"Shadow and Light" Photo Contest by Black Box Gallery

• Black Box Gallery

• Deadline: February 7th, 2025

• Prize: Exhibition in Portland + Sales

• Category: Shadow and Light

• Entry Fees: Yes

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Black Box Gallery is thrilled to present a juried group exhibition focusing on the interplay of shadow and light in photography. This art form uniquely captures patterns of darkness and illumination, using shadows to create depth, define subjects, and complement light values. Photographers have long employed shadows to craft dramatic black-and-white compositions and explore moody, ethereal textures in color photography. The exhibition seeks a diverse range of contemporary interpretations of shadow and light.

Juror: Todd Johnson

Todd Johnson, the founder and director of Black Box Gallery, holds an MFA in Photography from the San Francisco Art Institute. With 25 years of experience in arts education and administration, Todd has served as a photography portfolio reviewer for Photolucida, Critical Mass, Dodho Magazine, and Blue Sky Gallery. He has curated exhibitions for venues such as Linfield College, Gallery Homeland, and The Waiting Room Gallery, among others.

As a photographer, Todd has exhibited his work across Portland, OR, at institutions including The University of Oregon, Marylhurst University, and Reed College. His national exhibitions include appearances at Bushwick Open Studios, Carroll Square Gallery, and The Diego Rivera Gallery, showcasing his extensive contribution to the field.