Create Great Cities photo essay competition
Join the 'Create Great Cities' Photo Essay Competition! Shortlisted photo essays will be exhibited at the Bonifacio Global City High Street, Taguig from 24-26 February. The grand prize will be a trip for two to London courtesy of Etihad Airways.

The Competition

In celebration of the Great British Festival, the British Council and British Embassy are inviting amateur and professional photographers to take part in ‘Create Great Cities Photo Essay Competition’ (the “Competition”). 

Shortlisted photo essays will be exhibited at Bonifacio Global City High Street, Taguig from 24-26 February. The grand prize will be a trip for two to London courtesy of Etihad Airways.

Photo essays are a series of photos that tell a story.

It is one of the British Council’s goals to contribute to more liveable and inclusive cities in the Philippines. One way is by using art and creativity as means of engagement and inspiration for urban dwellers. Liveable cities possess – among others - a vibrant street life, green spaces, an efficient transportation system, healthy inhabitants, an inclusive economy, and safe, accessible public spaces.

Territory and eligibility

Create Great Cities Photo Essay Competition is open to Filipino citizens of legal age.

Only one entry per person is allowed. No participant may win more than one prize. Entry to the Competition is free of charge.

Competition dates

Deadline for submission is 16 February 2017. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 17 February 2017. The final judging and announcement of winners will be held at the Great British Festival on 25 February, Saturday. 

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