03.06.09
Photo Contest of Sorts
Hello Everyone! It has been awhile. My reason for this post is because I came across something about a month ago that caught my attention. I saw it as a type of ad on Facebook, but it was photography related so it intrigued me. It’s a contest that gets you to think about what your dream assignment would be as a photographer or photojournalist. For a month I pondered this idea, toying with several different interests I’ve had since I took a sincere interest in photography. Then the week before the contest actually began, I decided on the one assigment that would be the most beneficial to the world, to me and most importantly, to God. Not that God needs benefits! But I want to be pleasing to Him at the same time.
My idea is to visit the country of Jordan where there is a long lost city made of stone called Petra. Every building was carved into the rose-colored limestone cliffs. It has been around since Biblical times, and used in ancient times for many different things, yet there is very little known about this place. In fact, archeologists from four countries are still unearthing the treasures that have been buried due to an earthquake, yearly floods and wind. The buildings and artifacts are in danger of deteriation again, because of weather and the added burden of tourism.
This stone city in the middle of the desert is now considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and should be documented in photographs for the world to see and appreciate for generations to come. I would be honored to be a part of that history.
In order for me to even have a change at winning this contest, I have to be in the top 20 at the end of the contest on April 3, 2009. Then the contest judges will make the decision as to which person wins. All you have to do to place your vote and help me achieve my dream, is to click on the link below, register and vote.
Thanks to all of you who have already supported me!
http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/Fotoe_op/its-not-just-a-rock/
