What is the Open Call Exhibition Program?
The Open Call Exhibitions program embodies a broad range of lens-based practices, and brings together the photographic community with innovative presentations at galleries and alternative spaces across the Greater Toronto Area. Unlike the Core Program, which is produced in collaboration with major museums, leading galleries, and artist-run centres, the Open Call Exhibition program is artist-organized and produced.
Visit our archive for past examples of Open Call Exhibitions.
Who can participate?
Emerging and experienced photographers at any career or hobby level are encouraged to register.
If you register your fully organized exhibition by the deadline, you will be part of the Festival.
What are the benefits of registration?
Your exhibition will be listed and promoted via CONTACT's website, and any printed matter.
You will also receive a window decal for your venue to let visitors know it is part of the festival.
What is the deadline?
Register by January 15, 2024
What is the cost of registration?
Registration is Free!
Will CONTACT facilitate or produce my exhibition?
No, artists and organizers are responsible for all aspects of the exhibition’s production and presentation.
Where can I hold my exhibition?
Any venue accessible to the public in the Greater Toronto Area, including outdoor spaces and storefront windows, is eligible as an Open Call Exhibition.
Artist and organizers must secure a venue in which to hold the exhibition and are responsible for all aspects of production.
What do I need to register?
Before you register, you must secure a venue in which to hold the exhibition
After you create a profile, you will need the following information to complete the registration:
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Venue Details
- Name and Address
- Contact information (phone, email, website)
- Accessibility information
- Hours of operation
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Exhibition Details
- Title
- Exhibition text (100 words)
- Artist name(s)
- Exhibition dates + opening reception details, if applicable
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Images
- Up to three images
- JPEG or PNG only
- Recommended Image Size: up to 3000px on the long side.
- caption information in the format “Artist Name, Title, Year”
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