Professional photographers and celebrities supporting the charity will select the winning entries. Not only will the winners be picked by some of the most influential people in the photographic industry, but will also get the chance for their work to be published in the 2006 Barnardo's official calendar to be launched in October. Entries will be judged from three age categories: 10-15 year olds, 16-25 year olds and 25+.

Anyone can enter young or old, amateurs or professionals. Entries should be received by 2nd May 2005 to Barnardo's Photographic Competition, 3rd Floor Howarine House, 5-6 Empire Way, Wembley, Middlesex, HA9 0XA. All proceeds from the sale of the Calendars will go towards helping the thousands of underprivileged children and their families in the UK.

COMPETITION RULES

• All images must be natural and NOT digitally enhanced
• Images to be accompanied with 50 words describing the thoughts behind the photo.
• All entries to be received by Barnardo's office by 2nd May 2005
• Judge's decision is final

· For more information about Barnardo's visit www.barnardos.org.uk

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