The Blackwater Ridge Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its annual Photography Contest, inviting photographers of all experience levels to showcase their creativity and unique perspective through images that celebrate the people, places and experiences of the Allegheny Highlands. The submission period for the 2026 contest opened May 18, 2026.
This year’s exhibition theme, “Highlands Unfiltered: Coming Home,” encourages photographers to move beyond scenic landscapes and capture the emotion, identity and connection that make the region feel like home.
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