March 27, 2017

RMSS Photo Submissions

New for 2024!

For RMSS 2024 we will be collecting and displaying photos for viewing from RMSS attendees in lieu of the photo contests of past years.  We feel this will allow all of your photos to be equally displayed and enjoyed by the RMSS attendees.

Suggested Photo Categories:

  • Deep Sky – Astrophotography, nightscapes, etc.
  • Daytime Sky – Sunrise/Sunset, weather, etc.
  • People – People having fun at RMSS, camp life, kids, etc.
  • Natives of the Property– Bugs, reptiles, etc.

Guidelines for Photo Submissions:

  • Please limit your photos to a reasonable number in consideration of others wishing to display their photos.
  • Photos must be the original work of the photographer and taken during RMSS 2024.

Photo Submission Procedure:

  • Photos must be in .jpg format and with a reasonable file size.  Submit your photos via email to: photos2024@rmss.org.  Include in your email your name and phone number.
  • We will NOT be accepting photo submissions on thumb drives, SD cards, or other physical medium – email only please!

Questions?

See the RMSS Directors (Scott and Matt) with any questions, or feel to email us at photos2024@rmss.org.

By submitting your photos for display you grant the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society permission to use your submitted photo(s) for the purpose of promoting RMSS.  Your photos may appear on the CSASTRO or RMSS websites and/or be published in advertising materials.

2023 Winners:

  • Best Deep Sky Photo – Bill Cavnaugh
  • Best Nightscape Photo – Guy Johnson
  • Best Daytime Photo – Jill Johnson
  • Best Bug/Reptile Photo – Emmeline Huston
  • Best People Photo – Katie Parkes
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Diane Ritchie

2022 Winners:

  • Best Nighttime Photo – Tom Zepf
  • Best Daytime Photo – Vicky Kitzman
  • Best Bug/Reptile Photo – Suzie Lee
  • Best People Photo – LaDonna Reed
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Stephanie Buechler

2021 Winners:

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  • Best Nighttime Photo – Pablo Hadzeriga
  • Best Daytime Photo – Pablo Hadzeriga
  • Best Bug/Reptile Photo – June, Riya & Rideau
  • Best People Photo – June, Riya & Rideau
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Carol Shouldice

2019 Winners:

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  • Best Nighttime Photo – Matt Russell
  • Best Daytime Photo – Garrett Bird
  • Best Bug/Reptile Photo – Erick White
  • Best People Photo – Caitlin Bird
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Matt Russell

2018 Winners:

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  • Best Bug/Reptile Photo – George White
  • Best Daytime Photo – George White
  • Best Nighttime Photo – Tamera Morton
  • Best People Photo – George White
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Jill Johnson

2017 Winners:

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  • Best Bug Photo – Steve Riegel
  • Best Daytime Photo – George White
  • Best Nighttime Photo – David Shouldice
  • Best People Photo – Ken Shelby
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – Don Parkes
  • Best Overall Photo – Jason Furman

2016 Winners:

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  • Best Bug Photo – Radar Baker
  • Best Daytime Photo – Ginger Mayfield
  • Best Nighttime Photo – No Entries
  • Best People Photo – Radar Baker
  • Best Miscellaneous Photo – George White
  • Best Overall Photo – George White