Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
Contrive is a national juried photography exhibition in Norfolk, Virginia, accepting manipulated and reimagined work from U.S. artists 18 and older. The $30 entry fee applies to original photographs created within the last eight years. The deadline is September 20, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 20, 2026
“Call open August 21 - September 20, 2026. Jury September 21-27, 2026. Notifications by 5pm September 28, 2026. Accepted works must arrive by 5pm October 24, 2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $30 to apply
“$30 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. not stated
“Best in Show award: $300. Gallery commission 60/40 (60% artist, 40% gallery) on sales. Works can be marked NFS.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. October 31 - December 5, 2026
Who can apply. Artists 18 or older residing in the United States. Work must be original, created without instructor/kit aid, produced within the last eight years, and appropriate for all viewers.
How they choose. Juried
“Juried by d'Art Center Gallery Director Amanda Bradley and a panel of d'Art Center professional artists and staff members. Competitive selection for approximately 25 works.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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