EXPOSURE 2021 CALL FOR EXHIBITIONS
Submit your exhibition now to be a part of the 2021 Exposure Photography Festival!
Now accepting local and international online exhibition listings!
The annual Exposure Photography Festival presents exhibitions that celebrate the medium of photography. The festival brings together a vibrant network of practicing photographers, visual artists and engaged audiences who continue to enhance the discourse in photography.
Our exhibition programme showcases the best contemporary and historic work from established, mid-career, emerging photographers and visual artists from Alberta and around the world! Last year the festival received over 850,000 visits to its exhibitions from Exposure audience members in Calgary, Canada, the US, Europe and beyond! The festival brings together people of all ages to celebrate Alberta’s rich photography scene and thriving creative communities.
Listing your exhibition with Exposure allows you — a gallery, DIY space, artist collective, an independent artist, photographer or curator — to become part of our programming. Being a part of Exposure’s programming means that we can promote your exhibition to our online audiences, and we can partner on related events.
Please note that local and international online exhibitions are welcome however your online exhibition must be hosted via your own independent website.
All images © Jeff Yee
ONLINE AUDIENCE
During Exposure 2020, our social media posts reached 37,007 people on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter throughout the month of February. During the festival period we had 12,550 online users actively engaging with our online materials, that included our website, social media, ISSU, Eventbrite and Mailchimp newsletters. Exposure added 10,376 new audience members during the 2020 festival and we continue to grow our online presence every day.
PARTNER EVENTS
Exposure is looking to actively involve its exhibition partners in a series of online events. This could be, but is not limited to, an online artist talk (pre-recorded or live), panel discussion, or a virtual exhibition tour. We encourage you to share your thoughts and ideas about new initiatives that can be hosted online. As an exhibition partner, Exposure would work with you on hosting your online initiative and share it with our audiences. Please note that it is not necessary to host an online event and an exhibition in order to submit an exhibition listing, however it is an option for those who would like to do so with the support of Exposure.
OTHER BENEFITS
Each year the Festival attracts the interest of local and international press. By listing your exhibition with Exposure, we can include you in our official press release, meaning that you may receive additional opportunities for promotions from third parties. The 2020 Festival’s external press coverage exceeded 30 stories and mentions, both online and in print, including Avenue Magazine, Calgary Guardian, Calgary Herald, Curiocity Calgary, Daily Herald, Daily Hive, Ph Museum, PhotoLife Magazine and Royal Mountain Outlook Today and more!
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Online Festival Guide Listing
Website Listing
Online Calendar Listing
Dedicated Social Media Marketing (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
Online Event Partnership (optional)
Inclusion in the Exposure Press Release and potential coverage by third party press
Listing Fee: $250 + GST
Deadline: November 30th
To help you prepare your listing information and files DOWNLOAD THE SAMPLE APPLICATION HERE .
Want to get involved with Exposure but haven’t secured a venue for your exhibition or work for your venue?
Click HERE to submit your interest and let us know how we can help match you with an exhibition partner.
ADDITIONAL FAQS
What sort of exhibitions can be listed in the Exposure Festival guide?
To be included in our listings your exhibition must take place during February, and run either part of, or all of the month. Exhibitions take place in museums, galleries, community centres, cafés, or retail shops, among other possible locations. If you are unsure whether your exhibition relates to our programme please email us and we can advise.
What information do I need to supply?
The title or name of your exhibition.
The dates your exhibition is taking place.
The opening times of your exhibition.
The location and address where your exhibition will take place.
Whether your event venue is wheelchair accessible.
Whether your exhibition is ticketed or free entry. If ticketed, please supply us with details.
A short, concise description of your exhibition (30-50 words).
Website link if necessary.
An image to promote your event.
What do I need to include in my exhibition description?
This is a short description so please only include relevant details. The description should outline the specifics of your exhibition that will capture the interest of our audiences and direct potential visitors to additional information. Access to further information can be provided by a website link, social media account name or handle, an email address or a telephone number.