Capturing Cultures Photo Contest

Capturing American Culture

In honor of America’s 250th Birthday
Capturing American Culture Photo Contest
CALL FOR ENTRIES!

Theme: Capturing American Culture – illustrating everyday life, local communities, iconic landscapes/landmarks, and unique traditions in America.

Entry Fees: $10 per image. Limit of 5 entries. (Entry fees waived for up to 3 images for Polk State College students/faculty/staff submitted digitally and framed by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026).

Deadline: All submissions need to be sent digitally as well as printed, matted, framed, and ready to display by October 9, 2026.

Exhibition details: October 19 – January 30, 2027
Polk State Lakeland Gallery |10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday – Thursday

Reception: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Polk State Lakeland Gallery | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Entry info: Email ksimpson@polk.edu for entry instructions and form.