Dusk Photo Gallery - "Human" Photography Exhibition Open Call

• Dusk Photo Gallery

• Deadline: October 22nd, 2026

• Theme: Human

• Prize: Exhibition in Santa Fe (USA) + Sales

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

What makes us human? Is it found in a fleeting glance, an unexpected smile, a moment of vulnerability, or the quiet strength we carry through our daily lives? This photographic open call invites artists to explore these questions through images that capture the complexity, beauty, and contradictions of human existence. We are looking for photographs that reveal more than what is immediately visible, offering glimpses into the emotions, relationships, and experiences that connect us.

The exhibition welcomes both portraits and candid photographs, embracing every approach that communicates an authentic human experience. Images may capture moments of intimacy, solitude, joy, exhaustion, vulnerability, or resilience. From the subtle language of facial expressions to the unspoken connections between people, we are interested in photographs that tell stories without necessarily revealing every detail. The most ordinary situations can hold extraordinary meaning when seen through a thoughtful photographic perspective.

Photographers are encouraged to turn their cameras toward the people and moments that surround them. These might include loved ones, familiar faces, strangers encountered in public spaces, or self-portraits that explore personal identity. Whether documenting everyday interactions or creating carefully constructed portraits, submissions should offer an honest and distinctive interpretation of what it means to be alive, to feel, and to connect with others.