Upper Saddle River, NJ – National Geographic Lifestyle Media Bags has launched a safari photo contest on Pixoto.com, offering professional photographers, hobbyists and enthusiasts the opportunity to showcase their best African-themed photos. Submissions for the contest will be accepted through July 31, 2014, and winners will be announced on August 6, 2014. National Geographic bags are under license from the National Geographic Society, which are distributed by Manfrotto Distribution.
Each contest entrant is permitted to submit two to four entries The Safari Photo Contest is a fun challenge that encourages photographers to capture and share their favorite African-themed photos, such as places or things in Africa, experiences in Africa, or photos of the photographer’s own personal safari. Entries will be judged by the Pixoto community through votes that are allocated to the participants, as well as those who haven’t participated. The Judge’s Award will be selected through voting on Pixoto.com, beginning July 31, 2014 and lasting through August 6, 2014.
Winners will receive photography bags from National Geographic’s Africa Collection. National Geographic’s Africa Collection of media bags is designed to suit the urban jungle lifestyle by merging stylish, everyday personal bags with dedicated protective accommodation for media gear so that you never again need to leave anything at home.
The Judge’s award winner will receive the National Geographic Africa Medium Backpack for personal gear, DSLR, accessories, and a laptop; the second place winner will receive the National Geographic Africa Midi Satchel for DSLR with additional lenses and accessories; and the third place winner will receive the National Geographic Africa Medium Totebag for point-and-shoot cameras and accessories. Price value for prizes range from $99.99 to $179.99. Winners will also be featured on Pixoto’s blog and social media platforms, and will receive Pixoto credit for each image entered.
To enter, visit https://www.pixoto.com/
Check out National Geographic’s bag collections at http://www.geographicbags.us/.
About the National Geographic Society
Founded in 1888, the National Geographic Society is one of the world’s largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. With a mission to inspire people to care about the planet, the member-supported Society reaches more than 500 million people worldwide each month through its media platforms, products and events. National Geographic has funded more than 11,000 scientific research, conservation and exploration projects and supports an education program promoting geographic literacy. For more information, visit www.nationalgeographic.com.
About Manfrotto (Vitec Group)
Manfrotto is the world leader in the design, production and distribution of professional products for photography, video and entertainment. The company was founded in 1972 based on Lino Manfrotto’s experience, and its mission has always been to support and simplify the work of reporters, photographers and producers. The Imagine More project adds to this historical mission the idea of fuelling the enthusiasm of weekend photographers and supporting the surge of new amateurs. Part of the UK-based Vitec Group since 1989, Manfrotto has now become a worldwide presence. In its eight key markets – Italy, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, China, Japan, Hong Kong and the United States – it is represented by its own direct distribution system, Manfrotto Distribution, whereas in 80 other countries sales are handled by independent distributors. Through the Imaging Division of Vitec Group, Manfrotto Distribution owns the following leading international brands: Manfrotto, Gitzo, Lastolite and Avenger and is the U.S. distributor of Elinchrom, Gossen, National Geographic, Metz, and Rotatrim.