Crooked Tree Arts Center in Petoskey, Michigan, is now accepting submissions for the exhibition Lost and Found: Juried Photography Exhibition.

Great Lakes Artists are invited to submit original works of art for the juried exhibition: Lost and Found: Juried Photography Exhibition.

Crooked Tree Arts Center is seeking photographic works that reflect the theme: “Lost and Found.” Selected artworks may relate to this theme broadly and in many ways. Possible approaches include artworks documenting found objects or places, recovering lost narratives, or new revelations and discoveries. Alternative, creative, and experimental approaches to the theme are welcome.

This opportunity is open to still photographic and photography-related works; Mixed media works are eligible but we can not accommodate video works for this exhibition. Work must be original and must have been completed in the past five years.

This opportunity is open to US artists 18 and older.

$1000 in prizes will be awarded.

Applicant Calendar:

• The exhibition will be on display in CTAC-TC’s Carnegie Galleries September 15 to October 28, 2023
• Submit entries online: July 7 - August 4, 2023
  Notification will be sent by Friday, August 11, 2023.
• The artist is responsible for transporting work to and from Crooked Tree Arts Center (Traverse City), either through shipping or in-person drop-off and pick-up.
• Work must be delivered to Crooked Tree Arts Center (Traverse City) between September 4 - 9, 2023, during posted CTAC gallery hours.
• If shipping artwork, the artwork must arrive with a return shipping label.
• Unsold artwork must be picked up during gallery hours on October 31 - November 4, 2023, or by appointment.
• Works delivered with return shipping arrangements will be sent by November 4, 2023.

​Eligibility
This opportunity is open to United States residents 18 years and older, who reside in the Great Lakes region. Works must be original works of art. Photography and photography-related media are eligible; video is not eligible.

Awards
$1000 in prizes will be awarded. Three cash prizes will be awarded: First Place $500, Second Place $300, Third Place $200.

Application Requirements

Image File Size and Format Guidelines:
Must meet CaFE image format requirements.

Terms and Conditions

• The call is open to U.S. residents residing in Michigan, 18 years and older.
• Submissions must be original works created by the artist submitting the work.
• Artists may submit up to five entries.
• Works must not have been previously exhibited at Crooked Tree Arts Center-Traverse City.
• Accepted two-dimensional canvas artwork or works on paper must be framed and wired for hanging.
• Crooked Tree Arts Center galleries are sales galleries, and works can be for sale. Sales price is set by the artist. Crooked Tree Arts Center will retain a 40% commission on all sales. Works do not have to be for sale.
• A non-refundable fee of $35.00 per artist is required for entry (CTAC members $20.00, Guild Members may enter for free). If you are a current Artist Guild Member of Crooked Tree Arts Center, you will receive an email with your code. All other CTAC members, please use the coupon code MEMBER to receive the member discount. Should you have questions about your membership status or are interested in becoming a member,  please call CTAC at (231) 347-4337.
  Accepted work may NOT be removed until after the close of the show.
• Work not picked up by specified pick-up dates becomes property of Crooked Tree Arts Center unless prior arrangement has been made with Crooked Tree Arts Center staff. The artist forfeits any claim to the work and Crooked Tree Arts Center cannot be held responsible for any method of disposal arising from forfeiture.
• By submitting work to this exhibition opportunity, the artist agrees to all terms and conditions described in the exhibition prospectus.

Submission Procedure:

• Submit up to five works.
• Entries must be submitted online via CaFÉ, and file formats must meet CaFÉ specifications. Complete the required entry forms, including medium/process, title, size, and retail price of the work, as well as a statement describing how the piece fits the theme.
• Accepted works can be shipped or hand delivered. All included works must be clearly labeled with the artist's name, artwork title, and medium; the label should be secured to the back of the work. ​
• Please make sure that your email address in the application form is accurate, as all exhibit communication will be delivered via email.
   

Eligibility Criteria

​Eligibility
This opportunity is open to United States residents 18 years and older, who reside in the Great Lakes region. Works must be original works of art. Photography and photography-related media are eligible; video is not eligible.