H2O Perspectives
FLASH #16
"Everything begins with an idea"
H2O Perspectives:
Exploring the Essence of Water
Call for Entry: "H2O Perspectives" - Exploring the Essence of Water This is a FREE exhibition. No entry fees and no other fees. Attention all photographers! We are excited to announce our upcoming online photography contest, "H2O Perspectives," where we invite you to capture the beauty and significance of water through your lens. Whether it's the tranquil allure of a serene lake, the rhythmic dance of ocean waves, the intricate patterns of rainfall, or the reflective qualities of water in urban landscapes, we encourage you to delve into the diverse and evocative nature of water. This is an opportunity to show the world your unique vision and interpretation of this vital element, and to engage viewers with the compelling stories and emotions that water evokes. Selected works will be featured in a prominent online exhibition, offering exposure and recognition for your talent. Submission Guidelines: - Submit your photographs depicting the theme "H2O Perspectives", formatted to at least 2000 pixels on the long side. - Name your files prior to uploading: FirstName-LastName_title - Include a brief artist statement describing your inspiration and connection to the theme. - Deadline for submissions: June 1, 2024 - Accepted entries will be announced, and the exhibit will be on line, soon after June 1. - Submit your entries using this form. We look forward to experiencing the myriad ways in which water inspires and captivates through your artistry. Join us in celebrating the multifaceted beauty of "H2O Perspectives" and the profound impact of water in our world. - Open to all photographers over 18. - The entry fee is FREE for up to five photographs. - Ensure your entries align with our exhibition's thematic essence and uphold artistic excellence. **Application Deadline:** June 1 **Notification of Acceptance:** Soon after June 1 **Exhibition Begins:** early June THIS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY ON OUR WEBSITE
Decagon Gallery
Nikos Sola
inPalestine
"Western media tells two stories of the people of Palestine, that of the aggressor or, less often, that of the victim. What neither do is introduce the character of the daily lives of the real people living within these walls.
These images seek to combat the false reality propagated by those mainstream stories. Instead, they serve to celebrate the diverse and ordinary moments of mothers and brothers, construction workers and barbers, those with special needs and their able-bodied peers. These are people who are not just enduring and reacting to a brutal occupation but also, of course, living their lives.
We cannot ignore those we have met."
- Nikos Sola
— inPalestine —
The fabric of social and racial injustice Nikos Sola saw in his upbringing introduced him to malevolent and systematic oppression. Nikos’ work as a documentary photographer and filmmaker reflects this interest in social and political constructs that confine, divide, and unite populations. He is drawn to those Western society has deemed unimportant, and his social reportage in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, and across North America pulls from this interest in human behavior.
Nikos holds a BFA in Photography from Parsons School of Design, and his most recent show features work from his time spent living in Nablus, Palestine. Additional recent reportage features populations throughout the Middle East, Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, and North America.