An independent panel of judges, led by a judging chair, will assess all entries anonymously. Judging takes place over two rounds. Images progressing to the final round will undergo an authenticity review to ensure they comply with the competition rules and ethical standards.
The panel will be looking for:
- Essence – Does the image capture the essence of grassroots Australian Football?
- Impact – Does the image have "wow" factor and create an emotional connection?
- Composition – Does the composition enhance the image and showcase the subject effectively?
- Technical – Is the image technically strong (focus, exposure, white balance, etc ?
- Creativity – Does the image present a unique perspective or creative approach?
