We're continuing our Great State journey! Next stop, California! 

From the hilly streets of San Francisco to the gorgeous Yosemite National Park—there are tons of marvelous sites that make California golden. 

Join our Great State challenge and show off what makes California a great place to live and visit!

Great State: California Challenge

This is a photo and video challenge where you have the chance to showcase all of the unique (and sometimes quirky) things you love about California. Whether you’ve lived here your entire life or have only visited once, you can submit photos and videos for a chance to win prizes.

Share anything from the epic Malibu sunsets to the stunning Redwood Forests, the stunning and diverse landscapes to the bustling city streets! Take us on a journey through California.

*This challenge is only open to members that currently live in the United States*

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Submit your photos and videos in the following four categories:

🌉 Local Flavor (fashion, regional dishes, iconic landmarks, music festivals, and gatherings)

🌃 City (architecture and street photography)

🏔 Wild (animals, mountains, deserts, beaches, forests)

📹 Video (any kind)

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Over $1500 in Prizes

Grand Prize:
$150 + Aftershoot Culling + Editing 1 Year Subscription (valued at $360)

Category Winners (8 winners)
1st Place: $75 + Aftershoot Culling 1 Year Subscription (valued at $120)
2nd Place: $50

There is no limit to the number of submissions you can upload—the more you share, the better your chances of winning! Your photos & videos will automatically be categorized and placed into all of the relevant categories by our curation team.

*This challenge is only open to members that currently live in the United States*

Meetups + Events:

Oct 16 in the Bay Area

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1. Submissions will be accepted until 01 Nov 03:59.
2. Upload as many relevant photos and videos as you want to increase your chances of winning.
3. All photos and videos get published under the Pexels License and can be used for free.
4. Only upload your own photos and videos.
5. Only photos and videos uploaded for the first time to Pexels will be accepted.

Grand Prize:
$175 + Aftershoot Culling + Editing 1 Year Subscription (valued at $360)

Category Winners (8 winners)
1st Place: $75 + Aftershoot Culling 1 Year Subscription (valued at $120)
2nd Place: $50