You might remember our posts about the musical offerings from the National Museum Cardiff, with our preview of the the shows, and a subsequent call for museums to become more creative and inclusive in the face of budget cuts. The reason for the musical theme at the museum is the ongoing Chalkie Davies photography exhibition. Chalkie Davies: The NME Years, present until the 6th September, showcases some of the best work of the Welsh-born photographer’s time with the iconic magazine, with many of the most influential acts from the late seventies featuring. Elvis Costello, Debbie Harry and Paul McCartney, The Clash, The Ramones, The Rolling Stones… name a major act and chances are Chalkie photographed them.
To celebrate the exhibition and music photography in general, the museum have organised a competition where wannabe Chalkie’s can submit their music-related shots. There are two categories: 1) shots of live music and, 2) portraits inspired by Chalkie’s work. To enter, just post up to three images on Twitter or Tumblr using the hashtag #mychalkieimage. Chalkie will judge the entries along with some curators, and the winners will receive:
1st place: Signed Chalkie print, and swag bag
2nd place: 12 month subscription to the NME (subject to change, ha!)
3rd place: £25 SeeTickets Voucher
Runner up prizes: 5 contestants will receive a Chalkie swag bag
Be sure to follow the correct museum Twitter and Tumblr accounts so they can contact you should you win. The closing date for entries is 21 August 2015. All further details (including Ts&Cs) can be found on the Museum Wales website. UK residents only I’m afraid.
All Photos © Chalkie Davies