Photomarathon 2022

What is a Photomarathon?

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A photomarathon is a photography competition in which participants take a number of photographs, in a set period of time, that reflect key words that are given to them at the start of the competition.

What is involved?

Junior photographers will have 3 hours to take 5 images, reflecting 5 key words or phrases that they will receive at the start of the competition.

What can I win?

The winners will receive a £10 gift voucher.

Where can I go?

Anywhere in the county where the competition is being held.

What do we need to do?

You will need to register in advance. On the day, your group will be given an envelope with the words in. All groups will start and finish at the same time. Once you have received your envelope, you are free to leave and start taking your photographs, you do not have to return to the starting place. There will be winners for the best image for each word. You will be notified if you are a winner, within 1 week of the competition.

Do I need a camera?

You can use a camera or a mobile phone camera.

I don’t know a lot about photography

Where possible, we will put on a FREE family friendly, photography masterclass before the competition. The instructor will show you how to get the best images whatever device you have. All masterclasses will be optional to attend but you will have to register to have a place.

How old do you have to be to take part?

We welcome junior photographers from 8 to 16 years. There must be at least one adult, aged 18 years, who accompanies you.

How will you see our pictures?

The adult in your group will be asked to email the pictures you have taken, with your name and the name of the word / phrase. The Children's Uiversity Team will then print off the pictures as they receive them. We will also share your pictures on social media for all to see.

How do I send in my photos?

Via email to photos@glyndwr.ac.uk or via WeTransfer. Your adult will help you to do this.

Can I get a stamp code from the Children’s University?

If you are part of the North Wales Children's University pilot, you will be able to get a stamp code for taking part in the event.

How do we register

More information on the your county's competition and how to register can be found by clicking here

Wrexham Photomarathon 2024

Wrexham Library, Rhosddu Road, Wrexham, LL11 1AU - Saturday 14th October 2023 - 10am - 1pm. Register here -  

Flintshire Photomarathon 2024

Flint Library, Church Street, Flint, CH6 5AP - Saturday 21st October 2023 - 10am - 1pm.                  Register here -   

Conwy Photomarathon 2024

Colwyn Bay Library, Woodland Road West, Colwyn Bay, LL29 7DH - Saturday 14th October - 10am - 1pm. Register here -   

Denbighshire Photomarathon 2024

Rhyl Library, Church Street, Rhyl, LL18 3AA - Saturday 21st October - 10am-1pm.                             Register here -

Gwynedd (Abermaw) Photomarathon 2024

Abermaw Library, Ffordd yr Orsaf, Aberwaw, LL42 1LU - Saturday 21st October - 10am - 2pm.         Register here -

Gwynedd (Gwynedd) Photomarathon 2024

Caernarfon Library, Pavillion Hill, Caernarfon, LL55 1AS - Saturday 14th October - 10am - 2pm.         Register here -

Anglesey Photomarathon 2024

To be confirmed

**You MUST REGISTER to take part**

Families who have registered will be asked to arrive with 15 minutes to spare, in order to check in and be ready to receive their envelopes when the 3 hour competition will start.