"Black and White" International Photography Exhibition by Decagon Gallery

• Decagon Gallery

• Deadline: December 31st, 2025

• Theme: B&W (Light, Shadow, Tone and Texture)

• Prize: $1,000 Prize Pool + Online Exhibition

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

Black and white photography strips away the surface to reveal the essence of visual storytelling. Without color, an image is distilled into its foundational components—light and shadow defining structure, lines and shapes creating rhythm, tonal ranges shaping mood, and textures evoking sensation. This absence of color does not diminish an image; rather, it challenges us to see differently, to uncover emotion and meaning within the play of contrasts and the balance of composition.

The expressive possibilities of monochrome are vast. A black and white photograph can be bold, with stark contrasts that heighten drama and intensity. It can also be gentle, nuanced, and lyrical, capturing subtleties that suggest memory, atmosphere, or poetry. At every turn, these works remind us that simplicity itself can reveal extraordinary depth, offering a timeless perspective on both the world and the medium of photography.

For this exhibition, we welcome submissions in all approaches to black and white practice. Traditional darkroom prints rooted in the history of the medium are celebrated alongside digital works that reflect the tools of today. Alternative processes, toning techniques, and innovative or experimental interpretations are equally embraced. The subject matter is intentionally broad—spanning landscapes, portraits, abstractions, and documentary projects. What binds them together is a shared commitment to the monochrome vision, where each image speaks not through color, but through the enduring power of form and light.