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Infinite Weight/ Present Histories

University of West Georgia 2nd Annual Juried Photography Exhibition

University of West Georgia   /   Deadline: 08/18/23

Infinite Weight/Present Histories: University of West Georgia 2023 National Juried Photography Exhibition is seeking contemporary photographic and lens-based works. The exhibition looks to explore ideas from the conceptual to the speculative, while recognizing photography's inherent referential capacity. Any photographic or lens-based medium, such as, but not limited to: historic processes, silver-gelatin, digital production, including all single channel video works are encouraged for entry.

Location

The Vault Gallery located in the Wadsworth Auditorium,
25 Jefferson St, Newnan, GA 30263

Fees

A non-refundable entry fee of $30 is charged for up to 3 images with a fee of $5 for each additional image up to 6 images total.

Eligibility

This exhibition is open to national artists of all levels (18 years and older).

Requirements

• Artists may submit up to 6 images.
• Please submit all images in the following format:
-File size: 2400 pixels on the longest side in JPG format
save at maximum quality -Lastname_FirstName_01.jpg (Smith_Jane_01.jpg,
Smith_Jane_02.jpg, etc...)
-Include a brief artist statement (max. 500 words) and bio
(max. 250 words).
• For video please submit a link to youtube or vimeo as well as a screenshot of your piece in the format and naming convention listed above. The screenshot may be utilized in the exhibition catalog.

Awards

Over $500.00 in awards

Considerations

• Application submission deadline: August 18th, 2023.
• Notification of accepted works: September 1st, 2023.
• All photographs must be framed or mounted, no larger than 44" on the longest side.
• Works must be received by September 29.
• All accepted work must include prepaid return shipping label.
• C.O.D. deliveries will not be accepted.
• Works must be shipped in reusable packing cartons with NO PACKING PEANUTS.
• Hand deliveries accepted September 25-29 (9am-4pm) in Gunn Hall with prior notification to John Morris johnm@westga.edu or Mark Schoon mschoon@westga.edu.
• The exhibition will be from October 20 to November 17, 2023 at The Vault Gallery located in the Wadsworth Auditorium,
25 Jefferson St, Newnan, GA 30263.
• The reception is Friday, October 27, 6-8pm. Juror's talk and awards will be announced at the opening reception and accepted artworks are required to remain in the Vault Gallery for the duration of the exhibition. Keep up with the Vault Gallery @Vault_Gallery_Newnan
• Return of artwork begins November 27 and hand delivery pick up is November 28-29.

Evaluation Criteria

The exhibition will be juried by Maria L. Kelly, the Assistant Curator of Photography at the High Museum of Art. During her time at the High, Maria has helped organize more than twenty-five photography installations, including exhibitions featuring the work of Helen Levitt, Abelardo Morell, Sheila Pree Bright, Wynn Bullock, Gordon Parks, and Thomas Struth, among others.
Maria holds an M.A. from Columbia University and a B.A. from the University of Georgia, both in art history. Previously, she worked at The Sir Elton John Photography Collection and the Brooklyn Museum, and has held internships at The Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and the Georgia Museum of Art.

Contact Information

John Morris
1601 Maple Street
Newnan, GA 30263

P: 678.839.6415
W: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOImPByeYZAbJBnuBMi7Twwj11jnOQ8hd7llwUaVc9I1FEAw/viewform
E: johnm@westga.edu