• Only financial members are eligible to enter club competitions (with the exception of the Hunt and Shoot Competition).

• All entries and elements must be the work of the entrant and must be of photographic origin. (For example, textures and sky replacements, if used, must be the work of the entrant.)

• Post-production must be the work of the entrant.

• Generative Fill or other Artificial Intelligence processes that use content generated by software from written prompts or developed from the work of others must not be used unless specifically allowed. 

• Members should exercise judgment to ensure that images are within the bounds of good taste. For example, artistic nudity in images is acceptable but must marry all aspects of good photography including light, composition and form in a manner that neither objectifies nor sexualises the model. Genitalia must not be visible. The Committee has the right to remove images from competition where it feels an image is questionable.

• To enter graded competitions, members must first have their work assessed for place

• All General Competition Rules apply.

• You may NOT enter the same image in the DPI and Print categories of the same competition. 

• If an image has gained an Acceptance or higher award in an Aggregate Competition, you may NOT enter it into any other Aggregate Competition in any year, even if you process it differently.

• You may enter an image which has gained Non Acceptance or Out of Category in a subsequent Aggregate Competition.

• Try NOT to enter images containing subject matter which meets the definition for the Set Subject, in the Open Competition on the same night. (Not a rule, just good advice.)

• All images must have a title. (Note that MyPhotoClub has a title limit of 35 characters, allowing only letters, numbers and spaces and no special characters.)

• Two images within each monthly Aggregate competition will be awarded ‘Most Apt Title’, where the judge decides the title that most accurately, wittily or humorously reflects the subject matter of the image.

Out of Category 0 points

Non Acceptance 0 points

Acceptance 3 points

Commended 5 points

Merit 7 points

Honour 10 points

• File format: jpeg (.jpg)

• Colour space: sRGB

• Maximum file size 2 MB

• Maximum horizontal dimension: 1920 pixels

• Maximum vertical dimension: 1080 pixels

• All prints must be mounted and labelled; matboards can be sourced from Frontier Digital or other printing services.

• Maximum mount size: 16” x 20” for rectangular images or 16” x 16” for square images. 

• Prints may be any size within that mount.

• Printable labels can be generated through MyPhotoClub when you upload the DPI of your print entries. These should be printed and affixed to the reverse side of the mount or matboard, in the centre at the top. If you can’t print the label, you can use a sticky label and include title, maker, grade, competition topic and an arrow to indicate which way is up.

• A digital version of all Print entries must be uploaded to the QCG MyPhotoClub website to register your entries. File size limitations and closing dates are the same as for DPI entries.

• The Prints themselves should be lodged with the Competitions Officer or Print Coordinator by the closing date. 

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Scapes (DPI) (2026 QLD Interclub Competition definition)  

A pictorial representation of land, sea, seashore, or urban environments that captures the aesthetic appeal of these outdoor settings. It brings the viewer into the scenery and perfectly captures the setting, mood, and feeling in the location. It can focus on wide-angle shots of landforms, rivers, estuaries, seas, seashores, city

skylines, streetscapes and the like. It may also involve closer shots of features of these environments. If humans or animals are in the image, they should not be the main foci, but rather be intentionally present to give a sense of scale to the image.

You may enter a maximum of 4 print entries – 2 Set Subject and 2 Open

Animals (Print) (possible 2026 River City Print Competition definition)  

Images of living untamed or domesticated animals (including pets) in natural or other outdoor environments that may include objects made by humans. Images may feature single or multiple animals. An animal (for the purpose of this topic) is defined as a living being (except for humans) that can breathe, move, eat, reproduce and react to the world through its senses (eg sight, smell, hearing). Therefore mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, fish are all animals for the purpose of this topic. It is acceptable that evidence of a human environment the animal frequents is included, along with any supporting manmade accessories although photographs may not include people.

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Minimalism (DPI) (2026 QLD Interclub Competition definition)  

Image making that relies on simplistic compositions, heavy use of empty space and elimination of clutter. The main subject is often kept small in the frame or its presence kept to a minimum and exceptionally simple

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Nautical  (DPI) (2026 QLD Interclub Competition definition)  

Relating to ships, sailors, sailing and navigation of the sea.

You may enter a maximum of 4 print entries – up to 2 Set subject and 2 Open Mono.

Portrait/People (Print) (possible 2026 River City Print Competition definition)  

A photograph of a person or persons that may range from a head study to full body length. This section includes candid photographs and formal portraits. This may include accessories and backgrounds in character with the subject. The image may be taken in a formal studio setting or in the community at large. It may be in colour or monochrome. Must be a live human being (mannikins, statues or ornaments will not be accepted).

Open (Monochrome) (Print)

An image containing tones of only one colour. This includes black-and-white photography (shades of neutral grey ranging from black to white) as well as images toned in sepia, cyan, blue, brown etc. Partial toning or the addition of an extra colour is not allowed.

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Abstract (DPI) (suggested in 2025 member survey)

Abstract photography creates images that don't immediately represent reality, focusing instead on shapes, colors, textures, patterns, and forms to evoke feeling or intrigue, often by isolating details, playing with light and shadow, or distorting subjects so they become unrecognizable yet visually compelling.

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Street  (DPI) (suggested in 2025 member survey)

Street photography is a non-formalised genre of photography that features subjects in candid situations within public places such as streets, parks, beaches, malls, political conventions and other associated settings. Images can often be ironic or emotionally detached from subject matter, focusing instead on a particular context or detail. Framing and timing are key aspects of the craft, with the aim of creating images at a decisive or poignant moment. 

You may enter a maximum of 4 print entries – up to 2 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Long Exposure  (Print)(suggested in 2025 member survey)

Long exposure photography involves capturing a single image using a long shutter speed to sharply capture stationary elements while blurring or obscuring the moving elements.

You may enter a maximum of 3 DPI entries – EITHER 2 Set subject and 1 Open, OR 1 Set Subject and 2 Open.

Photoshoot Outings (DPI)

Images which have been taken within the designated areas of an official QCG Photoshoot Outing during the specified time span of the outing.