Exhibit Opens 8/16/11 Artists' Reception on 8/19/11 5-7PM
Juror: Douglas Beasley
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| A road trip is synonymous with nostalgia; they are opportunities for memorable moments of exploration and experience. The best road trips are the ones that offer us indelible experiences - experiences touching the things and people that we barely get to know and may never see again, but which leave lifelong impressions. Where
have you been? What and whom did you see? How did you see them?
Whether it was from a convertible or a bicycle, on trailer or train,
boat, parachute or via your own two feet, you’ve captured the essence of
the freedoms and inspirations we feel being ‘on the road’. Show us
the photographic moments you’ve captured that will inspire our next
trip. |
Juror: Douglas Beasley
Our Juror for “Road Trip” is Douglas Beasley, Photographer and Educator. He has taught at the University of Hawaii, Carleton College, University of Minnesota, and the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. As Founder and Director of Vision Quest Photo Workshops (www.vqphoto.com), Doug is offering his insights, emphasizing personal expression and creative vision, from New Mexico to Peru, China to Africa.
Doug photographs a variety of fine-art based commercial and editorial assignments internationally – check out his client list at douglasbeasley.com. He is represented by galleries from Hollywood to Italy, and is the recipient of numerous fellowships, grants, and awards. His first book, “Japan; A Nisei’s First Encounter,” shows us his journey to his mother’s homeland. His second book "Earth Meets Spirit" will be out in the Fall of 2011 (Five Continents Editions, Milan, Italy).
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Exhibit Calendar (subject to change) |
All selected entries are included in a full color exhibit catalog. Juror's Choice receives a 20x35" vinyl exhibit banner featuring their image. We offer free matting and framing of accepted entries for the duration of each of our exhibition, subject to standard sizes. Photographers set their own prices if they wish to sell their work and retain all rights to their photographs. | |
| Submissions Close | 7/19/11 Midnight EST | ||
| Selections Announced |
by 7/26/11 |
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| Check-in Due |
8/9/11 |
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| Receipt Deadline |
8/13/11 |
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| Exhibit Opens |
8/16/11 |
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| Artists Reception |
8/19/11 |
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| Exhibit Closes |
9/9/11 |
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The Road Trip is the most classic of photo themes and one that got many of us started down the path of making photography a serious part of our lives. The very thought of imparting on a road trip is the start of the journey, which is both internal as well as external. A road trip can be as much spiritual journey as it is physical journey. In judging photos, I am looking for photos that speak to me, that have something to say. This is completely subjective and it is important to realize it is only my opinion and not fact. It does not mean one photo is better than another. But it is an informed and educated opinion. Yet still opinion, not fact. I do try and recognize excellence in styles that are not my own or even in styles I am not fond of. It is important to try and take in the breadth of photographic artistry rather then just those images I personally relate to. After the initial emotional impact some of the things I take into consideration are: Technical proficiency, matting and framing, is the print size optimum for the image, print quality and if the image suffers from excessive or crude digital manipulation. I look for photographs that have a sense of mystery, a deeper meaning or even layers of meaning. The composition must be strong and purposeful, not haphazard. The photographer should have an awareness of the whole frame not just subject and background. The intention or ‘voice’ of the photographer should come through. I look for a strong and personal point of view rather than a ‘me too-I can shoot like that’ visual attitude. I want to feel the photographer had a personal connection on some level to their chosen subject rather than finding a random pretty or interesting scene. I would rather see photos with a fresh perspective or an authentic voice than the same tired subjects redone. I would rather the photographer look deeper within his or her self and photograph from an authentic place of connection to the subject rather than copying past photo contest winners-which is a little like coloring inside the lines when you were a kid because you knew you might get praise. I would rather see a photograph that erases the lines altogether. A compelling image may ask more questions than it answers. A good photo leaves room for mystery and interpretation and is more like a poem than a novel. The novel tells you everything in exacting detail but the poem hints at the story in the simplest possible way, removing all that is not essential to get to an essence, leaving room for mystery and interpretation. To me the best photographs show not only what the photographer saw but what and how they felt. This way of interpreting your subject is much harder to do but well worth exploring… Douglas Beasley | |||
| JoyOfTheOpenRoad Juror's Choice  Edward Lilley Bradford, VT USA | To The Stars People's Choice  Hugh Jones Arlington, VA USA | Untitled (Bus Culture of Central America series) Alexander Diaz St. Augustine, FL USA |
Peruvian Highway Amarildo Correa Sao Caetano do Sul, Sao Paulo Brazil | African Ambulance Ann George Shreveport, LA USA | Greta Goes Home Ann George Shreveport, LA USA |
Tanzenia Tail Dragger Ann George Shreveport, LA USA | Thanks for Letting Me Know April Rocha Santa Monica, ca USA | Abandoned Six Flags April Rocha Santa Monica, ca USA |
Road to Where? April Rocha Santa Monica, ca USA | Leaving April Rocha Santa Monica, ca USA | "Right of Way" Carol Serur San Marcos, TX USA |
"Welcome to Hochheim" Carol Serur San Marcos, TX USA | "Ferris Wheel" Carol Serur San Marcos, TX USA | Desserts Erica Brown Burlington, VT USA |
Hotel Room, White River Junction Erica Brown Burlington, VT USA | Lamplighter Inn Erica Brown Burlington, VT USA | Vermont Windshield Sunset Erica Brown Burlington, VT USA |
Blurred Drive Gary Tobler Colchester, VT USA | Lost Road Gary Tobler Colchester, VT USA | Speed Gary Tobler Colchester, VT USA |
Walkway to Beach Gary Tobler Colchester, VT USA | Ring of Kerry - Ireland Harry Sandler Mount Vernon, NY USA | Colosseum, Rome Hugh Jones Arlington, VA USA |
Reflecting Pool, Washington, DC Hugh Jones Arlington, VA USA | Miami Beach Hugh Jones Arlington, VA USA | Guilin, China Hugh Jones Arlington, VA USA |
Pemaquid Point Light at Night Jeffrey Smith Furlong, PA USA | Morning Fog, Keoladeo, India Jon Hyde and Kimberly Sultze Colchester, VT USA | Destination Arctic Circle, Alaska Jon Hyde and Kimberly Sultze Colchester, VT USA |
Girl And Her Kick Ass Car Joni Kabana Portland, OR USA | Cafe Kate Weybret Los Angeles, CA USA | Along US 50 in Nevada. Ken Signorello Essex, VT USA |
At the Hana Cross Kim Gifford Bethel, VT USA | Girl in a Green Dress Kim Gifford Bethel, VT USA | Sunset Tucumcari Linda Morrow Long Beach, CA USA |
Cars do not live here Maurizio Lanciotti Parma, Parma Italy | No Traffic Maurizio Lanciotti Parma, Parma Italy | Motel, Nevada, no. 2 Ricardo Febre McKinleyville, CA USA |
Motel, Kentucky Ricardo Febre McKinleyville, CA USA | Motel, California Ricardo Febre McKinleyville, CA USA | Restaurant Samantha VanDeman Villa Park, IL USA |
Citgo Samantha VanDeman Villa Park, IL USA | Abandoned Gas Station Samantha VanDeman Villa Park, IL USA | Road Trip to Immesity II Sansert Choabert Buenos Aires, Argentina |
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