The Canon PhotoMarathon 2017 Hong Kong
Author(s): Media OutReach9th edition of Asia’s premier photography competition returns, inviting 3,000 contestants to challenge themselves and stoke their inspiration HONG KONG, CHINA, June 27, 2017: It's time for photography enthusiasts...
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Jun 27, 2017 04:30
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9th edition of Asia’s premier photography competition returns, inviting 3,000 contestants to challenge themselves and stoke their inspiration
HONG KONG, CHINA, June 27, 2017: It's time for photography enthusiasts to get their gear ready and "Shoot for Hong Kong", because the Canon PhotoMarathon (CPM) 2017 is coming back for its ninth action-packed year. A competition unlike any other, the CPM is a day-long photo competition that offers an unforgettable experience and great prizes -- plus the chance for winners to test their skills against other hotshots in 14 other countries and regions across Asia!
The CPM 2017 will kick off at Hall 1A of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) on Sunday, 8th October 2017. This year, Canon is inviting 3,000 photography enthusiasts, the event's largest number of contestants ever, to compete in "Challenge", "Open", and the new "Student" categories. In each category, contestants must take photographs based on themes announced on the day of the event, all while visiting designated checkpoint within a fixed period of time.
This year marks the debut of the Student Category, opening the competition to teenagers between the ages of 14 and 17. In this category, contestants will compete individually and in groups between schools to win attractive prizes.
KEY FEATURES
The competition last until night-time, enabling Challenge category contestants to employ scenery changes from day to night, capture the beauty of darkness, and create photos with enhanced diversity. Checkpoint challenges contestants' time management skills and provides a real "Shoot for Hong Kong" experience by letting contestants to explore the hidden gems of our community.
One of the best parts about the Canon PhotoMarathon is the exclusive souvenirs! This year's premium is a camera bag and a complimentary event T-shirt. Competition day brings more than just great photography action. Participants also get the change to enjoy special offers only available to contestants.
