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EMERGE 2026

International Photography Competition and Exhibition

Midwest Center for Photography   /   Deadline: 08/01/26

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EMERGE 2026 will feature 20 photographers in the gallery for competition and exhibition. We are looking to give one $200 EMERGE Fellowship Award and exhibition opportunities to emerging photographers. This fellowship opportunity is geared toward photographers looking to launch their art careers through the exposure of exhibition.

MWCP is seeking emerging photographers creating fresh and exciting new pictures. We feel strongly about providing this exhibition opportunity to emerging photographers. Professionally preparing a series of work, entering to galleries within the stated guidelines of gallery submissions and through subsequently building an exhibition record is a major and essential aspect of building a career in art photography.

Selected artists will have their work featured in the exhibition and online. One recipient will be awarded the $200 EMERGE Fellowship Award, and receive one year artist representation by MWCP online.

Exhibition dates: October 2 - 26, 2026

Location

Midwest Center for Photography, 1215 Franklin, Wichita, KS 67203

Fees

$50

Eligibility

Open to all emerging photographers worldwide. All photographic media is welcome.

Requirements

Submit .jpeg files to the gallery for consideration. Name each file with your last name_first name_number. Follow the entry instructions found on the website.

Considerations

Selection will be based upon individual images submitted by each artist. A series of theme based images are preferred but not required. A brief artist statement is optional.

Evaluation Criteria

Juror: Linda Robinson, Gallery Director and Curator, Midwest Center for Photography

Contact Information

Linda Robinson
1215 Franklin
Wichita, KS 67203

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