Welcome to the 2026 Kidz N Cameras Annual Youth Photography Contest
This year's theme, My Community, invites young photographers from Northwest Arkansas to capture the people, places, traditions, events, and everyday moments that make their community meaningful while expressing the emotions and stories behind their images. At Kidz N Cameras, we believe photography is more than taking pictures—it's a powerful way to express emotions, tell stories, and share your unique perspective. Participation is free, and each participant may submit one original photograph. The contest is open to students in 3rd–6th, 7th–9th, and 10th–12th grades who live in or attend school in Northwest Arkansas (Benton, Washington, Madison, or Carroll Counties). The submission period is July 1, 2026, through October 25, 2026, and the Awards Ceremony will be held on November 13, 2026, at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, where every submitted photograph will be displayed during the event. Please read the Official Contest Rules, Terms & Conditions, Code of Conduct, Photography License Agreement, and all submission requirements before completing your entry. We can't wait to see your community through your eyes—tell your story, express your emotions, and share your community. 📸✨
Participant Information
Particpant Information
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First Name
Last Name
Participant Age
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Participant Email
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Select grade level
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Please Select
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Participants must reside in Northwest Arkansas. Please provide city, state, and ZIP code.
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
School Information
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School Name
City
State / Province
Demographic Information (Optional)
This information is optional and will only be used in aggregate for grant reporting and to help Kidz N Cameras better serve our community. It will not impact judging or contest eligibility.
Race/Ethnicity (Check all that apply)
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Middle Eastern or North African (MENA)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
White
Prefer not to answer
Other
Gender
Female
Male
Non-binary
Prefer not to answer
Other
Pronouns
She/Her
He/Him
They/Them
Use my name only
Prefer not to answer
Other
Parent / Guardian Information
Parent / Guardian Information
First Name
Last Name
Parent / Guardian Email
Parent / Guardian Phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
Contest Eligibilty
Photography Experience
Please Select
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Equipment Used
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Smartphone
Point-and-Shoot Camera
DSLR Camera
Mirrorless Camera
Other
Equipment Model Type (Example: iPhone 14, Nikon D3700, Cannon Power Shot, I pad 15)
Has the participant earned money providing photography services within the past 12 months?
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No
Yes
If Yes: Approximately how much income was earned through photography?
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Less than $500
$500-$1000
More than $1000
I Certify that the participant:
Is an amateur photographer
Does not operate a photography business
Has not earned more than $500 from photography services during the previous 12 months
To receive the awards you must be in attendance for the award ceremony. The award ceremony will November 13, 2026 at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Time TBA (But will be around 6 or 7pm)
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Photo Submission
Photo Title
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How does this photo represent your community, and what emotion or feeling does it capture for you? Please describe the story behind your image and why you chose to photograph this person, place, moment, or experience. Minimum: 25 words Maximum: 150 words
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When Was This Photo Taken?
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Day
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Month
Year
Date
Where in Arkansas was this photo taken? Please include the city, town, neighborhood, school, park, landmark, business, church, event, or other location shown in your photograph.
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Upload submission Image (Accepted File Types JPG and JPEG)
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Confirmation of Rules Compliance: Please confirm that your entry meets the contest guidelines:
The photograph was taken by the participant.
The photograph reflects the theme "My Community."
The photograph was taken in Northwest Arkansas.
I have permission to photograph any recognizable person shown in the image.
I certify that my photograph has not been altered beyond the permitted basic edits, which include cropping, exposure adjustments, color correction, white balance adjustments, contrast adjustments, highlights and shadow adjustments, black-and-white conversion, noise reduction, lens correction, straightening (horizon correction), and minor sharpening.
AI-generated images are not permitted.
I understand that failure to follow contest rules may result in disqualification.
Demographic Information (Optional)This information is optional and will only be used in aggregate for grant reporting and to help Kidz N Cameras better serve our community. It will not impact judging or contest eligibility.
Contest Rules (Submission Requirements)
Submission Rules
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Parent / Guardian Electronic Signature
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Participant Electornic Signature
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