2020 International Krappy Kamera Competition

The 2020 International Krappy Kamera Competition seeks extraordinary photographs made with lousy lenses. The competition is based on the philosophy that great photographs can be made with basic equipment. Examples of eligible Krappy Kameras include the Holga, Diana, Ansco, and pinhole cameras. You can also create your own Krappy Kamera by using a non-Krappy camera and exchanging the lens with a Krappy lens (such as a pinhole body cap or Holga-type lens). Cell phones, disposables, and point and shoot cameras are ineligible. The lens is the determining factor—just because a camera is old and moldy does not make it Krappy.

The competition is open to all photographers age 18 years old or older, excluding members of Soho Photo Gallery. Entries must be submitted digitally through callforentry.org. Applicants must submit a minimum of 5 images and a maximum of 15 images. The entry fee is $45.00, with an additional $5.00 media fee for images beyond the initial submission.

Winning photographs must be framed and wired for hanging. The maximum height or width (including frame) for exhibited work cannot exceed 48 inches. Photographs not suitably prepared will be excluded. The juror is Brian Paul Clamp, owner and director of ClampArt gallery in Chelsea, New York City, which specializes in modern and contemporary art with an emphasis on photography.