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It’s time to get snappy for #SnapCoast 2017

GET set for a big dose of snappiness on Wednesday, November 22 when the biggest visual celebration of our city, #SnapCoast, returns for its fourth year.

The Entrance expertly shot by in_little_stitches from Instagram.
The Entrance expertly shot by in_little_stitches from Instagram.

GET set for a big dose of snappiness on Wednesday, November 22 when the biggest visual celebration of our region, #SnapCoast, returns for its fourth year.

Across 24 hours Coasties and our team of journalists and photographers will set out to capture the heart and soul of wonderful home.

This year we are also suggesting people capture the themes of “memory lane”, “local characters” and “my family, my home”.

More than 5,000 photos were shared across the Central Coast during last year’s #SnapCoast campaign.

#snapcoast shot of Tuggerah Lakes Jetty by Instagram user preciousmomentsbychristine.
#snapcoast shot of Tuggerah Lakes Jetty by Instagram user preciousmomentsbychristine.

All you have to do is snap, hashtag and share. Take a picture that embodies where you live. Hashtag it #SnapCoast, then post it to Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.

Renowned landscape photographer Jenn Cooper has some rolled-gold tips to capture sensational snaps.

“Make sure you get to the spot half an hour before sunrise or sunset to get set up and watch the different lights change,” the Canon Collective ambassador said.

“Look for a shot that has something interesting in the foreground. This brings a sense of perspective to the shot. Reflections are great to bring interest into the shot.”

#snapcoast shot of Norah Head lighthouse by night thanks to Pia Kuhn.
#snapcoast shot of Norah Head lighthouse by night thanks to Pia Kuhn.

Ms Cooper said to think about storytelling when taking a photo — and consider markets for new faces and different cultures.

Nostalgia and shining a light on local characters will be a feature of #SnapCoast to get your community talking. And don’t be shy! Feel free to share a family selfie, your pets, and anything that makes your suburb unique.

#snapcoast shot of Avoca Beach by davegoslingphotos from Instagram.
#snapcoast shot of Avoca Beach by davegoslingphotos from Instagram.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED:

Instagram: Post your picture using the hashtag #SnapCoast and tag us @SnapCoast, so we can find and repost your pictures on the day.

Facebook: Post a picture with the hashtag #SnapCoast and tag us @SnapCoast, so we can find your picture (you will need to ensure you have your profile public, so we can see the images).

Twitter: Tweet your picture with #SnapCoast and mention @SnapCoast.

Email: Not on social media? Not a problem. You can email your pictures taken on Wednesday, November 22 for consideration to snapsydney@news.com.au

More information: For full terms and conditions for #SnapSydney 2017 visit snapsydney.com.au

Thank you to our national partners Canon Australia and Harvey Norman Photo Centre.

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