"Trees" Photography Contest by NYC4PA

• New York Center for Photographic Arts

• Deadline: April 6th, 2025

• Prize: $4,000 + Exhibition + Sales

• Theme: Trees

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

Joyce Kilmer penned those famous words in 1915, and their meaning remains just as relevant today. Trees surround us, whether in bustling cities, quiet suburban neighborhoods, or the vast countryside. They are not just part of the scenery but vital elements of the world we live in. A single tree standing alone in a desolate field can be a powerful visual, its branches stretching skyward as if in silent conversation with the heavens. In contrast, a tree in a backyard may carry the memories of generations, its limbs supporting a timeworn tire swing swaying gently in the breeze, a testament to childhood joy.

Trees serve as essential habitats for wildlife, offering sturdy branches where birds build their nests and where squirrels dart playfully from limb to limb. They provide shade on hot summer days and nourishment through their fruits, seeds, and leaves, sustaining countless creatures that depend on them for survival.

Forests and jungles create entire ecosystems, their dense canopies forming a world of their own. A single tree on a hillside casts ever-changing shadows as the sun moves across the sky. Some trees grow tall and straight, like the unwavering pine standing strong against winter’s chill, while others twist and bend with age, shaped by the wind and the passing of time. Whether admired for their intricate branches, their vibrant leaves, or their sheer presence in a vast orchard or a solitary oasis, trees offer an artistry all their own—living sculptures that enrich our world in endless ways.