Attention to all photography enthusiasts and shutterbugs in the UAE: seize the opportunity to win Dh2,500 and other exciting giveaways every month!

Emirates Post officially launched the Postal Portraits Photography Competition on Saturday, inviting individuals of all nationalities aged 18 and above to participate, regardless of whether they are professional or amateur photographers. The competition, running until September 30 next year, aims to present a vibrant display of the diverse way of life that defines the cultural landscape of the Emirates.

Structured around distinct quarterly themes, participants are tasked with capturing the vibrancy of the Emirates' postal experiences through their photographic lens. The competition encourages submissions that highlight various aspects of postal activities, including buildings, stamps, mail, mailboxes, letters, packages, vans, or postcards.

Emirates Post expressed its enthusiasm for the participation of all photography enthusiasts in the UAE, emphasizing that the initiative reflects their commitment to promoting community engagement and capturing the rich cultural heritage of the UAE.                                                                   

Guidelines

To participate, adhere to the following criteria:

1. Submit high-resolution images suitable for professional use, with a minimum of 3000 pixels in either portrait or landscape layouts.

2. Ensure that all photos are in digital format, without watermarks, and avoid excessive editing.

3. Each participant is allowed to submit a maximum of 3 photos per month, in either color or black and white.

4. Share your photos on your Instagram page using the hashtag #PostalPortraits.

5. Submissions must be made by the end of each month, and the winning photo will be announced in the following month.

Rewards
Each month, the participant who submits the most outstanding photograph will receive a prize of Dh2,500 along with a variety of giveaways.

Themes:

• October–December 2023: Documenting the architecture and exteriors of Emirates Post buildings. (Please note that this excludes interior spaces.)

• January–March 2024: Narrating your personal post-related story in the UAE through visual storytelling.

• April–June 2024: Capturing moments featuring individuals around Emirates Post locations. (Please note that these individuals cannot be actual customers.)

• July–September 2024: Expressing creative concepts suitable for use on Emirates Post stamps and postcards.

Submission Process
Submissions are open from the first day to the last day of each month, with winners announced monthly on Emirates Post's social media channels.

For more details and submission guidelines, interested participants can visit the official website of the organization.