Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West is renowned for its beauty and diverse attractions, and visitors constantly delight in photographing the historic buildings, manicured gardens, wildlife, wine range and spectacular scenery.
Vergelegen fans now have the opportunity to not only showcase their photographs to a wider audience, but also the chance to win great prizes.
Entries for the annual Essence of Vergelegen photographic contest, in association with Orms Direct, now in its third edition, may be submitted from 1 December 2024 to end-February 2025. Submissions must be photographed within this three-month period. The contest is open to both amateur and professional photographers.
Prizes include photographic equipment sponsored by Orms Direct, plus Vergelegen restaurant vouchers, wine, and experiences. Finalists and winners will be announced during March 2025.
There are three entry classes:
- Camera class (taken on any camera, with or without lenses);
- Smartphone class (taken on a cellphone or mobile device); and
- Junior class (16 years and under, image taken on any device).
There will be one overall prize-winner, plus a runner-up in each class. In addition, a ‘People’s Choice’ award will be made according to guests’ votes at the function for finalists.
- Each entry must relate to Vergelegen, and be taken at the estate.
- The image must be submitted with a caption that explains the motivation for choosing the subject. The judges will consider both the image and caption.
- Two photographs are allowed per person. All entrants must confirm that the images are their own work.
- Entries are free.
- High resolution images will be required if chosen for the print exhibition.
The winners, and owners of the top 10 images, must undertake to have their photographs displayed at the estate and used on social media, in print communications and Vergelegen digital channels. The image owner will always be credited. Any further use, which is considered commercial, will be agreed in writing with the photographer.
To enter the contest, click here.
