published images... the news is coming, plus an online article at NPN!
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Posted by Marc Langille on August 17, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Hi Everyone,
Just an update from the VLF Wildlife Photo Competition - details found here: http://www.valleylandfund.com/contest.php
I confirmed today with a staff member at VLF that the letters notifying photographers which have placed in the contest are being sent out this week. Those who did not get a placing will not receive a letter. Those receiving a letter will have their image(s) published in the upcoming nature book. It's a coffee table sized hardcover - the last edition had approx. 200 images in it, and proceeds are used towards land conservation efforts. VLF is a non-profit organization promoting private land conservation in deep south Texas, and long term plans are to potentially extend into the surrounding states. Private land conservation is important, since perhaps 20-25% of all lands in the US is public (state/national parks, etc.) .
So what's the good news? I have been told that I am receiving a letter notifying me of "several placings"... The staffer was not willing to provide any additional information at this time, so I must wait. Those images will be published in the book. I have no idea how many of my images have been selected or what they placed (1st, 2nd or 3rd). I also have no idea whether or not my images might have been a division winner, or the long shot of being good enough to be a contender or even considered in the Grand Prize portfolio competition.
I've only placed several images from the competition on my website, and you are welcome to view them in the Nature galleries. I do hope to have more up in the next few days or by the weekend. I know it may not sound like it, but this waiting is killing me!!!
I've included another image - it's a full frame shot of a brown thrasher (AFAIK), just 11.5 feet from the blind, and I took it with my 500/4.5. The head and bill are ~15" long at 100%!!!
EDIT: an update - Jim really like the idea of an article on my experiences of shooting for 36 days in a 70 day period, so that will be in the works too...
Regards,
Marc
Posted by Tom Kennon on August 17, 2008 at 3:40 PM
Congatulations Marc, the detail in you larger image is amazing. Great work! Let us know when you get your official notification.
Posted by David Bush on August 17, 2008 at 5:21 PM
Congratulations Marc! I can only repeat what Tom has already written, nice work. Keep us posted!
Posted by Merle Cook on August 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM
Be sure and keep us posted on how things go. (No pun intended) :)
Posted by Wayne Rhodus on August 18, 2008 at 2:37 PM
I'll add my congratulations too Marc. It must have been a treat to get accepted in the first place and now to know that some of your images will be making it into print and help promote much needed exposure for land management issues, that's got to be off the charts rewarding!
I can't image being able to shoot unencumbered for 36 days in an entire year let alone in the span of 70 days. Two months that I'm sure you'll remember for a lifetime. Thanks for sharing your good fortune with us!
Way to go Marc! I'm looking forward to hearing how you placed! I'll bet the excitment is almost overwhelming. Congratulations!
Posted by Marc Langille on August 20, 2008 at 8:54 PM
Tom: thank you and I just wish I knew more!! I love the detail on it's head too...
David: thanks and I shall keep y'all in the loop!
Merle: thank you sir!
Posted by Marc Langille on August 20, 2008 at 8:56 PM
Be sure and keep us posted on how things go. (No pun intended) :)
Hopefully they won't go
Cheers,
Marc
Posted by Marc Langille on August 20, 2008 at 8:58 PM
Wayne and Bill: thank you both for stopping by and commenting.
It's been a huge experience, and now I get to put my thoughts to the keyboard for the article too. I've come away with a better understanding and appreciation of the skill and patience you need for this kind of photography...
Posted by Rob Graham on August 20, 2008 at 10:20 PM
Discussion
10 repliesJust an update from the VLF Wildlife Photo Competition - details found here: http://www.valleylandfund.com/contest.php
I confirmed today with a staff member at VLF that the letters notifying photographers which have placed in the contest are being sent out this week. Those who did not get a placing will not receive a letter. Those receiving a letter will have their image(s) published in the upcoming nature book. It's a coffee table sized hardcover - the last edition had approx. 200 images in it, and proceeds are used towards land conservation efforts. VLF is a non-profit organization promoting private land conservation in deep south Texas, and long term plans are to potentially extend into the surrounding states. Private land conservation is important, since perhaps 20-25% of all lands in the US is public (state/national parks, etc.) .
So what's the good news? I have been told that I am receiving a letter notifying me of "several placings"...
I've only placed several images from the competition on my website, and you are welcome to view them in the Nature galleries. I do hope to have more up in the next few days or by the weekend. I know it may not sound like it, but this waiting is killing me!!!
I've included another image - it's a full frame shot of a brown thrasher (AFAIK), just 11.5 feet from the blind, and I took it with my 500/4.5. The head and bill are ~15" long at 100%!!!
Here is a link to the larger image:
http://www.marclangille.com/photos/337056575_EEwmb-XL.jpg
EDIT: an update - Jim really like the idea of an article on my experiences of shooting for 36 days in a 70 day period, so that will be in the works too...
Regards,
Marc
I can't image being able to shoot unencumbered for 36 days in an entire year let alone in the span of 70 days. Two months that I'm sure you'll remember for a lifetime. Thanks for sharing your good fortune with us!
David: thanks and I shall keep y'all in the loop!
Merle: thank you sir!
Hopefully they won't go
Cheers,
Marc
It's been a huge experience, and now I get to put my thoughts to the keyboard for the article too. I've come away with a better understanding and appreciation of the skill and patience you need for this kind of photography...