Holding Ground: On Gathering

The New Orleans Photo Alliance invites photographers to explore gathering as both a hidden influence and a beacon of resilience. From elite networks wielding unchecked global power to community demonstrations of joy and protest — including Mardi Gras here in our own city — we seek images that reflect how communities, large and small, convene in an uncertain world. We welcome abstract or expansive interpretations of gathering: from data collection by technology companies, to intentional arrangements for still life, to collective order in nature. Submissions may reflect contemporary themes, unity, or collective presence.