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Every year we receive questions regarding submissions and payment. Please take a moment to see if your question is answered below. If you still have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Q: I’m not sure if I am an “emerging” photographer, how can I tell if I am eligible to enter?

A: By “emerging” we simply mean photographers that have something new and exciting to share. It does not matter if you are 80 or 18 years of age, we just want to see work that speaks to your particular vision. As long as you are not under a current contractual agreement with another gallery, you are welcome to submit.

Q: I had a group exhibition or a solo show at a commercial gallery. Am I qualified to enter ONWARD?

A: Having an exhibition at a commercial gallery does not necessarily mean that you are represented by them. Representation means that a gallery carries your work all the time and is actively showing your work to their clients.

Q: I am confused about what “medium” my work is in, can you explain this a bit more?

A: Medium simply refers to what printed form your photographs will be in. If you shot the photographs on black and white film, but then printed them with an inkjet printer, the medium is “inkjet print”. If you shot your photographs with a digital camera but then had a digital c-print made, the medium is “digital c-print”. Here is some further explanation:

Silver print or gelatin silver print: a traditional b&w print
Chromogenic print or c-print: a traditional color print printed with an enlarger
Inkjet print: digital prints made with an inkjet printer
Digital c-print: traditional color print printed from a digital file
For any other processes such as historical processes, please specify.

Q: Are photographs containing tasteful nudity or other subject matter that might be perceived as controversial acceptable to submit?

A: As long as the photographs are tasteful and not blatantly exploitative or overtly offensive, such material is acceptable.

Q: How exactly do I fill out the online submission form correctly?

A: The online submission form can be completed in 4 easy steps.

Step 1: About you – Fill out each of the fields with the appropriate information. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Step 2: About Your Work – This is where you will upload your images. Choose how many images you would like to submit. The submission fee is $40 for up to three images, $50 for four, $60 for five, and $100 for 7. A maximum of 7 images will be accepted per artist. Add the title, medium, image size, and framed size in the fields. Framed size does not need to be exact at the time of submission, however it is important to give a close estimate as to the size your photograph will be when it is printed. Once you have added the necessary fields and attached your images, hit the “Next Page” button at the bottom.

Step 3: Signature – Check the box to agree that you have read and agree to the eligibility and terms and conditions. Entering the date and clicking “Submit” is your “electronic signature”.

Step 4: Checkout – This is where you will pay for your entry. Your submission will not be processed until the payment is made and received. Methods of accepted payment are Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or PayPal. Be sure to include your email address at the bottom of this page to receive a confirmation receipt.

Q: May I submit more than 7 images by doing several entries?

A: No, each artist is limited to one entry with up to 7 images per year.

Q: Can I pay by check?

A: While in years past we have allowed entrants to pay the submission fee by check, we have phased out that option and now you must submit payment online at the time of entry.