The 2021 Take Your Best Shot photo contest is back. Tehachapi Valley Arts Association is challenging amateur photographers of all ages to submit their favorite photos from July 24-Aug. 2 at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts for a chance to win the $100 Best of Show prize, or one of six $25 first place prizes in the following categories: Landscape & Nature, Travel & Architecture, Animals, Black & White/Sepia, People/Portrait and Youth Photography. Each category will also have ribbons for second, third and honorable mention placings.

For rules and information you can stop by Gallery ‘N’ Gifts on 100 W Tehachapi Blvd. They are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or visit them online at http://www.galleryngifts.com/upcoming-events. The public is invited to attend the awards reception and viewing party which will be held on First Friday, Aug. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Gallery ‘N’ Gifts. The photos will remain on display through Aug. 31.