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The Graaff-Reinet Heritage Society has launched a photographic competition today, 1 September, and invites all residents to take part. The theme of the competition is ‘Our Heritage’.
The competition aims to make the people of Graaff-Reinet more aware of their heritage. Graaff-Reinet, being the fourth oldest town in South Africa, has a rich history which is reflected in its monuments, culture and beautiful architecture.
These are all a valuable and important part of the town’s heritage as they remind residents of where they have come from and who they are today.
There will be cash prizes for the best photographs and 12 images will be selected to appear in their 2022 Graaff-Reinet Heritage Calendar, which will be available later this year. The competition is open to everyone, especially the younger generation. As the Heritage Society will be accepting photographs taken on cell phones, everyone can take and enter their photographs. Entries will be limited to five images per entrant.
“We encourage you to take a closer look, through the lens of your camera, at all the heritage that makes our town and its people unique and special,” says Nicola Woods, a member of the Graaff-Reinet Heritage Society.
“Graaff-Reinet is well known for its architecture. When taking photographs of our architecture, have a closer look at the details. The stonework, woodwork, brookie lase, doorways with fanlights, clock towers, chimneys, light fittings and so much more. “Don’t forget about indoors. Old fireplaces, aga ovens, light fixtures, wooden beams and ceiling moldings are also part of our heritage.
“Graaff-Reinet has more monuments than any other town in South Africa. Each monument has a story behind them. See if you can express this through how you take your photographs. Not only is our heritage reflected in buildings and monuments, but dates back as far as fossils and geology, to more recently ox-wagons, old farming equipment, war medals, old furniture, windmills and antiques,” says Nicola.
Think out of the “wakis” and take a moment to capture these gems on camera and stand a chance to win. Not only will your photograph be in the 2022 GraaffReinet Heritage Calendar, but the first prize will also be R1 000 cash, the second prize R500 cash, and third prize R250 cash.
Entries must include: your full name, age (if you are under 18 years old), your contact details and where the picture was taken. Image files must be 1MB to 3MB (72 to 300 dpi) and please keep to a maximum of five images.
Please note that the competition closes on 20 September, so don’t delay.
Send your entries to: graaffreinetheritagesociety@gmail.com.