CENTER offers direct funding, exhibitions, and career advancement opportunities for photographers and lens-based artists. The 2025 open call provides $16,000 in funding, a group exhibition at CENTER’s gallery, admission to Review Santa Fe portfolio reviews, publication in LENSCRATCH, access to seminars, and more.
Information & Application Details:
- Early Discount Deadline: February 15, 2025
- Final Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025 (11:59 PM MT)
- Entry Fee:
- Before Feb 15: Starts at $35
- After Feb 15: Increases by $10 per category
- Membership Perks:
- Discounted entry fees.
- VIP passes to select art fairs.
- Invitations to special events.
Eligibility:
- Open to photographers and lens-based artists worldwide.
- Accepts work from all photographic processes, mixed media, and select video/multimedia categories.
- Past submissions are welcome, as jurors change annually.
Theme:
- Environmental Award: For images/series addressing ecological issues like conservation, biodiversity, and climate change.
How to Apply:
- Fill out the online application form.
- Prepare and upload your images and project statement.
- Pay the entry fee.
- Receive confirmation and follow the link to complete your submission.
Submission Requirements:
- High-quality image files or multimedia (for select categories).
- Project statement.
Selection Process:
- Juror: Alice Gabriner, Consulting Director, Center for Contemporary Documentation.
Program Benefits:
- Exhibition at CENTER’s gallery.
- Admission to Review Santa Fe portfolio reviews.
- Public Project Presentation.
- Professional Development Seminars.
- Publication with LENSCRATCH.
Contact & Resources:
- Email: programs@centersantafe.org
- FAQs & Guidelines: Available on CENTER’s website.
Website Link:
https://centersantafe.org/callsforentry
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