chateaugallery Competitions / Calls for Entry
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The Narrative
A narrative can tell stories about a wide range of subjects, recount tales from religion, myth, legend, history, and literature, or examine existential questions, such as the meaning of life, death, and the nature of reality. A well-crafted narrative can transport us to another time and place, entertain, educate, and inspire or help us to view the world in a new way, reminding us of our shared humanity and the beauty of the world around us. Tell us, what's your story?
The Narrative is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
The Abstract Image
The Abstract Image highlights the transformative power of abstraction in photography, allowing us to break free from reality and explore the myriad possibilities within non-representational states. This theme invites artists to push the boundaries of photographic art by exploring alternative, experimental, or even accidental elements of the captured image that exhibit photography’s ability to serve as a conduit for visual metaphor and personal expression.
The Abstract Image is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Letters, Numbers & Symbols
Letters, Numbers & Symbols explores the intersection of language, mathematics, and semiotics through the captured image. The fundamental building blocks of communication—letters, numbers, and symbols, often taken for granted, are reimagined and deconstructed in ways that challenge our perceptions and deepen our understanding of the visual and conceptual power of these basic units of meaning.
Letters, Numbers & Symbols is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Submission Deadline: October 15th, 2024
Juror Notifications: October 27th, 2024
Format: Online Exhibition
Exhibition: November 1st, 2024 - December 1st, 2024
Memento Mori
Call For Entry: Memento Mori
International Submission Deadline:
September 15th, 2024 11:59 PST
Memento Mori is a profound and evocative theme in photography, focusing on the transient nature of life and the inevitability of death. This concept, rooted in the Latin phrase meaning "remember that you must die," encourages a deep reflection on mortality and the passage of time. Memento mori can be a powerful reminder of the fleeting nature of our existence, a source of comfort and inspiration, and that we should make the most of our remaining time on this mortal coil. Show us, what makes life worth living, and how does one cope with the certainty of death?
Memento Mori is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Submission Deadline: September 15th, 2024
Juror Notifications: September 27th, 2024
Format: Online Exhibition
Exhibition: October 1st, 2024 - November 1st, 2024
Minimalism
Call For Entry: Minimalism
International Submission Deadline:
August 15th, 2024 11:59 PST
Minimalism is a genre of photographic art that highlights simplicity, focusing on the basic features of our surroundings. By distilling scenes to their elements, we can explore the influence of negative space, lines, and subtle components on the beauty of the captured image. Through the lens of simplicity, Minimalism invites viewers to appreciate the power of less and the complexity of the understated.
Minimalism is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
The Portrait
The Portrait explores the diverse and nuanced realm of expression through the art of portraiture, delving deep into the essence of individuality, cultural identity, and the universal human experience. Show us moments of despair, strength, joy, and thought. Take us on an immersive journey into the human soul, inviting viewers to contemplate the narrative and emotions behind the captured image.
The Portrait is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Submission Deadline: July 15th, 2024
Juror Notifications: July 25th, 2024
Format: Online Exhibition
Exhibition: August 1st, 2024 - September 1st, 2024
Abandoned
Abandoned is an exhibition exploring abandoned and rediscovered objects, spaces, and structures. A popular genre in the photographic world is the trend of urban exploration ("urbex") — the exploration of abandoned or forgotten places to document the narrative of those who lived or worked there. Through the captured image, we can glimpse the ephemeral nature and memory of ourselves and our surroundings and preserve them before being lost to time and place. What do these structures and objects convey about society as we leave them to decay? What is the essence of time and place, and what-or whom-are we abandoning?
Abandoned is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Shadow and Light
Shadow and Light is an immersive exploration of the interplay between darkness and illumination, capturing moments of contrast, depth, and intrigue. From stark silhouettes to subtle gradations that reveal hidden textures, invite us on a journey through the captivating realms of chiaroscuro.
Shadow and Light is an international open call for photographers ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional and non-conventional media, and conventional or alternative processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.
Submission Deadline: June 15th, 2024
Juror Notifications: June 25th, 2024
Format: Online Exhibition
Exhibition: July 1st, 2024 - August 1st, 2024