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Ledgendary snapper Archer backs Express photo competition
26 July 2010
Ray Archer back Express Motocross Photography
Competition
Express Insurance and world renowned photographer Ray Archer have
teamed up to launch a new online competition in search of the best
UK motocross photography.
The first prize on offer is £250 worth of KTM Gear and an
exclusive one-to-one photography lesson with Archer. The runner-up
will receive a Flip HD Video Camera and a pair of tickets to a
round of their choice at the 2011 Maxxis Motocross championships.
Third prize is a pair of tickets to a round of their choice at the
2011 championship.
Following a public online vote for the top-rated images, all
five finalists will also receive a signed copy of Ray Archer's book
and be invited to attend a day with Express Insurance at the
Dirtbike show (Stoneleigh Park, 4-7th November) where they will
meet the judges before the winner is announced.
The theme of 'Motocross' encompasses every element of the sport,
photography submitted could include a picture of a static bike, a
shot of a professional rider in action or even a creative photo of
a pair of gloves!
Budding photographers should log onto Facebook and become a fan
of Express Insurance UK at www.facebook.com/ExpressInsuranceUK
before uploading their photographs to the fan page. The closing
date for entries into the competition is Sunday 10th October
2010.
At the highest level, the best motocross riders compete in front
of thousands for the top titles, but the off-road sport is far more
accessible than most people realise and there are plenty of
opportunities for new and seasoned photographers to get involved in
the sport.
Archer is an award-winning photographer and a veteran of the
World Motocross Championships, he has been working for racing
teams, manufacturers and media for more than 30 years, travelling
the world to work at international Motocross and Supercross
events.
Ray Archer said: "The 'accessibility' of motocross is one of the
sport's major advantages, and one why I chose to start
photographing it more than twenty years ago. It is demanding and
gruelling sport but there are so many aspects to it, I see new
image opportunities every time I go to the race track to work.
"In no other form of motor sport can the public get so close to
the action, riders are literally jumping five, ten and fifteen
meters high and almost within touching distance of race fans!"
Express Insurance is proud to be the official insurance partner
to the Maxxis ACU British Motocross Championship. Widely considered
to be the premiere UK Motocross Championship, the title is
contested over eight rounds the length and breadth of the UK
bringing fans all the action and excitement that only motocross can
deliver.
The next round takes place on 25th July at Foxhill, Swindon
followed by another three events at Farleigh Castle (15th August),
Silverstone (29th August) and Hawkstone Park (3rd October)
Tony Way, Managing Director of Express Insurance said: "Express
Insurance is heavily involved in Bikesport and especially proud of
its involvement with grass roots racing. We're really excited about
working with Ray on this competition to bring more attention to
motocross.
"Ray Archer is one of the best motocross photographers in the
world and we're confident that with his help we're going to uncover
some of the best hidden photography talent in the UK and give more
people the opportunity to experience the excitement of the
sport."
As a leading intermediary, Express Insurance can offer
competitive on-the-road insurance and tailor-made policies to meet
clients every need and have secured rates to cater for those that
have points on their license. Their offering of van, car and
motorcycle insurance, is made especially attractive to off-road
fans with Fire & Theft cover available for off road
machines.
For full terms and conditions and to enter the competition visit
www.facebook.com/ExpressInsuranceUK
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