Photo of the Year | Capture the “Spirit of Nebraska” through your lens.

Terms & Conditions

• All submitted photos must be original work. 
• Minimal post-processing allowed (color correction, cropping, exposure). 
• No AI-generated or heavily manipulated images. 
• No deceptive alterations (e.g., adding or removing key elements). 

• Respect the rights, privacy and dignity of subjects. 
• Photos featuring identifiable people must have permission. 
• Wildlife photography must follow ethical practices (no harm, baiting or disturbance). 

• Plagiarism, copyright infringement or misrepresentation will result in disqualification. 
• Entries must align with contest themes and guidelines. 

• Images should truthfully represent their subjects. 
• Documentary/journalistic photography must not be staged or misrepresented. 

• Photographers must follow all local laws regarding photography, including permissions for locations and drone use, particularly if taken on private land. 
• Images that depict illegal activities or unethical behavior will be disqualified. 

• Participants must engage fairly. 
• Fraudulent voting or unethical behavior will lead to disqualification. 
• Judges’ and organizers’ decisions are final.