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THROUGH THE LENS PHOTOGRAPHY

Organization: The Joe Center for the Arts Location Port Saint Joe, FL Entry Fee Paid Entry Deadline July 12, 2026
The Joe Center for the Arts invites photographers to celebrate the art of photography. How do you capture those special places, moments, emotions, and perspectives from behind the camera? Photography allows us to explore the beauty of everyday life, the grandeur of nature and the intricacies of human emotion through the lens of the camera, often revealing the stories that words alone cannot convey. Share with us how you see the world from your own unique perspective. A total of 5 pieces may be entered for this show. All photo-based works are eligible, with no limitation as to subject matter or technique. No AI generated work is acceptable. AI can only be used in editing your image. The Joe Center for the Arts is a family-centered community-based organization. As such, we reserve the right to reject any work that we deem inappropriate to our audience.

Juror for this show: Frank Jackowiak is a seasoned, skilled photographer. As a Professional Marketing
Representative for Nikon, Frank called on professional photographers all over the
world, tested new camera equipment, and provided memorable imagery for numerous
publications. His client list includes; Nikon, Canon, Sears, NASA, Chrysler, Amoco Oil,
Air & Space, Abercrombie & Fitch, and the Experimental Aircraft Association. Frank's expertise includes the documentation of space shuttle and rocket launches for NASA as well as other aviation events. Frank is also a well-liked and sought after photography instructor by anyone seeking to make sense of their cameras. Frank has the innate gift of encouraging the "artist within" each student.

SHARE what inspires you or how you create your art work by doing a demo or presenting a class or workshop during this exhibit. A stipend from our Curate Series may be provided. Contact us at [email protected] to discuss this opportunity.

AWARDS:
Best of Show: $200
First Place: $150
Second Place: $100
Third Place: $75
Honorable Mentions
People's Choice: $75

ENTRY FEE: $35 for Members, $50 for Non-Members, up to 5 pieces may be entered.

ENTRY DEADLINE IS July 12. Show runs from Aug. 7 - Sept. 11, 2026

CALENDAR:
Aug. 7 - Sept. 11: Show dates
July 12: Entry Submission Deadline
July 15: Notification of Acceptance
Aug. 1: Delivery of Artwork, 11am - 3pm ET each day
Aug. 7: Reception 6-8pm ET
Sept. 12: Pickup of Art work 11am - 3pm ET

The Joe takes a 40% commission on all items. For additional information please check the Entry Instructions.

The Joe Center for the Arts is a self-sustaining community-based non-profit art center. Our mission is to educate, exhibit, partner and inspire through the arts.

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