As of 4/16, some of the trees are in full bloom (shown to the left, is the Accolade grove between Pearce Mill Rd. and the Boathouse), while many others are just ready to open. This weekend should be a great time to visit. Remember to bring your camera! (Scroll down for the photo contest details.) Note that the bare trees in the foreground are not cherries.

Theme:  “2013 North Park cherry blossoms, my best shot”

We seek photos showing the scenery in North Park that convey the beauty of the cherry trees the Pittsburgh Sakura Project has planted. Photos may also show people and pets enjoying the trees. To download this information in English and Japanese click: 2013 Pittsburgh Sakura Project Photo Contest.

Specifications regarding photos: 

• Pictures of cherry trees must have been taken in North Park this year. Photos must show characteristics of the North Park scenery in the area of Sakura Project plantings, such as the boathouse, pond or pine trees.
• One photo submission per person, please.
• The Pittsburgh Sakura Project retains the rights to all photos submitted, for example, to use for publicity on our website.

How to submit:

Attach your photo to an email as a jpeg file and send to pgh_sakuraproject@msn.com. The subject line should read “North Park Sakura Photo Contest” and your name and contact information should be clearly stated in the body of the email.

Deadline:   May 5, 2013

Prizes:  1st ~ 3rd place will receive gift certificates to Chaya Japanese Cuisine and Sakura goods.

Judging:  Pittsburgh Sakura Project board members will judge the photos anonymously at our mid-may board meeting.

Announcement of Results:  Winners will be posted on our website, www.pghsakuraproject.org, in mid-May, and notified directly by email.

Questions? Email pgh_sakuraproject@msn.com