Columbia Center
for the Arts

215 Cascade Street

PO Box 1543

Hood River, OR 97031

541-387-8877

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Deadline for Entries: July 12, 2010

Celebrate the Gorge Photo Competition

A juried art event celebrating life in the Columbia River Gorge . . .

During the height of summer tourism in August, the Columbia Art Gallery in Hood River, Oregon will host the first Celebrate the Gorge Photography Competition.

We are seeking submissions by artists depicting the beauty and character of the Columbia River Gorge region, including but not limited to: mountains, rivers, waterfalls, wildflowers, wildlife, farmlands, towns, and sports recreation.

Shots taken during any season are welcome.

Jurors will select a variety of artwork that celebrates life in the Gorge and most beautifully captures the diverse landscapes.

 

Artist Requirements

How To Apply

Applicants may submit up to 5 digital images and an artist’s statement through CaFÉ at
http://www.callforentry.org/

Please visit the CaFÉ website for complete instructions on how to apply.

Please download our Artist Prospectus (to your left) for details about artist requirements related to the show.

Details regarding what's required of the artist can be found in the artist prospectus, including:

  • Entry process and technical info
  • Eligibility and definitions
  • Calendar
  • Exhibition delivery and pickup
  • Submission requirements
  • Size limits
  • Image presentation
  • Awards
  • Final Acceptance
  • Sales
  • Shipping
  • Use of images

Artist Prospectus

Click to download a pdf of the Artist Prospectus for Celebrate the Gorge Photo Competition.

About the Show

The gallery and exhibition will be open daily 11am – 6pm from August 6th through August 29th. The Show Opening and Artist Reception commence Friday, August 6th, 2010 from 6-8pm. This is event is open to the public.

Questions?

For any questions about the show, please contact show curator Darryl Lloyd.  The best way to reach Darryl is via email, at longshadow@gorge.net. There's also a chance you might reach him by phone, at 541-387-2217... though email is probably a more reliable way to get through. (Feel free to visit Darryl's website at http://www.longshadowphoto.com.)

For questions about Columbia Art Gallery, please contact the gallery manager, Catherine Kiewit, at 541-397-8877.

 

About Columbia Art Gallery

Columbia Art Gallery, located in the Columbia Center for the Arts, is a non-profit community gallery with the mission to promote an arts-rich environment in the Columbia River Gorge. Summer hours are daily, 11am – 6pm.