Photographic & Film Competitions

Photographic and Film Overview

We understand that many of our members have a passion for photography and love to capture their hunting and outdoor experiences through the lens. We encourage all of our members to take this opportunity to showcase their skills and submit their best photos and films.

We have made it even easier to enter with digital photo submissions now being accepted.

Entries close 5pm Friday 27th June 2025

2025 Entry Forms

Download entry forms:

1. Photographic and Film Entry ONLINE Form 2025 (preferred)
   Please note you will need a Google Account to submit via the web form. This is a change implemented by Google, not our team. The Wilkinson Target and HUNTS Manual competitions can be entered here.
   
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2. Photographic and Film Entry Form 2025
   If you do not have a Google account, please use this form and email it, with your photos to conference@deerstalkers.org.nz

See the National Competition overview page for other categories to enter.

Bonus Competition Categories - We are on the hunt for a new Wilkinson Postal Shoot Target Image & HUNTS Manual Cover Photo

Wilkinson Target Image Sought

We're updating the Wilkinson Postal Shoot target – and for the first time, it will feature a real hind in full colour. We're calling on NZDA photographers to help make it happen. We require photo's of full body red deer hinds standing broadside, similar to the image above. Due to the special nature of this competition, this category is NOT limited to photos taken in the last 12 months. 

This is your opportunity to have your image chosen as the reference for a target used by hundreds of members in the Wilkinson Postal Shoot for years to come. It’s a rare chance to contribute to the sport of target shooting in a meaningful and lasting way.

The selected image will be chosen for its clarity, realism, and suitability for use as a shooting target.

What we’re looking for:

• A hind (female deer)

• Broadside view

• Unobstructed by vegetation or terrain

• Shot at eye-level (not from above or below)

• A high-resolution file. It must be at least 12MP and able to be printed to 1300mm high, and 1000mm wide. Scans of physical photos will not be considered.

Start searching your archives or head out with the camera — this is a legacy image we’re after.

Due to the special nature of this competition, this category is NOT limited to photos taken in the last 12 months.

HUNTS Manual Cover Image

We're on the lookout for a striking new cover photo for the NZDA HUNTS Training Manual.

We're calling on members to submit high-quality digital images that reflect what it means to be a safe and ethical hunter. The ideal image will:

• Be in portrait orientation
• Show one or more hunters in the field
• Feature blaze clothing and clear safe firearms handling
• Represent the values of responsibility, safety, and respect for the outdoors

If you’ve got a great shot that fits the bill, enter it into the Photographic Competition under the special category, and tick the box for HUNTS Cover Photo consideration.

This is your chance to help shape a resource used by new hunters across the country.

Due to the special nature of this competition, this category is NOT limited to photos taken in the last 12 months.

Digital entries are being taken via the competition link at the top of the page, however, if you prefer to enter via paper copy this can be found here:

2026 Competition Dates

Entries will be open in May 2026 - So, dust off your cameras, get out into the wilderness, and start capturing those amazing shots to enter next year!