CENTER, a nonprofit organization based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been supporting photographic and lens-based artists since 1994 by providing funding, exhibition opportunities, and career development programs. In 2025, CENTER is offering $16,000 in funding, a group exhibition at its new gallery and education hub, access to Review Santa Fe portfolio reviews, a featured publication in LENSCRATCH, professional development seminars, and more.

Information & Application Details:

  • Early Discount Deadline: February 15, 2025
  • Final Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025 (11:59 PM MT)
  • Entry Fees:
    • Before February 15: Starting at $35 per category
    • After February 15: Fees increase by $10 per category
  • Membership Benefits: Applicants can join the Members Circle to receive discounted entry fees, free seminar access, and other perks.

 

Eligibility:

  • Open to photographers and lens-based artists worldwide.
  • Accepts work from all photographic processes, including video and photo-based mixed media.
  • Each award may have additional specific eligibility requirements.

 

Theme:

There is no set theme for the general call. Submissions may include conceptual, documentary, experimental, or traditional photographic works.

Special Award:

  • Me&Eve Award: Focuses on supporting female and LGBTQIA+ photographers aged 40 and over.

 

How to Apply:

  1. Fill out the application form on the CENTER website.
  2. Prepare your submission files (images, videos, or mixed media) and a project statement.
  3. Upload your application before the final deadline of March 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM MT.

For additional support, applicants can refer to CENTER’s FAQs and Guidelines or contact programs@centersantafe.org.

Submission Requirements:

  • Completed online application form.
  • Project statement (detailing the submitted work).
  • Image/video files that meet CENTER’s technical specifications.
  • Application fee payment.

 

Selection Process:

  • Submissions are reviewed by a panel of jurors, including leading professionals from the photography and art industries.
  • Jurors evaluate works based on artistic vision, originality, and execution.
  • Selection results will be announced after the review process.

Me&Eve Award Juror:

  • Leonor Mamanna, Deputy Photo Director at Bloomberg Businessweek / Pursuits.

 

Program Benefits & Awards:

General Awards & Opportunities

  • $16,000 in funding for selected artists.
  • Group exhibition at CENTER’s new gallery and education hub in Santa Fe.
  • Admission to Review Santa Fe, a prestigious portfolio review event.
  • Featured publication on LENSCRATCH, a prominent photography platform.
  • Professional development seminars to enhance career growth.

Me&Eve Award (For Female & LGBTQIA+ Artists 40 and Over)

  • $1,000 USD in funding.
  • Exhibition at CENTER’s gallery.
  • Admission to Review Santa Fe for portfolio reviews.
  • Public Project Presentation.
  • Access to Professional Development Seminars.
  • Publication in LENSCRATCH.

 

Contact & Resources:

 

Website link:

https://centersantafe.org/callsforentry

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