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Are you drawn to the haunting allure of abandoned structures? Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery invites photographers from around the globe to capture and share the narratives hidden within forgotten spaces. Whether it’s a derelict industrial site, a deserted farmhouse, or an overgrown urban relic, this exhibition aims to showcase 26 compelling images selected by esteemed juror Holly Hart. Submissions close on July 25, 2025, and those chosen will see their work framed and displayed in Tucson from September 6 to September 27, 2025, offering an unmissable platform for exposure.
This open-call exhibition embraces a single, cohesive theme—abandoned and neglected sites—encouraging participants to delve into the emotional resonance of decay and memory. Entrants can submit up to five photographs for a $40 USD fee, with every image carefully evaluated for storytelling power and technical excellence. Accepted photographers benefit from free professional printing on Epson Ultra Premium Luster paper, museum-quality white framing, and archival storage of their print for six months after the show. For more information on similar opportunities, explore other photo contests on our website.
For both emerging and seasoned photographers, inclusion in Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery means your work will be viewed by an audience eager for evocative, narrative-driven imagery. The chance to exhibit under professional conditions—complete with expert curation, high-end printing, and the potential for artwork sales at a 50% commission—makes this a significant event for anyone passionate about visual storytelling. Read on for all the details on prizes, categories, fees, and how to enter.
The Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery Prizes
Being selected for display provides invaluable opportunities and benefits:
- Exhibition of 26 selected images in Decode Gallery’s physical space from September 6 to September 27, 2025.
- Free professional printing of the accepted image on Epson Ultra Premium Luster paper (one 22” x 22” exhibition print).
- Opportunity to list the exhibition print for sale with a 50% commission to the artist and 50% to Decode Gallery.
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The Categories of the Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery
Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery does not divide submissions into separate categories. All participants must submit work that reflects the central theme of abandoned and forgotten places. There are no additional subcategories or genre-specific divisions—every image will be evaluated against the same thematic criteria.
Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery Dates and Entry Fees
| Submission Deadline | July 25, 2025 |
| Artist Notification | Two weeks after submission deadline |
| Final High-Res Image Deadline | Two days after acceptance notification |
| Exhibition Opening Reception | September 7, 2025 |
| Exhibition Run | September 6–27, 2025 |
Entry Fee: $40 USD per entry (up to 5 photographs).
How to Enter:
To enter Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery, navigate to the official submission page and complete the online entry form. Upload up to five JPEG images that meet the technical requirements specified on the site, then submit payment of the $40 USD entry fee via credit card. After submission, you will receive a confirmation email. If accepted, you must provide high-resolution files within two days of the acceptance notification for professional printing and framing.
About the Jury
The juror for Abandoned 2025 is Holly Hart, a conceptual fine art photographer and founder of Decode Gallery. Hart earned a BA in Photography from the Art Institute of Seattle in 2011 and has had her work published internationally and exhibited in galleries across the United States. Her expertise in fine art curation and her commitment to showcasing compelling visual narratives guide the selection process for this exhibition.
Why Enter Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery?
Participating in Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery offers photographers a unique platform to present their work under museum-quality conditions curated by Holly Hart. Professional printing and framing ensure your image is displayed at its best, while archival storage preserves your print for six months post-exhibition. The opportunity to engage with gallery visitors and potential buyers means your art can reach a wider audience, with any sales split evenly between artist and gallery. When compared to other best picture contest opportunities, this exhibition places special emphasis on narrative-driven imagery and the evocative power of abandoned environments, making it a standout event for practitioners of fine art and documentary photography alike.
Rules and Copyright
This section about the rules and image rights of the Abandoned 2025 by Decode Gallery has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you review the complete rules provided by the contest.
Rules
By submitting to this call for entry, participants agree to be added to Decode Gallery’s email list for future artist opportunities. All submitted images must be original work, with entrants owning full rights to their photographs. Photographers are responsible for obtaining any necessary model or property releases for images featuring recognizable individuals or private property. If selected, accepted artists must deliver high-resolution files within two days of notification to ensure timely professional printing and framing.
Copyright and Image Usage
Photographers retain all ownership rights to their images. By entering, artists grant Decode Gallery non-exclusive rights to reproduce, display, and promote the submitted images on the gallery’s website, social media channels, and in printed materials related to the exhibition. Decode Gallery will give credit to the artist wherever feasible and will not use images for purposes beyond promoting the Abandoned 2025 exhibition without the artist’s explicit permission.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website.
