OUR Rules

Club members in good standing can submit up to five photographs of minerals in their personal collection. The photos must be submitted in electronic format and emailed to either Brad Zylman (brad.zylman@mrm-mccann.com) or Dave Lurie (dlurie2001@comcast.net).

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Photos must be at least 1024 by 768 pixels in order to be posted for consideration. If you're looking for some quick tips on mineral photography, just click here.  Photos must be accompanied by a document (.doc) or text file (.txt) that lists what the specimen is, where it was found, and whether it was purchased or self-collected.  It can also contain any descriptive information that you wish others to know.  This document must have the following wording in it: “I give my permission to post this photo and information on the MMS website, Instagram, and on Facebook in perpetuity.”  In return, we will NOT use your name or publish personal information! 

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Deadline: Ending March 31, 2026. We will not accept photos are alterations past this date.

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Where: Photos will be posted on the MMS website (www.michmin.org), under "Field Trips and Activities" and the sub-heading "Photo Contest". It will be public, with the intention of generating interest and highlighting our club. See photos already entered at https://www.michmin.org/photo-contest.

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Why: To promote the interests of mineral collecting, geology, and to create excitement for the Michigan Mineralogical Society. We have named the contest in memory of Millie Hurt to share her passion for mineral collecting with the world. 

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The Prizes: The Top 3 photos will receive cash prizes! We hope all MMS Members will take out their Smartphones or Cameras and submit photos today!!  Good luck! 

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We hope all MMS Members take out their Smartphones or Cameras and Submit your Photos Today!!