2026 Photography Competition: “Development”
Submissions due by September 26th, 2026 at 5:00pm.
Exhibit Opens October 3rd, 2026.
Awards Ceremony: December 5th, 2026 at 12:00pm.
Theme: “Development”
“Art calls for complete mastery of techniques, developed by reflection within the soul.”
— Bruce Lee
This open competition invites photographers to explore the various interpretations of the theme “Development.” Development is a process, and it is a skill to be nurtured. It may represent physical or digital techniques. It may be an exterior force or an internal reflection on where we have been, where we are, or where we are going. For some, it may be a combination of these things. It is up to the artist to find the development within their craft, and share it with the world through their photography in this special exhibition.
And here’s something to get truly excited about: a total of 6 cash prizes will be awarded, and the top photograph will be awarded $500!
Competition Rules
- Entry fee is $35, payable upon submission of entry. Up to three works can be submitted.
- Entry deadline is 5:00PM on Saturday, September 26th, 2026.
- All Submissions must be created between 12/06/2025 and 09/26/2026.
- No more than 40 inches long.
- Framed or gallery wrapped.
- Ready to hang with strong hanging wire attached with D or O rings (or similar). Use of claw hangers will lead to an automatic disqualification.
- Accompanied with high-resolution photos for marketing and publicity efforts, sent via Google Drive, Dropbox, or other large file sharing portal. We also accept USB thumb drives, if that is easier for you.
Submission Form Coming Soon!