Sheldon Museum of Art announces PhotoFest photo scavenger hunt
Released on 01/08/2009, at 2:00 AM
Office of University Communications
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, through Feb. 28, 2009
WHERE: Sheldon Museum of Art, 12th and R Streets
In conjunction with Lincoln PhotoFest, Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has organized a Photo Scavenger Hunt Feb. 6 to 28, to encourage museum visitors to become involved with photography.
Anyone may enter as an individual or member of a team. Deadline for entry is Feb. 1.
Lincoln PhotoFest is a citywide celebration of photography. During February, Sheldon and more than a dozen other galleries across the city will feature photographic exhibitions. Sheldon will also present a photography symposium Feb. 7.
The Lincoln PhotoFest Scavenger Hunt is not a typical scavenger hunt -- no running around, searching high and low for that missing clue or that last item. All that is required is a bit of creativity and a camera.
Whether young or old, a point-and-shoot enthusiast or a professional, this scavenger hunt offers photographers a chance to show off their work and to win cash prizes in two categories. Those participating also will be entered in a drawing to win a personal shooting session with Joel Sartore or Michael Forsberg, two of Nebraska's best professionals.
The Lincoln PhotoFest Scavenger Hunt kicks off from 5-7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Sheldon where participants, who have previously entered, will receive clues and instructions. Entrants will have until Feb. 20 to create and submit their images to the judges. A photo shoot-off and final reception will be held for participants Feb. 28 at the museum.
For details and entry forms, visit www.sheldon.unl.edu and click on Lincoln PhotoFest. Individuals or teams may register in person at the Sheldon Museum of Art, 12th and R streets, or by downloading the entry form from the Web site and registering by mail. For more information, call Monica Babcock at (402) 472-2461.
Sheldon Museum of Art, located at 12th and R streets on the UNL City Campus, is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For information or to arrange a tour, call (402) 472-2461.