Capture 2027 Selected Exhibitions Open Call

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2027 Selected Exhibitions Program Open Call
Applications to Capture Photography Festival’s 2027 Selected Exhibitions Program are open from September 8, 2026 until October 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST for exhibitions presented in galleries and informal spaces during April 2027.
Capture’s vision is to connect Vancouver to the world through lens-based art and act as a platform to expand visual literacy. Through this platform, we strive to give voice to traditionally underrepresented communities, and to present compelling, urgent lens-based art. 
Projects will be evaluated by a jury of arts professionals who are looking for applications that present primarily lens-based work demonstrating artistic excellence across a diverse range of subject matter.The 2027 jury consists of: 
Dr. Curtis Collins, Executive Director, Audain Art MuseumMichelle Sound, ArtistGaëtane Verna, Curator and Arts AdministratorEmmy Lee Wall, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Capture Photography Festival 
The submission fee is $20, which includes a 2027/2028 Capture Photography Festival Society membership and helps cover the costs of the submission platform. Please contact info@capturephotofest.com for a waiver if this fee presents a barrier, or if you are already an active member.
Please review the FAQ page before submitting to become familiar with the program requirements.
Should your submission be accepted into the Festival, the information you provide here will be used to create the catalogue and website content for your exhibition. You will have a chance to update this information, and it is subject to editing for length and clarity.
Please note this submission form does not apply to the Event Program. The Events Program will open in January 2027 – please check our website and follow us on Instagram (@capturephotofest) for updates.
User Entry Process Tutorial
If you are a first time ARTCALL user or need a refresher, watch this helpful tutorial for assistance with the submission process.