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Alexandria launches photo contest for 275th anniversary

By James Cullum
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Millions of photos are taken every year in Alexandria, but can yours win a contest?

In recognition of Alexandria’s 275th birthday, the city launched a photo contest earlier this month. Photogs can upload five of their best photos by the deadline of Nov. 1.

According to the city:

From July through September, capture the essence of Alexandria through your lens. We are looking for photos that align with the theme: “Connecting to our past to define a brighter future”

Selected photos will be featured on the City’s website and social media, displayed at city facilities, and will receive a gift bag filled with ALX275 goodies!  Winners will be announced at the 2024 Holiday Tree Lighting in December.

Participating photographers need to sign a photographic release statement giving the city permission to own, edit and use the photos for promotional material.

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.