About the Open Call

Perspective Gallery is pleased to announce LENS 2026, our 16th annual juried international exhibition of fine art photography. Photographers are invited to submit work for possible inclusion in the exhibition. All subject matter and photographic processes, except AI, are welcome. The exhibition will run from March 5 - March 29, 2026, with an Opening Reception and Awards on March 7, 5 – 7 p.m. The juror for LENS 2026 is Ann M. Jastrab, Executive Director at the Center for Photographic Art (CPA) in Carmel, California. Photographers are invited to submit up to five (5) photographic images in JPEG format which have been created within the past five years. AI images are not accepted, and work previously shown at Perspective Gallery cannot be submitted. Applicants should complete their entry and upload their images at CaFÉ. By submitting work, applicants agree to permit Perspective Gallery to use their images in publicity with attribution; photographers retain copyright to their work. All accepted work must be framed in a professional manner with hanging wire (no sawtooth hangers). Any alternate hanging system must be approved prior to submitting entry. To help exhibiting international artists, Perspective Gallery will print their work with the cost paid for by the artist. Artwork must be shipped by either UPS or FedEx and include either an account number for return shipping or a prepaid return shipping label. Perspective Gallery will not be responsible for damage occurring during shipment to or from the gallery. Work must be framed using plexiglass, not glass. Work should be shipped in sturdy reusable containers and packed using foam sheets or bubble wrap. Insurance of artwork during transit to and from the gallery is the responsibility of the photographer. The gallery will insure all works against theft and damage while in the gallery.

What is Offered

Exhibition opportunity in an international juried photography show, cash awards for Juror's Award ($300), 1st Runner-up ($200), and 2nd Runner-up ($150), and potential art sales with a 60% commission to the artist.

Requirements

Photographers must submit up to five (5) photographic images in JPEG format, created within the past five years. AI images are not accepted, and previously shown work at Perspective Gallery is ineligible. Accepted work must be professionally framed with hanging wire (plexiglass only, no glass) and shipped via UPS or FedEx with prepaid return shipping. Shipping boxes must not exceed 60 inches in length.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete their entry and upload their images at: CaFÉ (https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15881).