The My Waterfront Photo Exhibit launches with Artist Preview Gala September 30, 2011

See Toronto’s Waterfront through the eyes of a photographer at the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit on display in Queen’s Quay Terminal (207 Queens Quay West) from October 1-10. The exhibit showcases images from the 50 winning finalists of the My Waterfront Photo Contest and launches on Friday, September 30 from 6-8pm with an Artist Preview Gala in Queen’s Quay Terminal to honour the finalists. The first 250 people to RSVP for the Gala online at www.waterfrontbia.com will receive complimentary wine tasting tickets from featured wineries.

Until September 1, amateur photographers are asked to submit their original photos to the My Waterfront Photo Contest for a chance to be featured in the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit. Photos are posted online where viewers can vote on their favourite pictures. The photo with the most LIKES receives a Gift Certificate for either the Radisson Admiral Hotel or The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel. To submit a photo and for complete Contest Rules, visit www.waterfrontbia.com.

At the end of the contest period, a panel of celebrity judges will review all submissions and 50 finalists will be selected and offered an opportunity to be showcased in the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit at Queen’s Quay Terminal. Each photo will be printed to a 24x36” poster and mounted by iPrintExpress and on display at the award-winning Queen’s Quay Terminal building from October 1-10, 2011. All entries will be judged on overall impact, artistic merit and composition and technical excellence.

Experience the delicious tastes from some of Ontario's finest wineries FREE with an early response! The first 250 people to RSVP to the Artist Preview Gala will receive complimentary wine tasting tickets from featured wineries including Creekside Estate Winery, Legends Estates Winery and Muskoka Lakes Winery. Food service proudly provided by IL FORNELLO Restaurant, Watermark Irish Pub and Sobeys. Visit www.waterfrontbia.com to RSVP and then check in at the WBIA booth on arrival to receive your complimentary wine tickets and be entered to WIN a fabulous Waterfront Hotel Stay-cation!

The Artist Preview Gala is a part of Culture Days, a pan-Canadian celebration of arts and culture with 150 participating communities. Launched in September 2010, Culture Days is the largest public participation movement and annual event undertaken collectively by the entire arts and culture community in Canadian history. Culture Days invites everyone to explore, discover and participate in arts and culture in every community across the country.

Official Website: http://www.waterfrontbia.com