| Copyright | Artists retain full copyright to the submitted images |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to all photographers from the USA |
| Finish | 27 February 2017 |
| Entry fee | $30 for up to 2 entries, $15 for each additional entry |
FinishedCategories:
- Color
- Black and White
- Multi-dimensional
Awards:
- $1500 for Best of Show
- $800 for 1st Place Color
- $800 for 1st Place Black & White
- $800 for 1st Place Multi-Dimensional
- $400 for 2nd Place in each category
- $200 for People’s Choice
- Exhibition 4/07/2017 – 4/30/2017 at the Saville and Schwab Galleries
Juror: Shannon Thomas Perich
Maximum 6 entries per photographer. Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Photographers are responsible for getting their work to and from the exhibition. If work is being shipped, it must be insured and shipped in boxes that the work can be packed in for return.
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Frequently asked questions — Photography exhibition contests
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?
Few are free; most charge $15–$50 per submission, with portfolio or series entries priced higher. Entry fees and early-bird discounts are listed in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do exhibition contests offer?
Prizes emphasize physical or virtual presentation: gallery exhibition slots, group show inclusion, catalog features, press coverage, or artist talks. Cash awards are less common but may range $1,000–$5,000 for top honors.
How do I choose which exhibition contest to enter?
Match your series to the venue's curatorial focus and research past exhibitions for aesthetic alignment. Verify technical specs (print size, framing, digital format), review shipping or installation requirements, and carefully assess rights clauses—some exhibitions request display or promotional usage rights.
Frequently asked questions — Art photography contests
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?
Few are free; most charge $20–$60 per submission, with series entries priced higher. Entry fees and discount tiers appear in the Quick Facts section at the top of each contest page on PhotoCompete.
What prizes do art photography contests offer?
Prizes often emphasize career development: gallery representation, museum exhibition slots, artist residencies, publication in art journals, or cash awards ($1,000–$10,000). Recognition from respected institutions can significantly boost visibility.
How do I choose which art photography contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose curatorial vision matches your conceptual practice. Review past winners for aesthetic alignment, verify presentation requirements (print specs, statements), and carefully assess rights clauses—some art contests request broad usage rights for submitted work.