QAC Celebrates New Gen Talent: Student Photography Contest Exhibition Opens at QAC

The Quinte Arts Council (QAC), in partnership with the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board,
is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Student Photography Contest — a vibrant and
inspiring showcase of the people, places, and natural beauty that define the Bay of Quinte
region.

Open to students aged 7 to 18, the contest invited young photographers to share what makes
the region special through their eyes. Submissions ranged from vivid downtown scenes and
quiet lakeside sunsets to motion photography and colourful spring blooms. Entries were
accepted in four age categories: 7–9, 10–12, 13–15, and 16–18.
Winners have been awarded exciting prizes, including a brand new digital camera, cash
awards, and the opportunity to have their work featured in a month-long exhibition at the QAC
Cultural Hub throughout August 2025. The exhibition highlights the remarkable creativity and
skill of youth from across the region.

“We were blown away by the talent and passion these students brought to their photography,”
says Janet Jarrell, Executive Director of the Quinte Arts Council. “This exhibition is a celebration
of young artists and a testament to the beauty and diversity of our community. We invite
everyone to come and see the Bay of Quinte through their eyes.”
The public is warmly invited to visit the exhibition at the QAC Cultural Hub (36 Bridge St. E,
Belleville) during regular gallery hours this August. Come celebrate the vision and creativity of
our region’s next generation of artists.

The winners are…
Ages 7-9
Jase R. – 3rd Place
Killian K. – 2nd Place
Steven M. – 1st Place
Ages 10-12
Xaiver S. – 3rd Place
Anna J. – 2nd Place
Sophia K. – 1st Place
Ages 13-15
Abigail S. – 3rd Place
Amy V.S. – 2nd Place
Cabot D. – 1st Place
Ages 16-18
Addison J. – 3rd Place
Hannah H. – 2nd Place
Addison G. – 1st Place

Gavin Rodger – QAC’s Good Stuff Award
Vihanga W. – Best in Show