| Copyright | You authorize this submission of Work to be reproduced, displayed and/or distributed by INFOCUS in whatever form it chooses, whether as a physical exhibition, digital catalog, website, printed material, for promotional or other purposes. |
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| Eligibility | open to photographers who are residents of the United States |
| Finish | 15 March 2015 |
| Entry fee | $25 for up to 5 images |
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INFOCUS, the photography support organization of Phoenix Art Museum, is calling for entries for the first INFOCUS Sidney Zuber Photography Award. The award will be granted biennially to an emerging or early career photographer who demonstrates artistic promise.
Awards:
- The artist selected for the INFOCUS Sidney Zuber Photography Award will receive an unrestricted cash award of $5,000.
- Artworks by the winning photographer as well as those by artists receiving Honorable Mention will be displayed for up to two months at Phoenix Art Museum between May 20, 2015 and January 15, 2016
- The award winner will also be honored at a reception at the Museum on May 20, 2015, and will be reimbursed up to $1500 for travel expenses to attend.
Applicants are required to submit a brief artist’s statement and a URL for the applicant’s website, or another source where work can be viewed online, such as a social media page. Artists may submit up to five digital images online via the website.
Image requirements: JPEG format only; No smaller than 1920 pixels on the longest side; 72 ppi/dpi (standard web resolution); 5 MB maximum in file size.
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Who can enter photography exhibition contests?
Most exhibition contests welcome photographers with cohesive bodies of work—emerging to mid-career artists. Some prioritize thematic series or conceptual depth; review curatorial guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the venue's vision.
Are exhibition contests free to enter?
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What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
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Who can enter art photography contests?
Most art photography contests welcome emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. Some prioritize conceptual or fine art practices—review eligibility to confirm if your work aligns with the contest's curatorial focus.
Are art photography contests free to enter?
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