OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES
INTERNATIONAL GROUP EXHIBITION

Abstract Visions

Online entries accepted through 1st March 2026
Print Exhibition 13th March – 4th April 2026

Early registration 25% discount ends 18 January

Here is your chance to exhibit your photography in our fine art gallery in Royal Leamington Spa, England. Selected images will be displayed in a print exhibition at Gallery Photiq.

For the next group exhibition we want to see your visions for abstraction.

The goal of abstraction in photography is to reduce the subject matter to its essential nature, so the viewer experiences an emotional or intellectual response purely based on the aesthetic elements. This is accomplished by removing context—eliminating visual clues in the composition that would provide more detailed information about the scene or subject matter.

There are varying degrees of abstraction in photography. If a viewer can't identify the original subject matter that was photographed, we might consider that 'completely abstract'. But this isn't a technical criteria, and is not required in this exhibition. We are happy to see photos presenting degrees of abstraction. (So even if the subject matter is recognisable, that's OK.)

As with all our exhibitions, we really want to see captivating photos that convey your clearest personal expressions.

Your photos can be of any subject and may be colour, black-and-white… or anything in-between. The photos could have been taken anywhere in the world, at any time. You can enter pictures taken with any kind of camera, including smartphones and other mobile devices. (Photos shot on film will need to be scanned and uploaded as digital images.) No prints, slides or other physical media are accepted for entry.

Be sure to carefully read the instructions regarding digital image resolutions (provided after you have paid your entry fees).

If you have any questions about the criteria or anything else about the competition and exhibition, contact us before entering.

Entry is open to all photographers aged 18+.

There is no limit to the number of entries you can submit. During checkout, you can also purchase a professional review of your entries.

Note: For the print exhibition, one photo will be exhibited per successful entrant. More photos may be shown in our online galleries and social media.

Early registration 25% discount ends 18 January

Exhibition Details
Nat Coalson, photographic artist and Director of Gallery Photiq, will select the images to be included in the exhibition.

If your photo is selected, we will professionally print and mount your image in-house at Photiq at no additional cost to you.

All exhibition prints will be offered for sale during and after the exhibition, with a percentage of the sale price paid to the photographer.

Throughout the exhibition your images will be featured and promoted throughout our website and social channels, other media and public relations activities.

Awards and Prizes

Best in Show – One photographer with the winning photograph will receive £75 GBP cash prize.

Highly Commended – One runner-up will receive £50 cash.

Curator's Award – One photographer may also be offered their own exhibition at Gallery Photiq, at a later date to be agreed.

Other commended photographers will be featured in our social media and online galleries.

SUMMARY OF TERMS & CONDITIONS
By entering this exhibition and uploading photos to our servers, you grant us the right to use your image(s) and your name in online promotions related to this event only. If your photo is selected for the exhibition, you also grant us the right to make one printed reproduction of the selected photo. No other usage will be permitted without prior written permission from you.

Following the exhibition, unsold prints may be purchased by the photographer and shipped at the photographer's expense or added to Photiq stock inventory.

Remember that we are photographers and artists, too …and we promise to always respect your interests and rights as a creator!

By paying entry fees and submitting your images you accept the complete Terms and Conditions.

ENTER NOW

First choose how many images you will enter and complete payment. After you have purchased your entries, your email receipt will provide a link to instructions for uploading your images.

Early registration 25% discount ends 18 January
(You can purchase your entries now at the discounted rate and upload your images later, provided they are received by the final entry deadline.)

Photiq Members always receive an additional 15% discount off entry fees!

*Enter 20 or more images and receive a written critique of your entry at no additional charge! Or purchase a review for £25.