For Immediate Release

 

Decagon Gallery Announces Winners of “Patterns in the Wild” Exhibition

 

Brooklyn, NY — September 6, 2025 — Decagon Gallery proudly presents the results of Patterns in the Wild, an online exhibition showcasing the mesmerizing designs and visual rhythms found in both natural and urban environments. The exhibition is now live and can be explored at https://www.decagongallery.com/patterns-in-the-wild

 

A Note from the Juror — Wendi Schneider

 

 “My curation was guided by a central principle: a successful image transcends its subject. While each photograph contained a pattern, I was most captivated by those that used composition to masterfully capture and interpret it. … Ultimately, I was drawn to the photographs that celebrated not just the pattern itself, but the intentional arrangement and visual complexity behind it.”

 

Award Winners:

 

First Place

Karen Safer (Playa del Rey, CA) — *LaRochelle Patterns*

  Awarded a $500 cash prize and a solo exhibition feature.

 

Second Place

Roger Archibald (Quincy, MA) — *Crop Circles*

  Recipient of a $300 cash prize.

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Third Place

Rainer Mueller Hilmer (Puerto del Rosario, Spain) — *Nature Design*

  Awarded $200 in prize money.

 

Special Recognitions:

 

Director’s Choice

Matt Lancaster (Boulder, CO) — *Dream Rhythm 1*

  Selected by Decagon’s director for its evocative exploration of patterns in nature and emotional resonance.

 

 

Honorable Mentions

 Two additional photographers whose work stood out for its creativity and execution:

Mary Hogan (Falls Mills, VA) — *Frosted*

Hao-Long Hsu (Tainan, Taiwan) — *Pure Art On The Wall*

 

 

About “Patterns in the Wild” & Decagon Gallery

 

Patterns in the Wild explores visual echoes—from the fractal symmetry of foliage to abstract geometries in the landscape—that invite the viewer to look deeper into the world around us. Decagon Gallery’s online exhibition is a curated showcase where photographers worldwide interpret and elevate everyday patterns into call-to-contemplation art.

 

Media & Visitor Information

Explore the Exhibition: Visit https://www.decagongallery.com/patterns-in-the-wild to view all selected works.

 

Press Contact:

Decagon Gallery

Email: (mailto:info@decagongallery.com)

 

About Decagon Gallery:

An innovative online platform based in Brooklyn, NY, Decagon Gallery champions contemporary photography through curated exhibitions, rotating themes, and inclusive calls for entries that support and publish artists worldwide.