"Sanctuary" International Photography Exhibition by Decagon Gallery - Call for Entries

• Decagon Gallery

• Deadline: November 30th, 2025

• Theme: Sanctuary (Spaces of refuge, renewal)

• Prize: $1,000 + Online Solo Exhibition

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

The gallery is pleased to announce an open call for entries to Sanctuary, an international online exhibition inviting photographers to reflect on the theme of refuge and renewal. We welcome submissions from artists around the world whose work explores the spaces, places, and moments that embody sanctuary in its many forms.

The concept of sanctuary can be interpreted broadly and personally. It may refer to the tranquility of a private domestic space, the reverence found within a place of worship, or the restorative power of untouched landscapes. Equally, sanctuary may emerge through the intimacy of human connection or the cultivation of an inner calm that transcends external circumstances. Through this exhibition, we aim to present a diverse and thought-provoking collection of images that examine how sanctuary is sought, discovered, and cherished across different contexts.

Awards & Promotion:

• The First Place winner will be awarded a complimentary Solo Exhibition in the gallery’s Featured section, providing a platform to showcase a broader body of work.

• All entrants will receive digital participation badges, while Certificates of Recognition will be awarded to the First, Second, and Third Place winners, as well as two Honorable Mentions.

• The exhibition will be widely promoted across social media channels, through targeted email outreach, and on affiliated online platforms, ensuring visibility for the participating artists and their works.