Call For Entries

The Shape of a Moment


The selections of The Shape of a Moment have been announced.
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Thank you to everyone who shared their vision with us.


The Shape of a Moment

An Instant. A Revelation. An Image.


There are moments that pass like a breath, yet leave an indelible mark. This call invites you to capture the mystery of the fleeting: those subtle intersections of light, emotion, and time that, for a second, reveal something essential.

The Shape of a Moment celebrates photography’s ability to hold what slips away — to give form to the intangible. Because sometimes, a single instant is enough to tell an entire story.


Enter a space with international reach where your perspective finds its place. Bring your work into a context where photography is valued and exhibited.

Awards

Group Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina

  • Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
  • Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
  • Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
  • Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.
  • Juror's Selections (37): Digitally displayed works recognized for their artistic merit.
  • Special Recognitions received by photographers from the Province of Córdoba: Digitally displayed works, as part of our commitment to promoting local talent.


Group Exhibition in Exposure Los Angeles (Temporary Exhibition Space), California, United States

  • Gold Award (1): Highest honor for excellence in photography.
  • Silver Award (1): Recognition of exceptional artistic quality.
  • Bronze Award (1): Celebration of outstanding creativity and talent.
  • Honorable Mentions (10): Printed works showcased in the physical exhibition.


Solo Exhibition in Exposure Photo Gallery, Río Tercero, Argentina

  • Grand Prize (1): In addition to the group exhibition, the Gold Award winner will be granted a solo show at the gallery, with the exhibition date to be coordinated directly with the artist.


Cash Prize

  • US Dollars 500: Awarded to the Gold Award winner.


Official Exhibition Book

  • Print-on-Demand Publication: Featuring the selected and winning works of the call.


Online Gallery

  • Special Recognition: Placed approximately in the top 7.5% of the competition, these works were selected for achieving an exceptional level across all curatorial criteria.They are part of the online gallery and clearly and solidly represent the artistic excellence of this edition.This distinction includes a downloadable digital certificate.


Additional Benefits

  • Promotion through our institutional channels and international mailing list.


Diplomas

  • All awarded artists receive an official digital diploma corresponding to their award category.

All awards are presented as digital certificates.

Juror

Gary Hershorn: Editor at Reuters for 29 years · 17 Olympic Games

Gary Hershorn is a legendary photographer and editor with four decades of experience. He spent 29 years at Reuters, covering 17 Olympic Games and historic global events. A Getty Images contributor and author of New York Celestial, his work blends journalistic rigor with a deeply global perspective. (Learn More)


The sun rises behind the Statue of Liberty in New York City. © Gary Hershorn.
The sun rises behind the Statue of Liberty in New York City. © Gary Hershorn.

Entries Deadline:

June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time (Los Angeles, CA).

Timeline

  • Entries Deadline: June 30, 2026
  • Winners Announcement: August 3, 2026
  • Hi-Res Files Due: August 10, 2026
  • Exhibition Opening: September 19, 2026

How to Participate

  • Number of Submissions: Participants may submit as many photos as they wish.
  • Image Size: 2000 pixels on the longest side.
  • Format: JPG
  • Curatorial Assessment:

    • Signature Portfolio (12 Images): US$ 20
    • Essential Portfolio (6 Images): US$ 15
    • Visual Statement (3 Images): US$ 10
    • Single Vision (1 Image): US$ 5

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