Under Sail​:​ ​Experiences, People, and Destinations​​​ Call for Entries: - A Juried International Photography Exhibition

“Under Sail” is a juried international call for a photography exhibition to showcase the best photographic images available of the sailing experience, its people, and its destinations. 

Whether seen from sea, land, or air, sailing vessels have ​had a timeless attraction for many.​ For centuries, sailing has harnessed the power of the wind to propel us across water, ice, or land. Sailing, its activities, and its destinations have attracted the artistic efforts of many creative spirits.

Even if you ​have ​never sail​ed ​yourself, ​your​ ​view of boats under sail, or experience of being a passenger on a sailboat, has likely been enjoyable and memorable. For those who have found sailing a pastime, sport or passion, the wind and spray of water, and the boat rocking beneath you can be a calming, energizing, and challenging experience. For many, the people and destinations involved in sailing offer an opportunity to gain a new perspective, learn a skill, or experience a destination in a unique way.

​In whatever way sailing has ​touched your life, captured your attention, or intrigued you, show us how you have expressed that in your photography.

Jurors: Paul M Murray and Daniel Forster 

Paul M Murray is an internationally recognized color photographer and skilled journalistic writer. His expression in images, words and design reflect a blend of his lifelong interests in art, nature, technology, aviation, urban life, and societal change. His approach to photography and life is to remain open, trust his instincts and discard labels that are divisive. He uses technology to increase his creative options and productivity but not to replace his vision and responsibility. His artistic skills have been recognized at the highest levels of achievement at the Salmagundi Club of New York, Copley Society of Art, Providence Art Club, Art League Rhode Island, Mystic Museum of Art, Wickford Art Association, Plymouth Center for the Arts, and Cape Cod Art Center. Paul’s solo exhibition at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts, “Riding the Wind” runs through June 10th and is available online at https://www.riphotocenter.org/riding-the-wind-paul-m-murray

Daniel Forster is a Swiss born photographer, who has made a career of photographing sailing competitions around the world.  He has covered thirteen America’s Cups and twelve Olympic Games along with doing the Uruguay to England leg of the Whitbread Round the World Race on board the UBS Switzerland as a crew member and photographer in 1986. Along with his many other assignments Daniel currently is one of the official photographers in charge of the Rolex Yachting events, covering regattas around the world. Daniel’s curated exhibition at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts runs through June 10th and is available online at https://www.riphotocenter.org/voyages-and-victories-an-invitational

The RI Center for Photographic Arts, RICPA 118 N. Main St. Providence, RI 02903

Located in the heart of Providence, RICPA was founded to inspire creative development and provide opportunities to engage with the community through exhibitions, education, publication and mutual support. 

RICPA exists to create a diverse and supportive community for individuals interested in learning or working in the Photographic Arts. We strive to provide an environment conducive to the free exchange of ideas in an open and cooperative space. Members should share a passion for creating, appreciating, or learning about all forms of photo-based media. We work to provide a platform for artistic expression, that fosters dialogue and drives innovation in the photographic arts.

The Gallery at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts is a member of Gallery Night Providence https://www.gallerynight.org/

Awards: 
First Place: $150 
Second Place: $100
Third Place: $50

The Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts, 118 N. Main St. Providence, RI

Application Requirements

Photographs - Minimum: 1, Maximum: 20
Entry Fee (Under Sail Call Entry Fee): $15.00
Media Fee (per sample over minimum):$10.00

IMPORTANT DATES
Exhibition: Thursday, October 20th - Friday, November 11th, 2022
Registration Deadline:  September 18th
Delivery of Accepted Work: On or before October 15th
Reception and Awards: October 20th, 2022 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility: Artists of all levels who are at least 18 years or older are invited to enter.

Artwork: Open to all forms of photographic image-making in any process or technology, current or historical. Work must be your original creation. All work must be exhibition ready, no saw-tooth hangers please. Work that does not follow the guidelines, or is deemed not to be a faithful representation of the image submitted, will not be exhibited.

Entry Fee: $15 for the first image and $10 for each subsequent image. Current RICPA Members receive a 20% discount on the entry fee. The discount code is posted in the Call Listing on our website at https://www.riphotocenter.org. You must be login to our website for the code to be visible. All CAFE fees are non-refundable and must be paid by credit/debit card.  Payment of those fees indicates the acknowledgement of the terms and conditions of the exhibition.  Juror’s decisions are final. 

Want to become a RICPA Member? Membership brings many benefits and discounts, for more information and to find the membership level that fits you, visit our website at https://www.riphotocenter.org/membership-info/ You may become a member at entry, member benefits begin immediately and runs 365 days from your start date.  

Size Limit: Maximum size 48” including the frame. Artists may have multiple pieces (diptych, triptych etc.) to make up one work.  

In-Person Delivery of Accepted Work: In-person deliveries will be accepted August 13th, noon till 5:30pm or by appointment. The RICPA Gallery is located on the 2nd Floor at 118 North Main Street Providence, RI 

Shipment of Accepted Work:  Shipped deliveries should be scheduled to arrive by August 13th. Shipped work must be accompanied by a prepaid, return label. Please make sure that you label your work on the back with your name or name on the shipping label if different. 

Print Service: Save on shipping fees and take advantage of our professional print service complete with frame rental for the duration of the exhibition. Email gallery@riphotocenter.org for more information, available for accepted entries starting at for $40 prints framed up to 16” x 20”

Return of Work: For artists who delivered their art in-person pickup will be on September 10th Shipped art will be returned in the packaging in which it was sent using the provided prepaid return shipping label. The artist is solely responsible for any charges that may arise from inadequate packaging, or redirected shipments.

Sales & Commissions: The Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts retains a 40% commission on works sold, 20% for Supporting and Exhibiting members.

Liability - Legal Agreement & Participant’s Waiver:  Submission of work automatically waives any claim for damage or loss against RI Center for Photographic Arts, including the officers, members, and employees. RICPA will exercise all reasonable care in handling entries, but will not assume any liability for loss or damage while in RICPA’s possession or in transit. Work should be independently insured by the artist.

Usage Rights: The artist retains all copyright to the images submitted. By submitting images you are giving RICPA the right to use the images for the purpose of marketing the exhibition and for reproduction online. Artists grant the use of their image(s) as stated without further contact or compensation from RICPA. Artist’s recognition is provided with any use. Submitting artists will be added to RICPA’s email subscriber list. They may opt out using a link on each email at any time. RICPA reserves the right to adjust any deadline(s) as the result of causes beyond its immediate control.  Payment of the submission fee indicates acknowledgement of all terms and conditions.

Questions: Contact gallery@riphotocenter.org  To learn about other RICPA exhibits and programs, visit https://www.riphotocenter.org/.