The Art of Photography Show Call For Entries! Deadline: June 30, 2012

THIS DOES COST TO ENTER!

The ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW is an established and critical force in the world of contemporary photography. Now in its 8th year, the show provides tangible benefits to artists trying to break into the public eye. This well thought out international exhibition provides value to artists at every turn, from first-rate viewing in the judging process to exhibition and publication opportunities, photo industry connections and monetary awards.

EXHIBITION: September 29 through November 11, 2012 at the San Diego Art Institute in beautiful Balboa Park. About 30,000 people view the exhibition each year. View images of this elegant gallery space here.

WEBSITE: www.artofphotographyshow.com ENTER COMPETITION HERE

CALL FOR ENTRIES:
The online entry process is very easy, simply filling out a short registration form and then uploading your images as JPEG files. Images created via any form of photography will be accepted for consideration.

Julian Cox is the esteemed judge for the Art of Photography Show 2012. Mr. Cox is the Founding Curator of Photography and Chief Curator at the de Young Museum in San Francisco.

Most photographers feel that having their work exhibited in a museum is the ultimate goal. Yet, getting exposure to museum curators is normally very difficult. Our project provides that opportunity.

$10,000 IN AWARDS:
$2,000 1st Place Award
$1,600 2nd Place Award
$1,200 3rd Place Award
$ 800 4th Place Award
$ 400 (11) Honorable Mention Awards

Check out a special PDF with information about the Art of Photography Show by clicking here.

SHOW CATALOG:
We are producing a superb Show Catalog, which will feature every image in the Show and an artist statement about each work. This 80 page book will be given to everyone at the Opening Reception Gala and is made available for free at each special event during the exhibition. Artists who are in the Show can obtain as many copies of the Show Catalog as they like for free, which can be used for promotion and marketing of their work.

MARKETING & PUBLICITY:
Marketing and promotion for the Art of Photography Show is extensive, with national magazine advertising and coverage, numerous cross-promotions, tens of thousands of announcement cards, as well as promotion to thousands of fans and friends on social networks. Our most valuable marketing resource is our in-house list of over 25,000 art collectors, who we invite to the gallery events, etc.

SALES:
The purpose for all of the above activities, events and efforts is to promote our artists and to sell their work. It works, we get results. And we truly love photography, so we are sincerely working to elevate and promote this art form. This exhibit is the most artist oriented win-win show we've ever seen or been a part of.

THE PROSPECTUS and entry information is available here. Additional details are in the FAQ page here.

ENTRY FEE:
$25 for the first entry, $10 for each additional entry. Artists who entered work in any previous Art of Photography Show will receive a $15 discount towards the Art of Photography Show 2012. The entire registration, upload, and payment process can be done securely right on the website.

For more information please contact the Producer, Steven Churchill:
Email: steven@artofphotographyshow.com
Phone: 1-619-825-5575

Posted by Anna Fox on May 15^th 2012