Light on Cut Paper: Photography & Collage

Photography and collage have a long history of being in dialogue with one another; however, the intersection of these two mediums is poorly explored. New Orleans Photo Alliance and Kolaj Institute are working together to investigate the intersection of this medium. We are seeking work by artists who collage their own photographs, make photomontage, use a collage-like process in either the composition of photographs or in the dark room. We are open to any artwork where the artist feels the image speaks to this intersection. In addition to sending images, the artist must provide a brief statement that explains why they feel this artwork is an example of photography and collage.

Photography and collage have a long history of being in dialogue with one another; however, the intersection of these two mediums is poorly explored. New Orleans Photo Alliance and Kolaj Institute are working together to investigate the intersection of this medium. We are seeking work by artists who collage their own photographs, make photomontage, use a collage-like process in either the composition of photographs or in the dark room. We are open to any artwork where the artist feels the image speaks to this intersection. In addition to sending images, the artist must provide a brief statement that explains why they feel this artwork is an example of photography and collage.

This call accepts images that are digitally manipulated to create a collage, however, AI generated photos are not permitted for submission. 

Submission Fee (for Members) : $25
Submission Fee (for Non-Members) : $35
Submission Fee + Basic NOPA Membership: $60
Submission Fee + Silver NOPA Membership (Includes online portfolio listing): $85

https://neworleansphotoalliance.org/membership/
 
Maximum pieces per entry is 5. Files must be in JPEG or JPG, under 5MB with a minimum of 1200 pixels on the longest side so that photographs are large enough to be viewed properly by the juror and used in promotion if selected. 

Photography x Collage: NOPA & Kolaj Institute will open on June 10, 2026 and remain on view through July 10, 2026.

Application Deadline: May 12, 2026

Artists Notified of Acceptance: May 18, 2026

All work must be delivered to the New Orleans Photo Alliance framed and ready to hang no later than June 5th, 2026.

Submissions are open to all photographers; NOPA membership not required; all ages accepted. 

Works submitted must be legal and the artist assumes responsibility for having the legal right to exhibit and sell the images. Fine arts nudes and implied nude works are acceptable. This exhibition will include work that has been digitally manipulated (PhotoShop). AI generated photos are not permitted for submission.

Photographers are responsible for all shipping fees. Gallery receives 40 percent and the artist receives 60 percent of the retail price of works sold.

NOTES FOR SELECTED ARTISTS

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New Orleans Photo Alliance
3436 Magazine Street #134
New Orleans, LA 70115

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New Orleans Photo Alliance
7800 Oak St 
New Orleans, LA 70118