The Light Factory 8th Juried Annuale

The Light Factory 8th Juried Annuale is an international photography competition showcasing challenging and inventive new work from photographers and artists throughout the international photographic community. From traditional to digital, still and moving, all photographic techniques and approaches are welcome, including works that stretch the boundaries of the assumed definitions of photographic-based media. The exhibition will consist of 4-6 photographers, each represented by 5-7 images.

The Light Factory is a community-based center for photography and film located in Charlotte, NC, dedicated to enriching lives and transforming communities through thought-provoking exhibitions, world-class education, and vibrant community engagement. Throughout its 43 years of continuous operation, The Light Factory has featured artists including Sally Mann, Ansel Adams, Tina Barney, Debbie Luster, Keith Carter, Annie Leibovitz, Ralph Gibson, Susan Kae Grant, Edward Weston, Jerry Uelsmann, Richard Renaldi, Bill Viola, Andres Serrano, and Mary Ellen Mark.

Entrants must submit 5-7 images from a specific series or body of work, with a short statement (no more than 150 words) and current resume or curriculum vitae. Artists may submit up to two different applications. Entry fee is $35 non-refundable per series. The juror is Anna Walker Skillman. Exhibition dates are September 9 – October 14, 2016, with an opening reception on September 9, 2016 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Selected artists must deliver work by August 27-31, 2016. All work, unless marked not for sale, will be available for sale during the exhibit, with The Light Factory retaining a 30% commission on sales. Selected artists will be asked to provide images in 300 dpi format for publicity purposes.