Kentucky 811 is excited to announce the 2027 Calendar Photo Contest! We are inviting photographers of all levels to capture and submit photos that showcase the quintessential beauty and spirit of Kentucky. The top 12 photos will be featured in our official 2027 calendar.
Out of the 12 photos featured, three amateur submissions and three professional submissions will be chosen by our panel of judges to receive prizes. See below for the official submission guidelines and rules.
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Kentucky 811 2027 Calendar Photo Contest Rules and Guidelines
Eligibility
- The contest is open to both amateur and professional photographers, but the participant must self identify when submitting their form and photo.
Professional/advanced photographers are defined for this contest as having significant photography and editing experience and/or having been paid for their photography. All other participants are considered amateurs.
- Participants must be residents of Kentucky and have taken the submitted photo within Kentucky.
- No photos generated using artificial intelligence (AI) software may be submitted.
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be submitted here.
You will be asked to provide:
- Name
- Mailing Address
- Phone Number
- Are you an amateur or professional photographer
- Where the photo was taken (city/county)
- What month the photo was taken
- A brief description about the photo
- Participants can submit one photo each.
- Entries must be in high-resolution format (preferably in JPEG or PNG) to be considered for the calendar.
- Entries must be in a horizontal (landscape) format.
- Entries must be taken in Kentucky.
- The submission deadline is November 23.
Ownership Rights
- By submitting a photo to this contest, you agree to waive any ownership rights to Kentucky 811. We may use your photo for promotional and marketing purposes in association with the calendar and the contest.
Photo Themes
- Submitted photos should reflect the essence of Kentucky. This includes its landscapes, landmarks, culture, people, traditions, or any other aspect that is quintessentially Kentucky.
Judging Panel
- A panel of judges selected by Kentucky 811 will evaluate all submissions and select the top 12 photos for the calendar. The judges’ decision is final.
Prizes
- 1st Place$250 Gift Card
- 2nd Place$150 Gift Card
- 3rd Place$100 Gift Card
- 1st Place$100 Gift Card
- 2nd Place$50 Gift Card
- 3rd Place$25 Gift Card
Winning Entries
- Winners will be notified via email by December 1, 2026.
- The winning photos will be featured in the official 2027 Kentucky 811 calendar.
Terms and Conditions
- Kentucky 811 reserves the right to disqualify any photo that does not comply with the rules and guidelines.
- Submitted photos should not infringe upon any copyrights, trademarks, or intellectual property rights.
- Form submissions must include all necessary information to qualify. Failure to include all of the information outlined above will be disqualified.
Usage Rights
- Kentucky 811 may use winning and non-winning photos in various promotional materials, attributing photographers when possible.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this contest, please contact socialmedia@ky811.com.
Due to the volume of submissions, emails with questions or to change submitted information will not be accepted.
Let’s see the Bluegrass through your eyes.
We look forward to seeing the beauty of the Bluegrass State through your eyes! Good luck to all participants!