Call for Photography Submissions: “Exploring the Full Spectrum of Photography: From Monochrome to Color” juried exhibition January 17 – April 18, 2026
Twenty 20 Gallery is thrilled to announce a remarkable opportunity for photographers and artists who create photo-based art of all levels and styles to showcase their talent in our upcoming juried exhibition, “Exploring the Full Spectrum of Photography: From Monochrome to Color”
Show Statement:
This juried exhibition celebrates photography’s timeless dialogue between black and white and color — between tradition and innovation. From the quiet strength of monochrome to the expressive vitality of color, we honor the art of photography in all its forms.
Photographers are invited to submit work that explores the power of light — through tone, hue, and contrast — to shape emotion and meaning. All genres and processes are welcome, from classic film to contemporary digital and AI-enhanced techniques.
Whether distilled into shadow and light or transformed by vivid color, every photograph tells its story in the universal language of light.
About Twenty 20 Gallery:
Twenty 20 Gallery is an exhibition space created by Robert Pendleton MD, PhD. Robert is a retired ophthalmologist, accomplished artist, and founder of Pendleton Eye Center in Oceanside which houses the Gallery. 50-100 people visit the office each weekday, and all artworks are on display on the walls and art niches of common areas where they are in view to everyone.
Submission Details:
All photographers, regardless of experience, are encouraged to submit their work.
Each photographer may submit as many photographs as desired.
The entry fee is $35, covering the submission of three images. Additional submissions are welcomed at a cost of $10 per image.
Accepted works must be dropped off at the gallery. No mail in submissions will be accepted.
Important Dates:
Entry Opening: November 3, 2025
Entry Deadline: December 18, 2025, Midnight (PST)
Notification of Accepted Work: December 23, 2025.
ART DROP OFF: SATURDAY January 17, 2026, from 10:00am-Noon
Exhibition Dates: M-F 9am to 5pm. January 17 – April 18, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday January 24, 2026, from 4:00-7:00pm
ART PICK UP: SATURDAY April18, 2026, from 10:00am-Noon
How to Submit:
Submissions will only be accepted through OnlineJuriedShows.
Log in and click the yellow “Enter this show” button at the top of this page.
Prepare your digital images for submission. Please ensure they are high-quality and in JPEG format with at least 1920 pixels on the longest side. Images must be under 4 mb.
Pay the entry fee securely through the Online Juried Shows payment system.
Upload your digital images to OnlineJuriedShows according to the guidelines provided. If you need help with your entries, contact onlinejuriedshows@gmail.com or 888-666-1351.
Selection Process:
Image selection will be juried/curated by Robert Pendleton. All submitted artwork will be carefully reviewed and evaluated on artistic merit and originality. The chosen photographs will be announced on December 23, 2026, results will be available in your OnlineJuriedShows artist profile.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and being captivated by your artistic view.
Note: Please ensure that you review the submission guidelines and terms and conditions before submitting your work.
Presentation:
The space at Twenty 20 Gallery consists of 9 recessed / lighted art niches 48”H x 36”W, one recessed / lighted art niche measuring 57”H x 51”W, and several open walls ranging in size from 3ft to 13 ft. Priority will be given to works that are at least 14 inches in one dimension (including frame).
Works must be framed and or mounted and “ready to hang” by attached picture hanging wire and should not weigh more than 20 pounds. “Saw-toothed” hangers or D-ring hangers will not be accepted. Artwork requiring electricity is not eligible.
Final Acceptance:
Framing and mounting must be of professional quality. Artwork not conforming to the above specifications, not in ready to hang condition with picture hanging wire, or that deviates from the previously submitted digital image will not be displayed in the gallery. Final acceptance will be determined during artwork delivery.
Sales and Commissions:
Images in the show can be reserved for purchase by patrons of the gallery at any time by leaving a deposit of not less than 50%, however, images normally cannot be removed from the gallery until the close of the show. Patrons requesting immediate purchase, however, will be accommodated, when possible, with the artist’s prior approval. Twenty 20 Gallery will retain a 30% commission on all sales. Monies collected for sales will be paid to the artist by check after the completion of the show.
Delivery of Accepted Artwork:
Artwork must be hand-delivered to Twenty 20 Gallery located at 3637 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056. Please note, no mail in submissions will be accepted.
Hand-delivered artwork drop-off at the Twenty Gallery: SATURDAY, January 17, 2026, BETWEEN 10AM - 12 PM. THE GALLERY WILL NOT ACCEPT HAND-DELIVERED ARTWORK AT ANY OTHER TIME. THE GALLERY WILL NOT ACCEPT MAILED ARTWORK.
Pick Up and Return of Artwork:
Hand-delivered artwork must be picked up from Twenty 20 Gallery, SATURDAY, April 18, 2026, from 10am – 12pm. NO EXCEPTIONS.