Fall photography contest in Hot Springs

Each year as fall approaches, photographers try to capture nature’s fiery foliage at its colorful peak. The City of Hot Springs will receive photo entries from city residents until Thursday, December 1 for a fall photo contest, sponsored by the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee and Lauray’s The Diamond Center.

The contest is limited to city residents only, one entry per person, and must depict seasonal fall color from one or more of the city’s trees. One color 8” x 10” print and an accompanying electronic version of the same photo must be submitted. The photo must be taken by the contestant, and the tree(s) must be within city limits. The contestant must also provide the location or street name where photo was taken. Digital pictures should be taken at the camera’s highest setting.

Lauray’s is offering a Pandora bracelet as the prize for best photo. Judging will be done by members of the Urban Forestry Advisory Committee.

Entry forms are available from the Public Works Engineering Department at 111 Opera Street, or on the city’s home page at www.cityhs.net. Completed entry forms and color prints may be brought to the Public Works Engineering Department. Electronic photos may be sent to tphillips@cityhs.net. Submitted photos may be used for promotional purposes by the city. For more information, contact Terri Phillips, 321-6778.