What will this project include?

Homecoming 2022 & 2023 Biennial will be a collection of at least a minimum of 100 artists working with lens-based media, forming a collection of emerging talent that is this year's pool of creative minds that are on their first steps out of school.

This photo publication will then be distributed to curators, editors, and other such established members of the photo community.

Our sponsors, FujiFilm have donated a GFX100S Large Format Mirrorless Camera and a FUJINON GF32-64mmF4 R WR Lens ($8,300 ARV) that will be given, in a random lottery, to one student who was selected for the publication.

In addition, Selected students will also have their work exhibited in a large group show, having their work printed and produced by FujiFilm at no cost to the students.

Everyone who submits, regardless of if they are chosen for the publication and show, will be included in a large, free and downloadable PDF that will be hosted on our website and available to all to see and explore.

What should I submit?

Submit your BEST images, they do not have to be a series and can be stand-alone images. Submit images that you feel represent who you are as an artist and that you feel most comfortable sharing.

How many images can I submit?

You can submit a minimum of 5 images and a maximum of 12 images.

Who is curating this call for entry?

All works will be reviewed by Eric Kunsman of Booksmart Studio, Dana Stirling & Yoav Friedlander of Float Photo, Artist Alanna Airitam, and Michael Chovan-Dalton of JKC Gallery at MCCC. Read their Bios here.

Can I submit if I live outside the United States?

Yes, this call for entry has no limitation on where you are from and where you are based.

How will I find out if my photo is selected?

Everyone who submits will receive an email - regardless of the outcome of your submission, you will be notified with any additional steps and or information.

Is there a submission fee?

NO! This call for entry is completely free to enter. No submission fee to submit work and no fees if your work is accepted. Exhibition prints and the publication are produced for free and you are provided two free copies of the book.

Who can submit to this call?

All individuals that graduated in 2022 or 2023, whether as undergraduate lens-based art students, graduate (MFA, MS, MA) students, or another lens-based degree as the class of 2022 & 2023, are eligible to submit and participate. Proof of student graduation status is required during the application process.

What is the deadline?

Homecoming 2022 & 2023 Biennial call for entry period runs from May 4th to July 15th, 2023. Submissions close at midnight EST time.

What should my files be named? And how should they be formatted?

Please upload TIFF's that are sized at 3,300 pixels in the shortest dimension. PDF's & Video files may also be submitted.

Files should be named with the following format.
First Name_Last name_Submission Number_Title.tif
Example: Eric_Kunsman_01_Self portrait.jpg

How can I submit?

Simply fill out this form. PLEASE READ all questions thoroughly, submissions with errors will be disqualified.

What type of Photography can be submitted?

There are no restrictions on the type of camera and or process used. All photographic themes and genres are welcome.

Do photographs that I submit have to be my own original work?

YES! Art must be original content made by you.

Will the work be exhibited?

Yes, the work will be exhibited at RIT City Space Art Gallery, Rochester, NY, with exact dates to be announced. The show is scheduled to run from the beginning of December through mid-January.