Photography Contest
The Shape of a Moment
Deadline |
CLOSEDTheme |
The Shape of a MomentTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to allEntry Fees |
Between $5 and $20Prizes |
ExhibitionHost |
Exposure GalleryThere are moments that pass like a breath, yet leave an indelible mark.
This call invites you to capture the mystery of the fleeting: those subtle intersections of light, emotion, and time that, for a second, reveal something essential.
The Shape of a Moment celebrates photography’s ability to hold what slips away — to give form to the intangible. Because sometimes, a single instant is enough to tell an entire story.
Awards
Group Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina
Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.
Juror's Selections: Digitally displayed works recognized for their artistic merit.
Special Recognitions received by photographers from the Province of Córdoba: Digitally displayed works, as part of our commitment to promoting local talent.
Group Exhibition in Exposure Los Angeles (Temporary Exhibition Space), California, United States
Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.
Solo Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina
Grand Prize (1): In addition to the group exhibition, the Gold Award winner will be granted a solo show at the gallery, with the exhibition date to be coordinated directly with the artist.
Online Gallery
Special Recognitions: Placed approximately in the top 2.5% of the competition, these works are selected for achieving an exceptional level across all curatorial criteria and are featured on our official website.
Additional Benefits
USD 500 cash prize: Awarded to the Gold Award winner.
Publication in the official print-on-demand exhibition book.
Promotion through our institutional channels and international mailing list (25,000+ subscribers).
Diplomas
All recognized artists receive an official digital diploma corresponding to their category.
All awards are presented as digital certificates.
This call invites you to capture the mystery of the fleeting: those subtle intersections of light, emotion, and time that, for a second, reveal something essential.
The Shape of a Moment celebrates photography’s ability to hold what slips away — to give form to the intangible. Because sometimes, a single instant is enough to tell an entire story.
Awards
Group Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina
Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.
Juror's Selections: Digitally displayed works recognized for their artistic merit.
Special Recognitions received by photographers from the Province of Córdoba: Digitally displayed works, as part of our commitment to promoting local talent.
Group Exhibition in Exposure Los Angeles (Temporary Exhibition Space), California, United States
Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.
Solo Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina
Grand Prize (1): In addition to the group exhibition, the Gold Award winner will be granted a solo show at the gallery, with the exhibition date to be coordinated directly with the artist.
Online Gallery
Special Recognitions: Placed approximately in the top 2.5% of the competition, these works are selected for achieving an exceptional level across all curatorial criteria and are featured on our official website.
Additional Benefits
USD 500 cash prize: Awarded to the Gold Award winner.
Publication in the official print-on-demand exhibition book.
Promotion through our institutional channels and international mailing list (25,000+ subscribers).
Diplomas
All recognized artists receive an official digital diploma corresponding to their category.
All awards are presented as digital certificates.
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