Unleash Your Vision: Enter the Kala Sutra Photography Contest!

This contest is open to all residents of India who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Participants must be the original photographer of the submitted work. Employees of Kala Sutra Studios, immediate family members of employees, and contest judges are not eligible to enter. Participation implies acceptance of all contest rules.

Submissions must be in high-resolution JPEG (.jpeg) format. Minimum resolution should be sufficient for potential display and printing (e.g., 3000 pixels on the longest side, though higher is encouraged). File size should not exceed 20MB. The photograph must visually align with the 'Urban Echoes' theme. Minor post-processing (color correction, cropping, dodge/burn) is allowed, but extensive digital manipulation that alters the original scene significantly may lead to disqualification. No watermarks, signatures, or borders should be visible on the submitted image.

Entries will be judged by a panel of experienced photographers and creative professionals associated with Kala Sutra Studios. Judging will be based on the following equally weighted criteria:

• **Creativity & Originality:** The uniqueness of the concept and vision presented.
• **Technical Execution:** Quality of focus, exposure, composition, and overall photographic skill.
• **Adherence to Theme ('Urban Echoes'):** How well the image captures the spirit and interpretation of the contest theme.
• **Impact & Storytelling:** The emotional resonance and narrative strength of the photograph.

All entries must be submitted through the official contest portal by **November 30, 2024 at 11:59 PM Indian Standard Time (IST)**. Late entries will not be accepted.

By entering the contest, you grant Kala Sutra Studios a limited, non-exclusive license to use your submitted photograph for promotional purposes directly related to this contest, including display on our website, social media channels, and in related press releases or marketing materials, always with appropriate photographer credit. You retain full copyright of your image.

No, participation in the Kala Sutra Photography Contest 'Urban Echoes' is absolutely free. We want to make this opportunity accessible to all photographers regardless of their background.

Yes, you are welcome to submit up to 3 photographs. However, each photograph must be submitted as a separate entry through the contest portal. Please ensure each entry adheres to the theme and rules.

Please submit your photographs in high-resolution JPEG (.jpeg) format. Ensure the file is not excessively compressed and meets the minimum resolution requirements mentioned in the Rules section for optimal judging.

Winners will be announced on **December 15, 2024**. The announcement will be made on the Kala Sutra Studios official website and across our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.). Winners will also be contacted directly via the email address provided in their entry form.

Winning photographs may be used by Kala Sutra Studios for promotional purposes specifically related to the contest, such as announcing winners, showcasing featured work, and promoting future contests. This usage will always include full credit given to the photographer. Your copyright remains yours.

'Urban Echoes' encourages capturing city life wherever you are in India, but given our location and expertise, we have a particular appreciation for images reflecting the unique energy and narrative of Mumbai. Any urban landscape within India is acceptable, as long as it fits the theme.