Ice

 | Photo Title: Zmrzlé Stromy (Frozen Trees) | Photo by Jan Bainar ©2020
Zmrzlé Stromy (Frozen Trees) | ©2020 Jan Bainar

Submission FAQ's

  • Eligibility: International
  • Deadline: 2024-11-30
  • Days Remaining:
  • Type: Online-Exhibit
  • Fee: $35 US

Facts

  • Eligibility: International
  • Opens: 2024-11-01
  • Type: Online-Exhibit
  • Fee: $35 US

Jurors


details below

Awards

  • Platinum: $1000 US
  • Gold: $500 US
  • Silver: $250 US
  • Bronze: $125 US

Call-For-Entry Details

Photography often serves as a powerful conduit for visualizing stories and emotions. From capturing intimate moments to unfolding journeys, the art form offers a unique medium to communicate one’s message. With that in mind, The Copperprint is issuing a call-for-entry for photographers on the subject of “Ice.” This online-only exhibit is an invitation to all photographers who are seeking to showcase their work on this compelling subject (Participants who receive awards for this exhibit will be displayed in our Inaugural Exhibit.

Who is Eligible

Given that ice is so multi-faceted, there are infinite possibilities when it comes to ideas, locations and compositions. As a result, the call-for-entry is open to all interpretations of the theme. Through its use of the photographic medium, this opportunity allows photographers to explore both the technical and creative aspects of their art.

What is Accepted

In the spirit of the excellence achieved in all areas of the gallery, photographers entering the call for entry must be mindful of the level of work they submit, as only top tier presentations will be issued. Applicants will be asked to provide a broad range of images that capture the artistry of ice and its many permutations, such as its texture, shape and consistency.

Photographers are invited to submit their artwork for consideration. All professionals and amateurs are welcome to take part, regardless of experience level. All media will be considered, including digital photography, traditional darkroom, mixed media, alternative processes, and all other forms of photography.

The Copperprint wants to discover and share outstanding artwork that show beautiful interpretations of the title of the exhibition. This call aims to display how ice and its related topics are expressed and are important to contemporary artistic creation.

When is The Call & Exhibit

Ice is open for submissions until Saturday, November 30, 2024 and participants should submit up to five works on their respective theme. All submissions will be reviewed by an independent panel of international photography professionals, who will carefully evaluate each individual project and subsequently shortlist one image each from 10 contestants for a online-exhibit on The Copperprint website, and will remain accessible indefinitely, starting Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Best-of-Show winners will be announced near the close of the exhibition, with the corresponding prizes listed below for the three projects including featured artist page in our esteemed artist directory.

How to Apply to This Call

Those considering participation in the call-for-entry will be hard-pressed to find an ideal habitat for their photographs better than at The Copperprint. Not only does the space provide a prestigious setting, its versatility offers prospective applicants the opportunity to employ a variety of approaches between the aesthetics and conceptual.

The Copperprint acknowledges the importance of providing an avenue for photographers to show their work to the public. This call-for-entry is a way for photographers to present their personal style on this expansive topic in a professional setting. To apply, photographers must fill out the official application on the Copperprint website. The submission period will be open until Saturday, November 30, 2024.

Online submission and fees are being handled ONLY by The Copperprint using Stripe. When the call is open, an apply button to submit your images will become available on this page. The Copperprint submission process and uploading of your images is simple and easy to use. Cost is $35 US for upto 5 images. If you wish to submit more images that are related to this call's theme, you may apply again for as many times as you like at the same fee of $35 US per 5 images. There is no limit to the number of submissions.

If you are accepted as a participant for exhibition, you will receive a 'Notification of Acceptance' email from The Copperprint with farther instructions that will include a link to a form requesting additional information; e.g. artist statement, bio, website and social account links, etc. -- this additional information will help us market & promote you and your images on our website as well as various social media accounts, collaborators, and stakeholders alike.

Final Thoughts

The Copperprint Gallery is looking forward to receiving the work that photographers create for this call for entry. With no boundaries to the photographs that can be submitted, this is a great opportunity for photographers to showcase their own vision of ice and all that it stands for.



Best of Show & Awards

Promoted Group Exhibition

All selected artworks will be paid-promoted as a group for a duration of one full month from Wednesday, January 1, 2025 to Thursday, January 30, 2025 and the online-exhibit will remain accessible indefinitely for search engine indexing and discovery to all.

Peer Juried

The Best of Show awards will be given at four levels: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Entrants accepted into this online-exhibit will have their works rated by an anonymous survey emailed out to all accepted participants by means of a star-rating system.

As an esteemed judge of this Call for Entry, you will have the exclusive honor and privilege of selecting the winners of this hosted photography event. The winning entries will be announced in a Virtual Awards Ceremony around Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Awards for this Call


  • Platinum Award
    • $1000 US
    • 1 Month Paid Promotion
    • Featured Artist Page*
    • Individual Landing Pages* for 10 Images
    • Online Group Gallery

  • Gold Award
    • $500 US
    • 3 Week Paid Promotions
    • Featured Artist Page**
    • Individual Landing Pages* for 4 Images
    • Online Group Gallery

  • Silver Award
    • $250 US
    • 2 weeks Paid Promotions
    • Featured Artist Page* w/2 additional images
    • Individual Landing Pages* for 2 Images
    • Online Group Gallery

  • Bronze Award
    • $125 US
    • 1 week Paid Promotions
    • Featured Artist Page*
    • Individual Landing Page* for the Awarded Image
    • Online Group Gallery

*Live example of a Featured Artist Page
*Live example of a Image Landing Page
- Some features may not be available at this time (i.e. limited print services)



Important Dates


  • Entry Deadline: . . Saturday, November 30, 2024
  • Notification of Acceptance: . . Sunday, December 15, 2024
  • Show Gallery Open Dates: . . Wednesday, January 1, 2025
  • Awards Reception: . . Saturday, January 25, 2025
  • Show Closes: . . Thursday, January 30, 2025

(NOTE: Dates are subject to change according to unexpected circumstances).



Guest Juror Introduction

To Be Announced


Why Exhibit at The Copperprint

The foremost benefit of using The Copperprint for exhibits is that it allows for a broad reach to potential buyers. With Copperprint’s extensive influence in the art world, exhibits hosted Online and at our brick-and-mortar gallery (currently under renovation), can be seen by collectors, interior designers, and tourists from around the world. This is especially crucial for those looking to gain exposure and make connections within their chosen field. To further ensure that potential buyers find the gallery, exhibits, and most importantly, individual advertisements for our featured artists; The Copperprint uses paid, international promotions directed at professional interior designers, collectors, and other galleries using ads in Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google, giving all potential customers a direct and accessible view of the gallerys offerings.


*The Artists' terms for submission can be read here...