Accepting Digital Submissions
Now - February 5th, 2025 by 11:50 p.m. (EST)
Invitation
Gaylord area Council for the Arts (Gaylord Arts) invites Michigan photographers to enter the 2025 Juried Photography Exhibit. Digital entries are due by February 5th, 2025 (See below for more information). Awards will be given in two categories, as well as “People’s Choice”. An Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony Saturday, March 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm (EST). The accepted entries will be on display at the Gaylord Arts Center from March 5th - April 16th.
Awards Given In Two Categories:
Traditional
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Cell Phone
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Eligibility
Michigan photographers 14 years old and older and seasonal residents may enter. All entries must be original works of the artist’s own creation. Works exhibited in previous Gaylord Arts juried shows will not be accepted. Entries will be accepted in these two categories:
- Traditional Photography: Images taken by the photographer with any photographic device (digital, film, polaroid, cellphone, etc). Post-processing (Photoshop, etc) is allowed. If selected for the show, you will be required to submit a physical piece to exhibit in the gallery. All photographs in the image must have been taken by the artist. No AI images allowed.
- Mobile Phone Photography: Any art work that has been captured using a mobile phone device only. All Post photographic processing must have been done using the cellphones built-in editing software. If selected for the show, you will not be required to submit a physical piece. Your work will be displayed digitally only. All photographs in the image must have been taken by the artist. No AI images allowed.
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2025 juried photo judge:
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My interest in photography dates back to 1987 when I bought my first film camera, a Canon Rebel. I have independently studied and practiced the art of making images since that time. In my work, which is both representational and abstract, I endeavor to present the overlooked from an uncommon perspective. I seek to uncover the beauty in the transient and humble and the lessons they might offer. My viewpoint is influenced by the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, the art of haiku, and a practice of mindfulness. Carol is involved with the Traverse City Camera Club and chairs their program committee. Carol’s work has been displayed at Crooked Tree Art Center and Higher Art Gallery in Traverse City, as well as at Traverse City.
Submission Procedure
- Up to 4 images (total) may be submitted.
- Photographers are welcome to enter their pieces in both categories, but must pay an entry fee for both.
- Images must be in jpg or png format. and digital image size limited to approximately 1200 x 1800 pixels.
- Name image files as follows: lastname_firstname_title_category of entry
- Complete form, attach digital images to form, and submit entree fee no later then February 5th at 11:50 p.m.
- Entry fee: $25 for Gaylord Arts members, $35 for non-members, $10 for Student (17 and under). Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, the first 35 student submissions will be FREE!
- Photographers will be notified by email regarding acceptance of images by February 12th, 2024.
- Accepted entries in the "Traditional" Category must be framed, wired and ready to hang (No sawtooth hangars) and delivered to the Gaylord Arts Gallery, no later than February 28th, during regular business hours.
- Clearly print on the back of each accepted piece: Photographer’s name, title of work and selling price. If not for sale—”For Exhibit Only”.
- Unsold pieces may be picked up during regular business hours beginning April 16th, 2025. All unsold pieces must be picked up by April 18th, 2025. Photos not retrieved within 30 days from this date become the property of Gaylord Arts, unless other arrangements are made in advance.
Sales
Gaylord Arts will retain a 30% commission on works sold during the exhibit. The sales price includes any matting and framing. All accepted entries will be featured at: www.gaylordarts.org. , however, Mobile phone photography entries are not eligible for sale.
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