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Sanctuary

Spaces of refuge, moments of renewal

Decagon Gallery   /   Deadline: 11/30/25

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Call for Entry: SANCTUARY

Decagon Gallery invites photographers from around the world to submit images for Sanctuary, an online exhibition exploring the spaces, places, and moments that offer us refuge, peace, and renewal.

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What does sanctuary mean to you? It might be a quiet corner of your home, a place of worship, a stretch of untouched landscape, a gathering of loved ones, or even an inner state of calm. Sanctuary can be physical or emotional, private or communal, fleeting or eternal. We welcome all photographic interpretations that reflect the essence of finding shelter, comfort, and belonging in a turbulent world.

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Awards and Features:

First Place: $500 cash prize and an online Solo exhibition

Second Place: $300 cash prize

Third Place: $200 cash prize

Juror's Awards and Honorable Mentions

*All the above awards include a FREE exhibition catalog (only to countries Blurb delivers to)

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All selected photographers will receive a digital award badge

Selected work will be published in a printed exhibition catalog available for purchase.

A short video presentation will be created and shared on our YouTube channel and the gallery website and social media.

Juror: Ovidiu Petca

Location

Online

Fees

$24

Eligibility

All photographers worldwide over 18

Requirements

Format your files as JPEG or JPG, 72 dpi, minimum size 2100 px on the longest side.

Awards

First Place: $500 cash prize and an online Solo exhibition

Second Place: $300 cash prize

Third Place: $200 cash prize

Juror's Awards and Honorable Mentions

*All the above awards include a FREE exhibition catalog

Important Dates:
Deadline: November 30, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: December 15, 2025
Online Exhibition Launch: December 15 through February15, 2026

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Evaluation Criteria

Photographs will be evaluated by the juror for their aesthetic quality and adherence to the theme.

Contact Information

John Manno
Brooklyn, NY

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