grayscale deadline november 20th!

PROCESS

1. the artist completes the online submission form

The artist selects 5-10 photographs that align with call for entry theme. Before uploading, they should ensure they are resized to the appropriate specifications: the longest side of each image must be 4500 pixels, and the file size should fall between 500KB and 5MB for optimal results.

2. jury process

A confirmation email will be sent to the artist upon successful submission. If it doesn't arrive, we recommend checking your spam folder. The jurying process starts after the final submission deadline, and we will contact everyone with the results within two weeks of that date. Please watch for an email from us during this period.

3. if your work is selected

Selected artists will be contacted by email with instructions to provide the following: a high-resolution file for exhibition, an artist statement or story about the work, and confirmation of whether the piece is for sale.

4. exhibition

Once we have received everything we need from the selected artists, we will begin preparations for the exhibition. This process includes producing fine art prints, creating informational cards, and developing promotional materials. Please note that all exhibitions are scheduled for a one-month duration, and the opening night typically falls on the first Friday of the month.

ACCEPTANCE & EXHIBITION DETAILS

As part of your acceptance, the gallery covers the cost of professional printing and framing for all exhibited work. This includes:

  • One exhibition-quality print on Luster paper.

  • Custom framing in our signature 24”x24” black museum-quality frames.

  • Matting from our extensive collection of precut white mats to best fit your image. Common sizes include 11"x11", 10"x15", 11"x15", and 12"x15".

  • Our team will professionally adjust the size of your high-resolution file for optimal presentation within the mat, without cropping the original composition.

  • Following the exhibition, the physical print will be archived in our flat-file storage for six months.

  • Photographers retain all rights to their image.

  • If you choose to list your work for sale and an inquiry is made, you will be notified immediately.

  • Decode Gallery operates on a 50% commission model for any sales, with the remaining 50% going directly to the photographer.

This call is open to photographers worldwide, both amateur and professional.

  • $40 USD for an entry of 5 images.
  • $45 USD for an entry of up to 10 images.

All fees contribute directly to the gallery's operational costs and are non-refundable.

  • Your Work: The images are your own original work, and you own the rights. You are responsible for all content, including model releases.
  • Your Rights: You keep all ownership of your art.
  • Promotion: If accepted, we can use your image to promote the show online and in print, always with credit.
  • Our Emails: You'll join our list for future opportunities (opt-out anytime).

Frequently Asked Questions

We've noticed that sometimes our emails don't always land in your main inbox as they should. If you were expecting to hear from us, your first stop should be to check your spam or promotions folder—that's often where they end up!

If it's not there, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. We send all our notifications within two weeks of the submission deadline, but occasionally an email may not make it through.

We're so sorry for any confusion or frustration this may cause. We're here to help and make sure you get the information you need, so please just let us know if you haven't received anything.

Yes, we are located at 129 West San Francisco street in Sante Fe, New Mexico.

While this type of art may have its own merits, it is not the focus of Dusk Gallery. We encourage you to submit your other photographic work, but we don’t accept AI imagery at the gallery.

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