People’s Choice Photo Contest Deadline

Submission deadline for the 18th Annual People’s Choice Photo Contest is May 30, 2026, all entries have to be submitted through the website. 

Artist must deliver their printed photography to the Turner Center by June 5, 2026. 

As part of the national America250 observance, this year’s contest encourages participants to reflect on 250 years of the American story by showcasing the people, places, traditions, and moments that define Valdosta, Lowndes County. From everyday life to historic landmarks, photographers are asked to interpret what “home” and “America” mean through their own unique lens. 

After submitting through the website by May 30, 2026, artists must deliver their printed photography to the Turner Center by the delivery date: June 5, 2026. The Turner Center reserves the right to disqualify an entry for any violation of the contest rules or explicit subject matter. All contest decisions are final. Click here for more information: 18th Annual People’s Choice Photo Contest.