About the Show
The Allegany National Photography Competition & Exhibition is one of the Allegany Arts Council's signature events, now entering its seventh year. Established in 2015, it began as a way to showcase photography talent in the region, but quickly grew into a nationally-recognized show.
Each year, the competition has continued to grow, reaching nearly 1000 entries nationwide from photographers representing 38 states. Today, the show serves as a model for other organizations seeking to develop programs of their own.
Typically, the competition features three categories: black and white (monochrome), color, and a third category, which has ranged from experimental to photography as sculpture. This wild card category always brings depth and interest to the exhibition. The show itself offers a diverse and wide-ranging look at the world of photography, including street photography, portraiture, landscape and still life, fine art and many other styles and techniques.
The exhibition will run from April 2-24, 2021.
The Call
The 2021 call for entry is now open and entries are accepted through Call for Entry, an online entry platform. First-time users will be required to create an account with log-in information for future notifications.
Entries are $30.00 for the first two (2) entries and an additional $15.00 per entry up to six (6) maximum. The deadline to enter is February 12, 2021.
Prizes
The 2021 program will offer $5,000 in awards in the following categories:
Best in Show: $1500
Color:
First Place: $800
Second Place: $250
Third Place: $100
Monochrome:
First Place: $800
Second Place: $250
Third Place: $100
Photography as Sculpture
First Place: $1200
People's Choice: $500
