Welcome to Tahoe Quarterly’s 2019 Best of Tahoe Photo Contest. This year’s contest runs from February 20 through March 8. The same rules as last year apply (click here to see last year’s winners), but for those who are new to the contest or need a refresher, the guidelines and categories are listed below. Note that submitted photos will not be used for any purposes outside of the contest. Good luck, and happy shooting.

GUIDELINES

• Submissions must be sent to sylas@tahoequarterly.com and received by the end of the day on Friday, March 8.
• Shooters may enter one photo per category (please only enter your own photography).
• Photos must be high resolution and taken in the Lake Tahoe region.
• Submissions must include your full name and the category you’re entering within the email.
• Winning entries, which will be announced on Friday, March 15, will appear in Tahoe Quarterly’s Best of Tahoe magazine. Winners will also receive a $50 gift certificate toward Homewood Mountain Resort or West Shore Cafe.  
• A panel of TQ editors, photographers and designers will determine who wins and will take into account how many likes and shares each photo receives.

CATEGORIES

Snow: It’s been a big winter in Tahoe. Show us your best photo showcasing the region’s deep snowpack.

Landscape: Let’s see your best scenic shot from the beautiful Lake Tahoe region.

Black & White: Submit your best black & white photo of life at Tahoe.

Pets: We love furry, four-legged friends, and we want to see them enjoying life in this corner of the Sierra.

Sports: Show off your best action shot showcasing a sport in the Tahoe region.

Wildlife: A fan favorite, we want to see your best shot of a wild critter captured on camera.

Kids: Everyone knows that Tahoe is a paradise for kids. Show us your best shot of a little one enjoying life at the lake.