The Visual Narrative

Photographic images are deeply rooted in ones personal perspective and emotion. Whether an image is found or created and regardless of genre—be it landscape, still life, portraiture, nature, abstraction, photojournalism, self-portrait, or documentary, the story we express through our camera lens are personal narratives that are unique to every individual.

This exhibit will showcase a collection of diverse images that explore the photographer’s unique personal narrative of image making through the power of photography.

Prize Awards: First Place - $400, Second Place - $300, Third Place - $200 and Three Honorable Mentions. Prizes and Awards include a free full-color Exhibition Book All images selected by juror will be exhibited throughout the Mpls Photo Center Galleries and published in a full-color Exhibit Book for purchase.
Accepted Images: All images selected by juror will be exhibited throughout the Mpls Photo Center Galleries and published in a full-color Exhibit Book for purchase.
Cost for Entry: $35 first 5 images, $10 each additional
Submission Deadline: January 5th, 2014
Results Announced: January 17th, 2014
On Exhibit: March 14th thru April 26th, 2014
Opening Reception: March 14th, 2014
Juror: Susan Burnstine

Submitting your Entries: Submit your work via our online Smarter Entry System. To submit click on “Smarter Entry” Account Login to begin. Create an account if you don’t already have one. Simply pay online then upload your images.

All entries are submitted via our on-line system. When you see the image thumbnail under Submitted Images, you image has been received for the show/contest. You will be able to change an image or add additional information regarding that image, at no cost, by logging into your account. Changes may be made up to the appropriate deadline.When preparing images for uploading, please adhere to the following file specifications:
1. sRGB or RGB color space (standard), not CMYK files
2. Save files to 72 ppi resolution; flatten layers 8 bit jpeg
3. Sized to 1280 pixels on the longest side, the other size, width or height proportional
4. JPG format, compression level 8 (medium). Compression level will not affect the quality of viewed images.Use period preceding jpg in the file name.  Characters (!@#$%^&*()_+) will result in uploading problemsAcceptance: All entrants will receive an e-mail notification. Accepted images will be posted on the Mpls Photo Center’s website

Exhibit Prints: Mpls Photo Center will only accept framed prints with a bright white mat and traditional black wooden or metal frame (nothing ornate). For the convenience of those not living in Minnesota we offer optional fine art printing and framing services. Additional information will be provided upon acceptance into the exhibit.