Grab your cameras! Flip through your photos! Join in the fun and win great prizes! Merriewold Morgans is having our 4th Annual photo contest celebrating the Magnificent Morgan Horse. Entry is FREE and will be judged by Internationally renowned equestrian photographer, Bob Langrish.

Prizes

1st Place prize is a collection of items: Mustang Casa Zia blanket, 100% new Zealand wool, hand-woven, and custom designed. A Mustang Mountain Rope Halter and a lead rope, which is a top seller in burgandy and tan. Also included, are 2 Kensington fold-able show totes with grooming brush and mit. ($125 value) *Colors may vary from product photos. Donated by Farm Supply in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Arroyo Grande, Santa Maria and Buellton.

2nd Place prize consists of 2 items: a KOLO, “Hudson” photo album (200 4×6 photos) in archival acid free binding and a “Noci” brag book (24 2×6 photos) in red. ($60 value) *Colors may vary from product photos. Donated by Samy’s Camera.

3rd Place prize is Photographing Horses, by Lesli Groves, hard cover edition. This book is beautifully illustrated and is an easy-to-use guide for taking better photos of your horse. ($20 value) Donated by Merriewold Morgans.

How to Enter:

Submit via email, by September 1, 2013, 1-3 of your images in the format stated below in the rules.
Submit to: (photos@merriewoldmorgans.com)

Rules:

1. Amateurs only. (‘amateur’ means you do not get paid for your work.)
2. Morgan horses only. (Horses can be at liberty or under saddle.)
3. Photography only. No “graphics”, logos or Photoshop-type entries allowed. Minor adjustments such as light/contrast, cropping, etc., is allowed using your favorite graphics/image program.
4. You may enter up to 3 images.
5. Entries must be received on or before September 1, 2013.
6. Email digital files only. No snailmail entries.
7. Entries must be .jpg and minimum 400 pixels wide and maximum 600 pixels wide at 72 dpi.
8. Your full name and photo title must be included in email. Name your file with title of your photo. I.e., attachment file: myprettymorgan.jpg

Schedule:

• April thru September 1, 2013: Entries received.
• During the month of September: Judging.
• October 2013: Winners announced in the Fall Newsletter issue. *Sign up for our Newsletter here!

Legals:

1. Subscription to our Newsletter is not required to enter.
2. Merriewold Morgans, it’s partners or sponsors are not responsible for any copyright infringement concerning the entries submitted by you and posted on the http://merriewoldmorgans.com website.
3. Email submittal of your entries warrants and guarantees that you are the original creator and owner of each entry image.
4. No monetary award will be afforded in lieu of prizes.
5. By submitting your entry, you acknowledge and give consent for the display of said images on the http://merriewoldmorgans.com website indefinitely and without monetary consideration. Consent also applies to any winning images that “may” be used in advertising campaigns; media promoting or reporting on the contest for this, or coming years.

Judge:

Bob Langrish MBE has established a firm reputation as one of the foremost International equestrian photographers in the world.

After 38 years of specialization in this field, he has built an equestrian photographic library of over 400,000 pictures covering all aspects of the horse. He has completely illustrated well over 100 books and has contributed to over 200 others.

He is most famous for his stunning pictures of horses running free especially Arabs and Andalusians. He has taken photographs at six Olympic games and travels to the United States of America at least 7 times a year and has flown 1.50 million miles in the last 14 years for calendar photography and adds 20,000 new images to his library annually.

He works for top equestrian magazines in more than 20 countries around the World. Bob Langrish MBE lives in a 17th century Cotswold tythe barn conversion. His International business is based a few miles away in a 17th century stone building – once the local courthouse – in a small village called Bisley, deep in the heart of the Cotswolds. Bob is a totally self-taught photographer and uses digital for all of his work. He uses Canon EOS 1D MK IV cameras and lenses from 15mm – 500mm. Please visit Bob Langrish, Equestrian Photographer, to view his incredible photographic images.

Sponsors:

Merriewold Morgans, 10515 La Ranchita Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 805-473-2356

Morgan Sport and Show Horses for the Competitive Owner and Rider. Breeding Stock for the Quality Morgan Breeder. Family and Pleasure Horses for the Morgan Enthusiast.

Farm Supply Company

Welcome to Farm Supply. We are a farmer-owned cooperative proudly serving the Central Coast’s farm, home and ranch needs for 60 years. Check out our department pages to learn more abut our products and services. Stop by one of our 5 locations in Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Buellton and Paso Robles to say hello. Whether you’ve got 100 rolling acres in Paso Robles or a small patio in Pismo Beach, Farm Supply has everything you need for the farmer in you!

Samy’s Camera

At Samy’s Camera, we have all your equipment needs.  Plus, we offer a wide range of photographic services for the professional and amateur alike.  From online digital prints, to wide format printing and even professional quality book binding.  If it has to do with photography, Samy’s can help.  In additoin to our finishing services, Samy’s offers several photo classes and workshops.

Merriewold Morgans	Farm Supply Company	Samy’s Camera

Congratulations to the Winners of the Merriewold Morgan 3rd annual Morgan Horse Photo Contest!

Thank you to all the talented photographers on your fabulous photos!

The competition was tough this year with over 70 entries of high quality images. We are excited that the entries came from several countries as well, including: Sweden, Belgium, Germany, Australia and Canada.

Our Judge, Professional Equestrian Photographer, Bob Langrish has made his top three selections and included some comments for the photographers.

Bob also picked 6 photos for Honorable Mention.

 2012 Morgan Horse Photo Contest Winners:

1st PLACE: “Gotcha” (Sketa not hurt) by Michele Meijer of Australia

Judge’s comments: “First is Gotcha, which came out miles ahead of every other picture. There is impact, personalities, focus and all in all a really great picture”.

Here is what Michele says about her photo: “This Morgan colt (Ariel) and Aussie shepherd (Sketa) often play chasey! My dog is my best buddy in the world and goes everywhere with me and people who go to my web site will see he features in many horse/dog play and racing photographs.”

2nd PLACE: “Kitty in the Fields” by Sophia Alvrud of Sweden

Judge’s comments: “Second is Kitty in the Fields. It is a really nice ‘arty’ picture. I personally would have taken it with the sun behind me, but it has mood and atmosphere and is lovely.” Photo is of Goldget Kitty and Sara Alvrud.

3rd PLACE: “Blending In” by Carol Dombrowsky of the USA

Judge’s comments: “My third place is Blending In. It is the type of picture I take all of the time for my calendar companies, using natural backgrounds and colours.” Photo is of RDK’s Oregon Rising Sun

Bob picked Six additional photos for Honorable Mention. They are not placed in any order.

Royal Gold Eye Candy by Sara Alvrud, Escania Morgans, Sweden	The Expressive Morgan Eye by Zoe Ovenden, Canada
1st Day of Life by Carol Dombrowsky, USA	Gracie Statue by Diane Jasica, Offborderhill Morgans, Belgium
Eating The Wreathe of Flowers from the Little Girl by Ingela Isetoft, Ice Morgans, Sweden	EMR Bonita by Valerie Radtke, EMR Morgans, USA

We can’t wait to see the extraordinary photographs that are sure to be entered next year!

*To view all the entrants for this year, CLICK HERE.

Sincerely,

Diana Wold
Merriewold Morgans

Grab your cameras! Flip through your photos! Join in the fun and win great prizes! Merriewold Morgans is having our 3rd Annual photo contest celebrating the Magnificent Morgan Horse. Entry is FREE and will be judged by Internationally renowned equestrian photographer, Bob Langrish.

• Effectiveness in conveying the beauty or unique character of the Morgan horse
• Artistic creativity (Unique vision in perspective, action or feeling in the photograph.)
• Natural theme (We are not looking for conformation shots.)

All entries will be displayed at the Merriewold Media Center Gallery. Prizes will be awarded for the top three images. *You can view all the entries in the Photo Contest Album any time during the contest.

1st Place	2nd Place	3rd Place

Prizes:

• 1st Place – A size medium, cozy hoodie in navy blue with a Morgan horse graphic and winning text. Donated by Merriewold Morgans. ($75 approx. value)
• 2nd Place – A gift basket with goodies for horse and rider including: braided halter, saddle blanket, riding gloves, lead rope and more. Donated by Farm Supply Company. ($50 approx. value)
• 3rd Place – A two-sided coffee mug. Both sides are the same and have your 3rd place win with a Morgan horse graphic.  Donated by deCastro Studios. ($25 approx. value)

How to Enter:

Submit via email by September 1, 2012, 1-3 of your images in the format stated below in the rules. Submit to:  photos@merriewoldmorgans.com

Rules:

1. Amateurs only. (‘amateur’ means you do not get paid for your work.)
2. Morgan horses only. (Horses can be at liberty or under saddle.)
3. Photography only. No “graphics”, logos or Photoshop-type entries allowed. Minor adjustments such as light/contrast, cropping, etc., is allowed using your favorite graphics/image program.
4. You may enter up to 3 images.
5. Entries must be received on or before September 1, 2012.
6. Email digital files only. No snailmail entries.
7. Entries must be .jpg and minimum 400 pixels wide and maximum 600 pixels wide at 72 dpi.
8. Your full name and photo title must be included in email. Name your file with title of your photo. I.e., attachment file: myprettymorgan.jpg

Schedule:

• April thru September 1, 2012: Entries received.
• During the month of September: Winners will be notified by email.
• October, 2012: Winners announced in the Fall Newsletter issue. *Sign up for our Newsletter here.

Legals:

1. Subscription to our Newsletter is not required to enter.
2. Merriewold Morgans, it’s partners nor sponsors are not responsible for any copyright infringement concerning the entries submitted by you and posted on the http://merriewoldmorgans.com website.
3. Email submittal of your entries warrants and guarantees that you are the original creator and owner of each entry image.
4. No monetary award will be afforded in lieu of prizes.
5. By submitting your entry, you acknowledge and give consent for the display of said images on the http://merriewoldmorgans.com website indefinitely and without monetary consideration. Consent also applies to any winning images that “may” be used in advertising campaigns; media promoting or reporting on the contest for this, or coming years.

Judge:

Bob Langrish MBE has established a firm reputation as one of the foremost International equestrian photographers in the world.

After 38 years of specialization in this field, he has built an equestrian photographic library of over 400,000 pictures covering all aspects of the horse. He has completely illustrated well over 100 books and has contributed to over 200 others.

He is most famous for his stunning pictures of horses running free especially arabs and andalucians. He has taken photographs at six Olympic games and travels to the United States of America at least 7 times a year and has flown 1.50 million miles in the last 14 years for calendar photography and adds 20,000 new images to his library annually.

He works for top equestrian magazines in more than 20 countries around the World. Bob Langrish MBE lives in a 17th century Cotswold tythe barn conversion. His International business is based a few miles away in a 17th century stone building – once the local courthouse – in a small village called Bisley, deep in the heart of the Cotswolds. Bob is a totally self-taught photographer and uses digital for all of his work. He uses Canon EOS 1D MK IV cameras and lenses from 15mm – 500mm.  Please visit Bob Langrish, Equestrian Photographer, to view his incredible photographic images.

Sponsors:

Merriewold Morgans, 10515 La Ranchita Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 805-473-2356

Morgan Sport and Show Horses for the Competitive Owner and Rider. Breeding Stock for the Quality Morgan Breeder. Family and Pleasure Horses for the Morgan Enthusiast.

Farm Supply Company

Welcome to Farm Supply. We are a farmer-owned cooperative proudly serving the Central Coast’s farm, home and ranch needs for 60 years. Check out our department pages to learn more abut our products and services. Stop by one of our locations in Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles to say hello. Whether you’ve got 100 rolling acres in Paso Robles or a small patio in Pismo Beach, Farm Supply has everything you need for the farmer in you!

deCastro Studios

The owner, Bj. deCastro, is an award-winning California fine artist and web developer. The studio does work in web design and development, promo product, marketing, advertising, photography, videography, graphic arts and commissioned fine art paintings.

Congratulations to the three winners of the 2nd Annual Merriewold Morgans Photo Contest!

Each of these three photos displayed the best qualities in our three criteria: the beauty and character of the Morgan horse; artistic style& creativity and a natural setting.

We had so many great photos that we also selected several entries for Honorable Mention. These contestants were surprised with a free organic tote bag from the owner of Merriewold Morgans, Diana Wold.

You can view the winning photos in our Finalist Album

Merriewold would like to thank our Sponsors and Judges, Entera, Samy’s Camera and Bj. deCastro – not only for the donation of prizes, but also for the time and help they provided..

Please visit their links below, when you are shopping for their products and services.

Swish- 1st Place		1st Place Prize went to Carol Dombrowsky.She won an original watercolor of her Morgan by artist, Entera. Entera http://www.entera-theartist.com
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Morgan Lunch- 2nd Place		2nd Place Prize went to Monica Cassidy. She wins a digital frame from Samy’s Camera. Samy’s Camera 614 Chapala Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-963-7269 http://www.samys.com
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Rory Hitches A Ride- 3rd Place		3rd Place Prize went to Alexis Kasch. She won a grooming tote embroidered with her winning placement from MWM owner, Diana Wold.
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Honorable Mentions:

Spencer Up, by Pat Prouty		Blitz 2011 Foal, by Amanda Krall
Kids, by Jennifer McFall		Friends, by Sylvi  Hallstrom

To view all the contest entries visit the  Contest  Photo  Album

Visit the 2011 Sponsors:

GET READY FOR THE MWM 2012 PHOTO CONTEST!!!