanctuario defines an Amateur as someone who has never received any regular income from their photography. If you have received income from your photography, even if you are currently retired from active sales, you must enter as a Professional.
Anyone who falsifies their status as pro or amateur will be disqualified from the competition and will surrender their entry fee.
Why Enter Mexico Through My Lens?
Win Prizes, Sell Your Images & Get Recognition
All participants are invited to attend a reception and awards ceremony. Finalists are eligible for prizes as follows:
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Best of Category in both amateur and professional levels wins a special night out in magical San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
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Best of Show is a $5000 MXN award! Both professional and amateur images are eligible for consideration.
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All entries will be displayed during the 3-day exhibition at the Fabrica la Aurora.
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Finalists can sell up to four images.
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Non-finalists can sell the displayed image.
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All entries will be displayed on the Angelitos Sanctuario website for 6 months after the event with attribution.
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Honorable mentions will be recognized.
Save Desperate, Sick, and Scared Animals
Animals in Mexico face cruel and inhumane treatment, including abandonment, neglect, torture, and overbreeding.
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thrown out of moving cars along the highways,
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tied to rooftops on short chains with no shelter and little or no food,
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hit by cars and left to die slowly on the side of the road
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trapped in inhumane conditions,
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used for endless breeding.
Angelitos Sanctuario has saved over 2000 dogs in just four years.
100% of your entry fee goes directly to Angelitos Sanctuario to save animals.
Your donation is US tax deductible.
"Mexico Through My Lens" Examples
The theme of the inaugural contest, "Mexico Through My Lens," celebrates the animals, people, and scenery of our beautiful country.
Here are some examples of professional and amateur images.
Keep Your Photo Rights
We firmly believe in honoring your artistic autonomy. Rest assured, we will not lay claim to the copyright, ownership, or any other rights to your captivating images.
By entrusting us with your photographic work, you grant Angelitos Sanctuario permission to showcase your work on our website, our social media channels, and other media where we can proudly display your creations. Whether you are selected as a prize winner or not, your photographs and contact information will be available to all who appreciate your contributions and want to continue appreciating your work.
Meet Our Esteemed Judges
There are two levels of competition: Professional and Amateur.
Professional Level Judges
Amateur Level Judges
Ready to Enter?
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Follow these easy steps:
Step 1 / Submit your entry fee. (100% saves desperate animals!)
SCROLL DOWN and CLICK a button to submit your entry fee using Paypal. (You do not need a PayPal account.)
Step 2 / Give us your contact information.
After you pay using PayPal you will see a simple form to complete.
Step 3 / Check your email tomorrow
Within 24 hours of receiving your entry fee you will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to submit your images...and much more. Remember, August 15 is your deadline!