From September 8 - October 13, the Surfrider Foundation presents the 7th annual Found Objects photo contest. Found Objects is an opportunity for people to share items that they have found [and cleaned-up!] off of their local beach or waterway. Participants are encouraged to take a photo of the objects found on the beach, arranged in a creative and artistic way AND share a story about the photograph. This story can include activities, memories or what Contestant (and their community) are doing to protect that beach.
To submit an entry, post the photo to your Instagram account, write your story, and then tag @surfrider and use the hashtag #SurfriderFound to be entered in the contest.
Surfrider will feature one entry biweekly on our social feed, and judge the best 3 for prize packs. Your entry may also be chosen to be displayed in-person at a Surfrider event in 2024!
Scroll down to check out some previous entries and get inspired!
1st Prize – $850 Value
Firewire Surfboard
2nd Prize – $400 Value
GoPro Hero 11 Black Camera
3rd prize – $200 Value
Surfrider gift package
Additional Bonus:
Your entry may also be chosen to be displayed in-person at a Surfrider event in 2024!
1st Prize – $850 Value
Firewire Surfboard
2nd Prize – $400 Value
GoPro Hero 11 Black Camera
3rd prize – $200 Value
Surfrider gift package
Additional Bonus:
Your entry may also be chosen to be displayed in-person at a Surfrider event in 2024!
Trash/Debris — Look for a variety of trash and debris: unique shapes, sizes, & colors
Composition — When composing the photo, arrange the items in a creative way and shoot the photo from above
Color Use — Look for unusual colored objects that will stand out amongst the neutral sand color
Textures — Try and find 3D objects or objects with unique textures which will stand out in the photograph
Story — Make sure to include a clever, funny, or unique story as the caption of your photo!
A Surfrider Foundation program to tackle the ocean litter issue – primarily caused by plastic pollution - through education for action, community science, and campaigns. We are all part of the solution and together we can restore our coastlines, one beach at a time.