Decagon Gallery
"A thimbleful of red is redder than a bucketful" - Henri Matisse
Red
Presence, Pulse, Meaning
Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026
Online Exhibition: March 20 – May 20, 2026
Juror: John Manno, Director & Curator
Location: Decagon Gallery — Online | Global Audience
CALL FOR ENTRY — RED: Presence, Pulse, Meaning
Why Red Matters
Red is more than a color. It is a visual heartbeat: the echo of memory, the weight of emotion, the trace of presence that refuses simplicity. It can scream or whisper. It can be restraint as much as intensity. In this exhibition, we’re not looking for spectacle—we want images where red emerges as something lived, felt, and personal.
Whether it appears boldly in the frame or subtly in the margins of your vision, your interpretation of red should feel inseparable from your way of seeing the world. We invite work that reveals how this potent hue functions not as symbol, but as experience.
Who Should Submit
Photographers worldwide over 18 years old who:
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Seek depth and intentionality in theme
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Create work rooted in observation, emotion, or lived experience
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Work across genres — from fine art and documentary to experimental forms
(Only color photography accepted for this exhibition.)
A Personal Invitation
If red has ever shifted how you see a place, a person, a moment, or a feeling — if it has stayed with you — then we want your voice in this conversation. This is not a contest of clichés. It is a global exchange of perspectives shaped by seeing and feeling.
Share the work that only you can make.
Submission Details
Entry Fees & Options
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One image: $5
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2–4 images: $25
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Additional images (after 4): $4 each
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Bonus: Submit 8 and receive 2 extra entries free (up to 10 total).
How to Prepare Your Files
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JPEG or JPG only
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Minimum 2100 px on the longest side
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Max file size: 4 MB
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Name each file: FirstName
What You’ll Receive
Professional Curatorial Engagement
Every selected image will receive thoughtful curatorial notes that speak to your vision and approach — a rare opportunity for meaningful feedback.
Global Visibility & Promotion
Selected work will be featured in our online exhibition, exhibition catalog (print + digital), and showcased via Decagon’s newsletters, press channels, and social platforms — reaching audiences across continents.
Cash Awards & Solo Spotlight
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First Place: $500 plus a solo online exhibition
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Second Place: $300
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Third Place: $200
Additional juror awards and honorable mentions also receive free catalog inclusion. -
No Shipping • No Borders
This fully online exhibition eliminates logistical barriers for international artists.
Key Dates
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Deadline: February 28
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Notification of Acceptance: March 20
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Exhibition Launch: March 20 — May 20
