Armory Art Center Sets Photo Contest Exhibit

“Grassy Waters Annual Nature Photo Contest”

(PRESS RELEASE)_​Sept. 28, 2022 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – The Armory Art Center is set to open their latest exhibition, “Grassy Waters Annual Nature Photo Contest” next month. The exhibition launches on Friday, Oct. 7 and runs through Friday, Oct. 21, 2022. 

In collaboration with Grassy Waters Conservancy, the exhibit will feature images from amateur photographers, showcasing locations and wildlife at Grassy Waters Preserve in West Palm Beach. Contestants could capture images using any photographic device, including traditional cameras and smartphones.

Contest winners were identified in four categories, plus a youth category, by a panel of professional photographers and Preserve and Conservancy staff members. The contest also included a “People’s Choice” award, allowing the community to vote for their favorites online. Each $1 vote went toward the Conservancy’s mission to support, promote and protect Grassy Waters Preserve.

“Palm Beach County is home to many diverse ecosystems,” said Dr. Tom Pearson, Armory Art Center CEO. “For years, the iconic Preserve has inspired many people, including artists. We hope this exhibition will inspire guests to take action and help protect Florida’s precious wild places.”

The Armory will host a reception on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 (5 to 7 p.m.) to celebrate the exhibition’s opening. The reception is open to the public.

Calendar Item:
What: “Grassy Waters Annual Nature Photo Contest”
When: Oct. 7 – Oct. 21, 2022 
Where: Greenfield Gallery at Armory Art Center (811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401)
Hours: Monday-Friday (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. – noon). Closed Sundays. 
Cost: Galleries are free & open to the public. For more information, please visit www.armoryart.org.

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