The AgShows NSW Photography Competition provides a pathway for amateur photographers to progress from their local agricultural Show to Group Finals and ultimately the AgShows NSW State Final.

The competition is designed to celebrate the people, agriculture and unique spirit of agricultural Shows while recognising outstanding photography from across New South Wales and the ACT.

Competition Pathway

Local Show → Group Final → AgShows NSW State Final

Each participating Show selects one Champion Photo to represent their Show at the Group Final. Group winners then progress to compete for the AgShows NSW Champion Photo title at the State Final.

Regulations can be downloaded here

The AgShows NSW Photography Competition has been designed to fit seamlessly into the photography competitions already conducted by many agricultural Shows.

Shows are encouraged to include the following photography themes within their existing schedule:

• People of the Show
• Agriculture in Action
• Show Spirit

There is no requirement to create a separate photography competition. Shows may simply nominate an eligible photograph from their existing photography competition as their Champion Photo, provided it aligns with one or more of the recommended themes.

Shows wishing to adopt the suggested classes may do so and then select an overall Champion Photo from those entries. This is recommended but not mandatory.

The AgShows NSW Photography Competition is open to amateur photographers aged 18 years and over.

To be eligible:

1. The photograph must be the original work of the exhibitor.
2. The image must have been taken within the previous 12 months at the local Show.
3. Each photograph may represent only one Show at Group and State level.
4. Professional photographers are not eligible.

Entries may be submitted in Colour or Black & White.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for full eligibility requirements and conditions of entry.

Shows wishing to incorporate the AgShows NSW Photography Competition into their existing photography schedule may use the following suggested wording.

AgShows NSW Photography Competition

The following classes form part of the AgShows NSW Photography Competition pathway.

Class 1 – People of the Show
Images capturing the people, personalities and community spirit of agricultural Shows.

Class 2 – Agriculture in Action
Images showcasing agriculture, livestock, rural life, farming activities or agricultural practices.

Class 3 – Show Spirit
Images reflecting the atmosphere, excitement and traditions of agricultural Shows.

Champion Photo

An overall Champion Photo will be selected from the above classes. The Champion Photo will represent the Show at the relevant AgShows NSW Photography Group Final.