THE ROOM NEXT DOOR

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Entrants must own the rights to their images; all photographic processes and styles accepted.

THE ROOM NEXT DOOR Competition | Promoted just added Updated: 22 October 2026 Competition | Promoted just added THE ROOM NEXT DOOR Updated: 22 October 2026 THE ROOM NEXT DOOR is a juried photography open call from Decagon Gallery. The juror is Dr. Susan Bright,a writer, curator and a scholar of photography. Selected photographers are presented in an online exhibition. Who can apply: Photographers worldwide, all levels of experience; all photographic processes and styles. Entrants must own the rights to their images. What you get: - $1,000 in cash awards: 1st place $500, 2nd $250, 3rd $150 - Two Honorable Mentions $50 each, plus a Human Presence Award (free entry to a future Decagon exhibition). - All selected photographers receive an online exhibition at Decagon Gallery (January 10 – March 10, 2027), publication in a professionally designed catalog, and digital badges and certificates. - Photographers retain all rights. Entry Fee: $25 for up to 4 images; $5 for each additional image Deadline 15 December 2026

Award

$500

Free entry to a future Decagon exhibition; online exhibition, catalog publication

What to submit

Work samples