Call Description

The Tolleson Art Gallery invites photographers and videographers to submit their work for Emotions in Focus, an exhibition dedicated to exploring the depth, complexity, and universality of feeling. 

From joy to grief, serenity to chaos, this exhibit will showcase the power of photography and video to capture and convey the emotional essence of life’s moments. This exhibition asks artists to translate emotions into visual form. Submissions may depict raw, candid expressions or subtle, symbolic interpretations. We welcome traditional, experimental, or digitally manipulated photography as long as the photographic medium is central to the work and the emotional narrative at the heart of the photograph. Whether the subject is human, natural, or abstract, the piece should evoke a strong emotional response in the viewer.

This show is only open to ARIZONA artists.

Accepted Mediums

Stills

Video

This show is FREE to enter and is only open to ARIZONA artists. This show is held in the TAG gallery of the City of Tolleson.

Submission Deadline: September 19, 2025
Exhibition Dates: Oct 17, 2025 to Dec 20, 2025
Location: Tolleson Art Gallery, located inside Tolleson Public Library, 9055 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ
Eligibility: Open to artists within the state of Arizona, of all backgrounds and experience levels, working in photography.

Artist Compensation

• $575 stipend will be awarded to each artist selected to exhibit and present a program (minimum 1-hour) such as a workshop, artist talk, demo, or other public engagement.
• $100 stipend will be awarded to each artist selected to exhibit (who does not present a program).

Application Requirements

Image Format:  Each artist can submit up to six (6) works.  Photos must be in a JPEG format with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI. Images should include the title of the piece in the file name. In addition, please list the title, dimensions, medium and price of your pieces on the Entry Form.

All entries must be original works created by the submitting artist.

Provide high-quality images or video links (for digital, installation, or performance works).

Include a brief artist statement (max 250 words) related to your submission and how it connects to the theme.

If you are interested in leading a program at Tolleson Art Gallery, please include program title and brief description of program.  This is required if your are interested in the higher stipend.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility: Open to artists within the state of Arizona, of all backgrounds and experience levels, working in photography and/or videography.