Visual Narratives - PCNW's 27th Juried Exhibition

Visual Narratives is Photographic Center Northwest's 27th Juried Exhibition. While the theme is open, artists are encouraged to submit images that are part of a cohesive body of work. A series of images can tell a story, explore a concept, and evoke emotion beyond what a singular image can provide. The juror will be looking for sequences of images that come together to convey a strong, artistic narrative.

Selected work will be exhibited in the PCNW gallery from November 3 - December 14, 2025. All selected work must be sent to PCNW framed and ready to hang. Individual frames must be no larger than 11 x 14 inches. You may submit multiple images in separate frames (each 11 x 14 inches or smaller), or group multiple images within a single frame, in which case the overall frame size may be larger to accommodate the grouping. Artists are responsible for shipping their framed work to and from the gallery.

Entry fee is $50 for 5 image files (minimum); additional files may be submitted for $5 each, up to 10 total (maximum). Payment must be in U.S. Dollars and entry fees are non-refundable. Financial assistance is available; contact Erin Spencer at [email protected] for a 50% discount code. Accepted artists will be notified via email the week of September 22nd. Framed work must arrive to PCNW in Seattle no later than October 22, 2025. PCNW will give 90% to artists for all works sold during this exhibition. Professional, mid-career, and emerging artists from all communities and experience levels are welcome to apply. The juror is Mary Virginia Swanson, an author, educator, and mentor with an MFA in photography from Arizona State University.