A photograph can capture a moment in a way that words simply can't. Since 1994, the New Times Media Group has invited local photographers to show us their perspective on spaces that surround them in our annual Winning Images contest. Contestants can compete in the 23rd annual contest in several categories, including People, Architecture, Land/Seascape, Animals, Flora, Travel, Open and Youth. All photographs must be taken within San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.

Prints must be between 5-by-7 and 11-by-14 and must be mounted on a thick 11-by-14 black or white board without mat. Images may be in color or black and white. No slides are allowed.

The Winning Images will be on display at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art from June 20 to 24.

Submissions are due to the New Times office, 1010 Marsh St., SLO, 93401, or Sun office 2540 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria, 93455, by 5 p.m. on May 21. The cost is $5 per photo entered, cash or check. All entry fees roll back into prizes for winners. Click here for more information and the official entry form. Δ