The Bell County 4-H Photography Contest is right around the corner so start preparations now! The Bell County entry deadline will be Friday, February 21st. Entries must be EMAILED to Sheryl.Long@ag.tamu.edu. The winner of each category in each of the age divisions in the Bell County 4-H Contest will advance to the District 8 Contest. Senior aged 4-H members that win their category in the county contest, will also advance to the State contest.
Please make sure and follow the instruction on the 2025 Texas 4-H Photography Contest Rules & Guidelines AND the District 8 Contest rules: https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/photography_state_contest_2025.pdf. Both will be posted on the Bell County 4-H website once available.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Categories will be broken down per age division as follows: (Descriptions Below)
Junior Age Division 3 Categories
Animals – Domestic/Wildlife
Plant/Landscape/Nature
People
Intermediate Age Division 6 Categories
Animals – Domestic/Wildlife
Plant/Landscape/Nature
People
Details/Macro
Elements of Design
Catch All
Senior Age Division All 18 Categories
Animals—Domestic
Animal—Wildlife
Catch All
Details & Macro
Dominant Color
Elements of Design
Enhanced
Food
Landscape & Nature (non-animal)
Leading Line
Long Exposure
Motion/Action
People
Plant/Flora
Reflections
Shadow/Silhouette
Transportation
Theme—”Patriotism”- Showcase images that reflect national patriotism. Capture symbols, ceremonies, and landscapes that embody the spirit of our country, from flag displays and national monuments to patriotic events and celebrations.

Location

1605 N Main St #102, Belton, TX 76513, USA