East Suffolk Council

East Suffolk Council’s “Through the Lens” photo competition is back, and entrants are being given more chances to win with the introduction of two new categories.  

The return of East Suffolk Through the Lens follows the success of last year's competition, which welcomed more than 230 entries. 

This year, photographers of all ages and experience are invited to submit entries for two categories, ‘People’ and ‘Place’.Under-16s will also have their own category, like previous competitions. 

High street retail vouchers will be awarded to the winner of each category. 

From the three winners, one overall winner will be selected. This photograph will grace the cover of the East Suffolk Magazine when delivered to every household in the district next spring. 

Entrants are encouraged to capture the essence of the district by photographing the people, places and communities that make East Suffolk amazing. 

Cllr Caroline Topping, Leader of East Suffolk Council, said:

“Last year's photo competition was extremely successful, proving that we have some keen photographers across the district, and I am excited to see what this year’s competition brings.  

“Our district is full of amazing people, places and communities with unique stories, all waiting to be captured through the lens. It could be an image of an inspiring person in East Suffolk, a beautiful landscape picture that reminds us just how amazing our district is, or an active and supportive community.” 

Entries should be submitted before midnight on Saturday 31 January. Previous entries will not be considered. 

Winners will be announced during the week commencing Monday 23 February, with the three winners each receiving a £100 high street voucher. The overall winner will also have their photograph featured on the cover of the East Suffolk Magazine in the spring.  

Find out more and submit an entry.