Lights, Camera, WordPress: Unleash Your Creativity at the WordPress Photo Festival!

Photographers, enthusiasts, and dreamers – the moment has arrived. The WordPress Photo Festival, a grand celebration of visual storytelling, beckons you to share your unique perspective with the world. Hosted with zeal by the WordPress Community of Kerala, this festival isn’t just an event; it’s a movement celebrating the power of open-source photography.

What is the WordPress Photo Festival?

This festival is a unique event that brings together photographers from all corners of the globe. Organized by the WordPress communities of Trivandrum, Kochi, Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Palakkad, it aims to enrich the WordPress Photo Directory, a treasure trove of open-source images. Imagine a platform where each photo you take contributes to a global tapestry of images, each telling a story, each capturing a moment. That’s the essence of the WordPress Photo Directory – an open-source repository that flourishes with contributions from around the globe. Now boasting over 13,000 photos from more than 1,500 contributors, this directory is a testament to the collective power of creativity. And you, with your unique vision, are invited to be part of this ever-growing narrative. 

Why Your Contribution Matters
Each photo you submit is more than just an image; it’s a piece of a larger puzzle. By participating in the WordPress Photo Festival, you’re not just capturing moments; you’re sharing them with the world. Your photographs, under Creative Commons licenses, become resources for creators everywhere, fueling innovation and inspiration across the digital landscape. This festival is your chance to leave a mark, to contribute to a project that transcends boundaries and unites creators in a shared mission.

How to Participate:

  1. Register for a WordPress.org Account: If you don’t already have one, sign up at WordPress.org.
  2. Get Your Free Ticket: Secure your participation in the festival by getting a free ticket. This is your pass to a global stage.
  3. Submit Your Photos: From February 3rd to February 9th, 2024, take your best shots and submit them to the WordPress Photo Directory. Remember to use the hashtag #WPKeralaPhotos with your submissions.

Embrace the Challenge, Reap the Rewards 

As you embark on this photographic journey, the festival promises not just recognition but also rewards. With prizes for the best submissions and the most prolific contributors, your passion for photography could be rewarded in more ways than one.The best five photo submissions will each win $100, and another $100 will go to each of the three participants who submit the most photos. With renowned WordPress Photo Directory moderators and contributors as judges, this is your chance to have your work recognized by the best in the field.

But beyond the prizes, the real reward lies in the knowledge that your work contributes to a global gallery, accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Join the Global Community 

The WordPress Photo Festival is more than just a local event; it’s a global gathering of Photography enthusiast all over the world – it’s a celebration of the art of photography and the spirit of open-source sharing. It’s a platform for you to express yourself, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to a project that makes a difference. Grab your camera, capture the beauty around you, and be part of this incredible journey!

Join us from February 3rd to February 10th, 2024, and let’s make the WordPress Photo Festival a resounding success!