Art Through the Lens 2019

Art Through the Lens 2019 is an international juried photography exhibition open to all without restrictions on content. The exhibition provides photographers with an outlet for their art, encouragement for growth in their vision and presentation, and cash rewards for works of exceptional merit. From submissions, 50-70 images are selected for exhibition by a highly qualified juror. Selected works will be featured in a full color catalog produced by the Yeiser Art Center and available for purchase during the exhibition. $5,000 in cash awards will be given to works of high merit, with an awards presentation held during the opening reception.

Artists may submit up to 11 entries, including up to 5 images, 3 videos, and 3 audio files. All photo-based imagery created through photographic processes is eligible, including non-lens made images. All work must be original, completed in the last three years, and not previously exhibited in Art Through the Lens or Paducah Photo. Size restrictions apply: no single work may exceed 6 feet in width and 8 feet in height without advanced approval from YAC. The entry fee is $15 per submission ($10 for Yeiser Art Center members). Entries are submitted online through CaFE only; email and mail submissions are not accepted. Applicants living within 100 miles of Paducah, Kentucky are automatically entered into a Regional Showcase component. Accepted entries must arrive at the Yeiser Art Center by September 27, 2019 at 5pm. The exhibition runs October 4 – November 9, 2019, with an opening reception and awards ceremony on October 5, 5-7pm. Notifications of acceptance are scheduled for August 31 (International Show) and September 7 (Regional Showcase). Award amounts: International Exhibition—Best of Show $2,000, First Place $1,000, Second Place $500, Third Place $250, Honorable Mention $125 (two awards); Regional Showcase—First Place $500, Second Place $250, Third Place $100, Honorable Mention $50 (two awards). The Yeiser Art Center retains a 40% commission on all sales.