OFF! OSTUNI PHOTO FESTIVAL

PHOTO MARATHON — OSTUNI 24H CHALLENGE

A 24-hour photographic journey across Ostuni — from the Adriatic coastline to the white city and surrounding landscapes.
One day to see, feel, and capture the essence of a place.

DATES & TIMES

Start: June 19, 09:00 AM
Deadline for Submission: June 20, 09:00 AM
Participants have 24 hours to photograph Ostuni.

CONCEPT

Photographers are invited to explore Ostuni freely — from beaches to historic center and countryside — capturing the spirit, light, and life of the region within a continuous 24-hour period.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

Open to all photographers, amateur and professional.
Pre-registration is required.
Participation is individual.

📍 LOCATION

• Coastline (Adriatic Sea)
• Historic white city center (Ostuni)
• Surrounding countryside people & landscapes

SUBMISSION

Each participant may submit up to 3 images.
Submission deadline: June 20, 09:00 AM

Accepted formats:

• High-resolution JPEG files
• Optional printed photographs

All files must include EXIF metadata showing date and time.

EDITING RULES

Allowed:

• Exposure
• Color correction
• Contrast
• Cropping

Not allowed:

• AI-generated images or elements
• Compositing multiple images
• Adding/removing major elements
• Excessive manipulation

What you saw should be what we see.

VERIFICATION & INTEGRITY

All images must be captured within the 24-hour period.
Organizers may request:

• Original RAW files
• Additional image sequences

Any violation may result in disqualification.

AWARDS

• 3 winning photographers selected
• €500 prize each
• OFF! Official Certificate
• Public presentation during festival

Winners announced on June 20 at the evening ceremony.

JUDGING CRITERIA

• Creativity & originality
• Connection to Ostuni
• Technical execution
• Narrative & emotion
• Use of time, light & spontaneity

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

By participating, photographers accept all rules.
Selected images may be used for promotional purposes of the festival.

INFO & REGISTRATION

Website: www.ostunifotofestival.com
Email: marathon@ostunifotofestival.com