Rules

Scoring criteria, submission rules, and fair-play guidelines

Original Work Only

All submitted photos must be your own original work taken during the challenge window. No stock or archive images are allowed.

Submission Limit

Each participant can submit a total of three entries—one for each shot type (A, B, C). Please tag your submissions accordingly in the caption.

Permission Required

If the car you are photographing is not yours, obtain permission from the owner before taking pictures. Respect private property at all times; do not shoot without consent.

Traffic and Safety

Do not block traffic or trespass to achieve low angles. Ensure your safety and that of others while photographing in public spaces.

Digital Zoom Restrictions

For Shot B, avoid using digital zoom. Instead, physically step back and use a longer lens or optical zoom to capture the shot.

License Plate Privacy

If the car you are photographing is not yours, make sure to blur or crop out any visible license plates before posting your images publicly.

Tasks

Goals, scored challenges, and objectives for participants to complete

The Hero.

Get your camera as close to the ground as you can, almost touching it. Use a wide lens (24 to 35mm, or your phone's main camera held low). Shoot the same corner of the car, ideally the front three quarter view. This angle exaggerates the car's mass and makes it look imposing and grounded. Watch your background so it doesn't get too busy.

The Editorial.

Stand up straight and step back, then zoom in with a longer lens (85 to 200mm, or your phone's 2x to 3x zoom, not digital crop). Shoot the exact same corner of the car as your Hero shot. This angle compresses the background and shows the car's true proportions, the way a designer intended it to be seen.

The Detail.

Pick one specific element on the same car, a headlight, a wheel spoke, or an exhaust tip. Get in close and fill the frame. Focus on texture, shape, and light rather than the whole car. This shot should feel almost abstract on its own.

Pro Tips

Strategy hints, creative approaches, and time management tips

Mastering the Low Wide Angle

Get down close to the ground to emphasize the car's profile. Use a wide lens to capture dramatic lines and exaggerate perspective. To avoid unwanted reflections and dust, use a lens cloth and consider your shooting angle to minimize glare.

Try positioning the camera at 30 degrees to the surface to reduce reflections.

Utilizing Eye Level with Telephoto

Shoot at eye level with a longer lens (50mm or more) to create compression, enhancing the car’s presence in your shot. Avoid digital zoom on your phone, as it deteriorates image quality; instead, physically move closer for the best angle.

If using a phone, try attaching a clip-on lens for better perspective.

Capturing Close-up Details

For detail shots, consider shooting in soft or side light to highlight the car's textures. Harsh sunlight can cause glares and lose details, so choose the timing wisely for the best effect.

Cloudy days can offer diffused lighting, ideal for texture detail.

Background Check

Before committing to your angle, always check for cluttered backgrounds that can distract from the subject. A clean backdrop will enhance the car's visual impact and keep the focus on it.

Scout multiple angles to find the least distracting background.

Limitations

Time limits, area boundaries, and equipment restrictions

Private Property Restrictions

Participants must not photograph vehicles on private property without obtaining permission from the property owner. Always seek consent before capturing images in such areas.

Traffic and Sidewalk Safety

When taking low-angle shots, do not block traffic, sidewalks, or parking spaces. Stay mindful of your surroundings and ensure your actions do not interfere with public safety.

Consent for Identification

If you are photographing a vehicle that does not belong to you, ensure you have the owner's consent to identify the car publicly. License plates must be blurred or cropped before submission if consent is not granted.

Vehicle Subject Responsibility

Participants are responsible for finding their own vehicles to photograph. The challenge does not guarantee access to any specific car, and it's up to the participant to secure a suitable subject.

Prizes

Top scorer prizes, category awards, and raffle giveaways

Gallery feature

Showcase your winning photograph on the VisionArise gallery page.

Prize for placement 1

Featured Photographer

Winning image showcased on VisionArise’s homepage and social media gallery.

Prize for placement 2