Exhibition Calls

Experiments in Photography

EDGE Gallery Open Show

Exhibition Dates: March 7-23, 2025
Reception: March 7, 2025, 6-9 PM

Experiments in Photography: celebration of play, embracing the unexpected, and trying something new within the photography media. EDGE Gallery encourages artwork that pushes the boundaries of photography to express limitless possibilities. We encourage artwork that uses non-traditional photo methods such as experimental techniques, alternative use of photo equipment, or layered mixed-media elements. Both 2D and 3D artwork are accepted.

EDGE Gallery aims to provide a platform for photographers of the Denver Metro Area – both professional and emerging artists – to show their work in participation with Month of Photography, 2025. All artwork must include some element of the photography process.

This is a non-juried, open, community show – no online submissions required. All photographic works that meet the exhibition criteria for display and hanging (mounted/framed with hanging wire) will be accepted during the drop-off dates.

$15-per-piece entry fee payable at drop-off

Link to MOP info: https://denvermop.org/

Drop-off Dates:

Sunday, March 2, 6-8 PM
Monday, March 3, 6-8 PM

Pick-Up Dates:

Sunday, March 23, 5-7pm *right after the Photo Print Swap event*
Monday, March 24, 6-8pm

Experiments in Photography Open Show – Policies and Procedures:

Artwork is accepted during the in-person drop-off dates only. No appointment required.

  • Artists will complete a digital entry form at the time of drop-off.
  • Artwork must include at least some component of original photography or reference to the photographic process. We strongly encourage concepts or processes that push the boundaries of expression and creativity.
  • All works must be framed, mounted or in some way professionally presented and ready to install. Work may be refused if unable to install or display safely or professionally.
  • Any framed or 2D works must have wire hardware on the back of the artwork. NO SAWTOOTH HANGERS or command strips. Works with unacceptable or missing hardware will be refused.
  • Limit of 3-4 pieces per artist. Maximum size of 18”x24”
  • Larger works or installations may be assessed at a higher rate. Installation works must come with written instructions and all necessary hardware.
  • No bin prints or work in plastic sleeves will be displayed.
  • No artist statements or artist business cards will be displayed.
  • All artwork sold during or through the show will have a 30% gallery commission fee. Lakewood sales tax will be collected.
  • No storage space available. Any unsold work must be picked up promptly. Any work left in the gallery after 30 days after the show end date will be discarded or become the property of Edge. Artists may send proxies if unavailable to pick up their own work in person.
  • No mailed-in entries will be accepted. If you live out-of-town, you will need to have a local friend or family member hand-deliver your work to the gallery on your behalf.
  • Images of works on view may be posted online.
  • Edge Gallery is a small artist-run co-op. The gallery does not cover liability insurance for works on display. Participation is voluntary.

Photo Print Swap Event

What is the best part about producing prints of our images? Trading!!! Want to share your work with other Denver area photographers? Want to build your collection of original photos? Join us at the “Photo Print Swap” gathering. As part of the closing reception for EDGE Gallery’s Month of Photography shows, we will be hosting a free event open to all photographers.

Event Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025, 3:30-5:00 pm

Artist Print Swap – Policies and Procedures:

  • Artists are recommended to bring at least 10 original prints available for trading and swapping.
  • Prints must be original photographs, test prints or experiments.
  • Prints must be created by the artist, and the artist must be present to participate. The images should be the intellectual property of the artist. (No trades from work created by someone other than you.)
  • All prints must be in individual plastic sleeves or protective cases. (No framed works or unprotected paper.)
  • Artists must label their name and value on the back of each print.
  • Recommended value range of $20-$100 per print. Recommended size range of 5×7 to 11×14.
  • EDGE Gallery volunteers will assist in setting up systems to help artists view each others’ work, have conversations about their concepts and processes, and make fair trades.
  • Participation is voluntary. Please come with an open mind and only bring work that you are willing to trade.
  • No money may be exchanged as part of the swap event.

RSVP to edgeprintswap@gmail.com

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