About the Exhibition
As the Village of Evendale celebrates its 75th Anniversary, photographers are invited to explore the ways images connect us across generations.
Reflections Through Time seeks photographs that examine memory, history, change, identity, and the stories that shape our communities and lives. Whether personal or universal, documentary or conceptual, photographers are encouraged to consider how images help us understand where we have been and where we are going.
Reflections Through Time is part of the 2026 FotoFocus Biennial and celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the Village of Evendale.
Selected photographs will be reproduced on large-scale 4-foot by 4-foot weatherproof panels and displayed outdoors along the Village of Evendale pool fence as part of a free public exhibition viewed by thousands of visitors and passersby.
Possible interpretations include:
Reflections Through Time seeks photographs that examine memory, history, change, identity, and the stories that shape our communities and lives. Whether personal or universal, documentary or conceptual, photographers are encouraged to consider how images help us understand where we have been and where we are going.
Reflections Through Time is part of the 2026 FotoFocus Biennial and celebrates the 75th Anniversary of the Village of Evendale.
Selected photographs will be reproduced on large-scale 4-foot by 4-foot weatherproof panels and displayed outdoors along the Village of Evendale pool fence as part of a free public exhibition viewed by thousands of visitors and passersby.
Possible interpretations include:
- Memory and personal history
- Community and cultural heritage
- Transformation and change
- Family traditions and milestones
- Historic places and evolving landscapes
- Aging, growth, and resilience
- Reflections on the future
- Creative explorations of time, distance, and perspective
Approximately 90–100 photographs will be selected for exhibition.
Location
Evendale Cultural Arts Center
10428 Reading Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45241
513-563-1350
Awards
Over $1,000 in Cash Prizes
Adult Division
- Best in Show: $350 and a Solo Exhibition at ECAC
- 2nd Place: $175
- 3rd Place: $100
- Honorable Mentions: $50
Student Division (ages 18 and under)
- 1st Place: $150
- 2nd Place: $100
- 3rd Place: $50
- Honorable Mentions: $25
Awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Juror of Selection and Awards
Carolyn Teepen
Assistant Professor of Photography and Filmmaking
Thomas More University
Thomas More University
Carolyn Teepen is a Northern Kentucky-based artist and educator whose photographs and films explore historical narratives through material culture and personal memory. Her award-winning work has been exhibited regionally and internationally.
Juror Statement
"It is a photographer's hope that their image lingers with the audience. Shaped by curiosity and vision, extraordinary photographs call the audience to participate through quiet observation, compelling questions, or emotional resonance. As a photographer and juror, my aim is to find such images and allow viewers to experience the same sense of discovery and bold visual storytelling."
Eligibility
- Open to professional and amateur photographers residing within a 50-mile radius of Evendale, Ohio
- Student photographers age 18 and under may enter the Student Division
- All subject matter and photographic processes welcome
- Artwork must be suitable for public, family-friendly display
- Maximum of five photographs per artist
Entry Fee
- Non-Residents: $10 per image
- Evendale residents: Free entry
- Students 18 and under: Free entry
- Maximum of 5 photographs may be submitted.
All entry fees are non-refundable.
Artwork Requirements
- All entries must be original photographs created by the submitting artist
- Digital and film-based photography accepted
- Color, black-and-white, documentary, fine art, experimental, and alternative processes welcome
- No AI-generated imagery
- No artwork previously submitted to an Evendale Juried Photography Exhibition
- Selected work will be reproduced for outdoor display
- Images deemed inappropriate for public viewing may be disqualified
Digital Image Requirements
- Submit through ShowSubmit.com
- Images must be in JPG format
- At least 1500 pixels on the longest side
- 300 dpi resolution
- File size must not exceed 30 mb
- Images must show the artwork only (no mats, frames, or borders)
Submission Process
- Create an account at ShowSubmit.com
- Upload images and descriptions as directed
- Entries must be completed by Friday, August 14, 2026
- No changes to title, price, or information may be made after the deadline.
Notification of Acceptance
- Notifications will be emailed to artists and posted in your ShowSubmit account by Monday, August 24, 2026
- Accepted artists must provide high-resolution files suitable for large-format reproduction.
- No substitutions permitted after acceptance
- All selected work must remain on display for the duration of the exhibition
Exhibition Format
Accepted photographs will be reproduced by ECAC on weather-resistant display panels measuring approximately 4 feet by 4 feet.
Original artwork does not need to be delivered.
Original artwork does not need to be delivered.
Sales & Liability
- Artwork may be listed For Sale or Not For Sale
- ECAC does not collect commission
- Sales inquiries will be referred directly to the artist
- By submitting work, artists grant ECAC permission to reproduce accepted images for promotional and educational purposes
Agreement/Terms
- Submission constitutes acceptance of all conditions stated in this prospectus
- ECAC reserves the right to refuse any image deemed inappropriate for public display
- Selected images may be featured in publicity, social media, printed materials, and website content
Need Help?
For general questions:
Susan Gordy
Evendale Cultural Arts Center
Director
Director
513-563-1350
For technical support:
See the Support section below.
Additional Notification Information
Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on August 24, 2026.
If you do not receive your email, login and view the notification in your account. We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the status of notifications.
Image and Filename Specifications
- File Format: Submit original, high-quality JPEG image files. Other formats (e.g., PNG, TIFF) are not accepted.
- Crop Your Image: Ensure only the artwork itself is visible in the image. Do not show any visible matting, frames, or background distractions.
- Orientation: Make sure your image is oriented correctly (right side up) so that the artwork appears in its intended viewing direction.
- Image Size: You do not need to resize your image files before uploading. The system will automatically resize them. Smaller images cannot be enlarged to meet the requirements, so ensure your images are high resolution before uploading.
- File Names: You do not need to rename your files before uploading them. The system will handle any file naming requirements.
- File Size: There is a 30mb maximum file size limit. Larger image files will take longer to upload and process.
Additional Entry Information
- You will pay for your entry by credit or debit card using our secure checkout system.
- After your entry is submitted and paid for, you may log back in to review your entry, edit artist and image information, and add or substitute images up until the entry deadline (August 14, 2026.)
- Entry fees are not refundable and must be submitted and paid by the entry deadline.
- Entries cannot be accepted or changed after the deadline. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
Support
Questions about this exhibition?
Contact Susan Gordy ([email protected]) for questions about the Prospectus, ECAC, eligibility, artwork requirements, drop-off, pick-up, sales, etc.
Need help with ShowSubmit?
Visit our Help Center or Entry Guide for guidance on image uploads, payments, and managing your entry. If you still need help, email ShowSubmit Support ([email protected]). We respond Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm Eastern.