The ARQVA Museum introduces its first 'TiRa La FoTo' photography competition, engaging young people between 16 and 30 years old. Participants are encouraged to submit original photographs showcasing the museum's architecture, diverse exhibits, collections, and the broader world of underwater archaeology or maritime cultural sites. This unique contest aims to foster creative expression and an appreciation for rich historical heritage, with winning entries featured on official museum platforms.
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This is the first edition of the 'TiRa La FoTo' photography contest, organized by the ARQVA museum to engage young people aged 16-30. Participants are invited to submit original photographs focusing on the museum's architecture, exhibits, collections, or related underwater archaeology and maritime culture sites. Winners will receive museum merchandise, a diploma, and publication on the museum's platforms.
The Museo Nacional de Arqueología Subacuática ARQVA presents "TiRa La FoTo. I Concurso de fotografía", its inaugural photography competition designed to connect with and inspire young audiences. The contest aims to foster an appreciation for underwater archaeological and maritime heritage by encouraging creative expression. Participants, aged between 16 and 30 years old, are challenged to capture original photographs that highlight the museum's architecture, exhibition spaces, collections, and the broader context of underwater archaeology and maritime culture, including specific related locations like Playa de la Isla (Mazarrón) and Punta de Algas (San Pedro del Pinatar). Submissions, which must be original and sent in digital format (JPG or PNG with a minimum resolution of 1200 pixels on the longest side and a maximum of 2 MB), are to be emailed to [email protected] along with a PDF containing required data as per the contest's rules. The submission period runs from March 9 to April 5, 2026. A jury will select three winners who will be awarded a prize package including ARQVA museum merchandising, a certificate, and their photographs featured on the museum's website and social media. The jury's decision will be announced on April 30, 2026.
Participants must submit photographs according to the rules detailed in the contest's PDF. The contest is open to individuals between 16 and 30 years old. Further details on submission format and requirements are provided in the official contest bases.
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