Open Shutter Gallery: A Lens on Opportunity for Photographers

Preparing Your Credential Packet

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When looking to exhibit your photography work at the Open Shutter Gallery, you will need to prepare a packet that showcases your talent and professionalism. This packet must include a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae or Resume detailing your education, previous exhibitions, awards, and any pertinent photography experience. Ensure that this document is updated and formatted neatly as it presents your first impression to the gallery curator.

Visual Introduction: Your Slide Sheet

A key component required for consideration is an 8 1/2 x 11 slide sheet, which should contain at least ten slides of your best images. The slide sheet serves as a visual summary of your work and style. It's essential that each slide is clearly labeled with pertinent information such as the title of the image, dimensions, medium, and year.

Your Artistic Voice: The Photographer's Statement

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Your Photographers statement should be a compelling narrative between 350-500 words, offering insights into your creative process, inspirations, and the themes explored in your work. This statement helps the gallery understand your artistic intentions and the stories behind your photographs.

Ensuring Return of Your Submissions

Please include a SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) with your submission. Without this, the Open Shutter Gallery will not be able to return your slides. It's crucial to protect your work; hence, we will not accept or be responsible for original prints.

Framing and Selling Your Works

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Should your work be accepted and agreed upon to sell in our venue, we will require that the pictures for sale are professionally framed by the photographer. Shipping costs to and from the gallery will be equally shared, with a 50/50 split to ensure fairness for both parties. This agreement additionally extends to the splitting of any sales proceeds.

Submitting Your Materials

All materials, including your CV/resume, slide sheet, and photographer's statement, should be sent to Open Shutter Gallery's physical address. To expedite the review process, please provide us with your email address for the fastest response. Digital submissions of your work are also welcomed and can be sent to Open Shread more Gallery's provided email platform.

Combining Photography with Travel and Hospitality

Photography enthusiasts and professionals understand that capturing the perfect image often involves travel. When submitting your work to galleries like Open Shutter Gallery, the opportunity can become an exciting journey. Imagine exploring new landscapes, staying in quaint hotels that spark creativity, and attending your own exhibit in a renowned gallery. The photographic journey does not just end with the click of a shutter; it is complemented by the experience of travel, the comfort of hotels, and the spirited community eager to see the world through your lens.