SPECIAL PRINT PANEL

SPECIAL PRINT PANEL – TRIPTYCH

Note - From the 2026 AGM

The Special Print Panel Triptych COMPETITION alternates EACH YEAR between “Triptych on a Single Sheet” and “Triptych as a Panel Of Three Prints”

A print competition, the set subjects and types of triptych for the current and successive years are listed below.

Judged by class

Each Triptych will have a single title for the set of three images.

The judge will look for originality, technical SKILL, and composition. Remember that judges will be looking for a panel that represents the set subject well and may disqualify or penalise panels they feel do not do so In a good panel the composition both within each image and across the set of three is important. Pay particular attention to how the three images look together as a set – flow lines, diagonals, symmetry, or other compositional devices should be used intentional across the set

The Judge will award a Winner, a Runner Up and several Highly Commended for this competition.

TRIPTYCH ON A SINGLE SHEET

Each print is a single work comprising three distinct visual sections that share a theme, style, and story, creating a balanced visual set on one piece of paper up to a3 in size, unmounted or mounted on one 500mm by 400mm mount board.

The triptychs should be labelled on the back with the title, an arrow pointing to the top edge, and your name.

Members may submit UP TO TWO single sheet triptychs. To encourage experimentation and innovation ONLY the highest of the two scores awarded for each member will be counted in the competition.

TRIPTYCH AS A PANEL OF THREE PRINTS

A set of three related images designed to be viewed together to tell a story, share a theme, or create a balanced visual panel, printed on three separate pieces of paper up to A3 in size, Unmounted or Mounted, on three 500mm by 400mm mount boards.

Members are asked to submit ONE panel of three prints as a triptych.

Each of the three prints should be labelled on the back with the panel title, an arrow indicating the top, the image position (e.g., Left, Centre, Right or Top, Middle, Bottom etc.), and your name.

Set Subject Definitions

Season 26/27 Monochrome (Single Print Triptych)

• See the definition of Monochrome images in the General DCC Internal Competition RULES

• Subject matter is open.

Season 27/28 Architecture (Panel of Three Prints)

• Architecture photography may be documentary or more creative.

• Buildings, structures, or architectural features will be the primary subject. The image may emphasise the structure as a whole or significant architectural elements.

• Images may include modern or historic buildings, interiors, bridges, towers, monuments, industrial structures, architectural details, patterns, shapes, lines and textures.

• People may be included provided they do not become the principal subject of the photograph.

Season 28/29Abstract (Single Print Triptych)

In abstract photography line, form, colour, texture, pattern, shape, light or movement is presented in a way that moves away from a literal or recognisable representation. The image should emphasise visual qualities, ideas or emotions rather than simply documenting what the subject is.

Examples include but are not limited to:

• Shapes and forms - geometric or organic forms as the main subject.

• Patterns and repetition - architectural, natural or man-made patterns.

• Colour - colour combinations used for their visual impact rather than to describe a subject.

• Texture - close-up details where the original object may become difficult to recognise.

• Movement - intentional camera movement, zooming or other techniques creating an abstract effect.

• Reflections - distorted or fragmented reflections that create an image removed from the actual scene.

• Light and shadow - where these become the principal visual elements.

• Extreme close-ups - particularly where the subject becomes ambiguous or unrecognisable.

NOTE – Entrants must follow the:

• General DCC Internal Competition Rules including AI rules and the definition of MONOCHROME

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SPECIAL PRINT PANEL

SPECIAL PRINT PANEL – TRIPTYCH

Note - From the 2026 AGM

The Special Print Panel Triptych COMPETITION alternates EACH YEAR between “Triptych on a Single Sheet” and “Triptych as a Panel Of Three Prints”

A print competition, the set subjects and types of triptych for the current and successive years are listed below.

Judged by class

Each Triptych will have a single title for the set of three images.

The Judge will award a Winner, a Runner Up and several Highly Commended for this competition.

TRIPTYCH ON A SINGLE SHEET

Each print is a single work comprising three distinct visual sections that share a theme, style, and story, creating a balanced visual set on one piece of paper up to a3 in size, unmounted or mounted on one 500mm by 400mm mount board.

The triptychs should be labelled on the back with the title, an arrow pointing to the top edge, and your name.

Members may submit UP TO TWO single sheet triptychs. To encourage experimentation and innovation ONLY the highest of the two scores awarded for each member will be counted in the competition.

A set of three related images designed to be viewed together to tell a story, share a theme, or create a balanced visual panel, printed on three separate pieces of paper up to A3 in size, Unmounted or Mounted, on three 500mm by 400mm mount boards.

Members are asked to submit ONE panel of three prints as a triptych.

Each of the three prints should be labelled on the back with the panel title, an arrow indicating the top, the image position (e.g., Left, Centre, Right or Top, Middle, Bottom etc.), and your name.

Set Subject Definitions

Season 26/27 Monochrome (Single Print Triptych)

• See the definition of Monochrome images in the General DCC Internal Competition RULES

• Subject matter is open.

Season 27/28 Architecture (Panel of Three Prints)

• Architecture photography may be documentary or more creative.

• Buildings, structures, or architectural features will be the primary subject. The image may emphasise the structure as a whole or significant architectural elements.

• Images may include modern or historic buildings, interiors, bridges, towers, monuments, industrial structures, architectural details, patterns, shapes, lines and textures.

• People may be included provided they do not become the principal subject of the photograph.

Season 28/29Abstract (Single Print Triptych)

In abstract photography line, form, colour, texture, pattern, shape, light or movement is presented in a way that moves away from a literal or recognisable representation. The image should emphasise visual qualities, ideas or emotions rather than simply documenting what the subject is.

Examples include but are not limited to:

• Shapes and forms - geometric or organic forms as the main subject.

• Patterns and repetition - architectural, natural or man-made patterns.

• Colour - colour combinations used for their visual impact rather than to describe a subject.

• Texture - close-up details where the original object may become difficult to recognise.

• Movement - intentional camera movement, zooming or other techniques creating an abstract effect.

• Reflections - distorted or fragmented reflections that create an image removed from the actual scene.

• Light and shadow - where these become the principal visual elements.

• Extreme close-ups - particularly where the subject becomes ambiguous or unrecognisable.

NOTE – Entrants must follow the:

• General DCC Internal Competition Rules including AI rules and the definition of MONOCHROME

• Competition entry RULES

• Details of this season’s date and judges will be found on the PROGRAMME

Awards

CLUB CLASS

o Winner: TANQUERAY CUP, Plaque, and a Certificate

o Runner Up: Certificate

o Highly Commended: Certificate

ADVANCED CLASS

o Winner: BUTLER CUP, Plaque, and a Certificate

o Runner Up: Certificate

o Highly Commended: Certificate

PREMIER CLASS

o Winner: ? TROPHY, Plaque, and a Certificate

o Runner Up: Certificate

o Highly Commended: Certificate