GALLERY 881
Invitation to All Lens-Based Visual Artists
Open Call: April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Submission Deadline: April 30, 2025, at Midnight PST

Welcome to “Resonant Frequency: 12 Waves of Photography,” Gallery 881’s exciting year-long celebration of contemporary photography. Following the 12th wave, the frequency resonates in the Superposition Group Exhibition at Gallery 881 (Summer 2026).

Gallery 881 is seeking photographers from around the world to submit their most compelling work for consideration—regardless of style, genre, or background. Each month, one artist will be spotlighted, and their selected images will be professionally printed, featured for sale, and promoted across our network. By uniting a broad spectrum of perspectives under one program, “Resonant Frequency” aims to create a dynamic waveform of voices, each resonating in its own unique way.

Ready to add your vision to the wave? Submit today and help shape the year ahead in photography!

The project is sponsored by our print partner, PrintMaker Studio — a Canson Infinity Certried Print Lab.

About the Project

12 Waves / 12 Artists: Each month, Gallery 881 will feature a newly selected photographer (one “wave”). Selected works are printed on-demand, offered for sale, and showcased across our online platforms. The project culminates in the Superposition Group Exhibition at Gallery 881.

Eligibility & Submission Guidelines

Eligibility

• Open to photographers worldwide, 19 years or older.

• Submitted images must be original works created by the artist.

Submission Fee

• $25 CAD per submission, which covers up to five (5) images.

• The fee is non-refundable.

File Requirements

• Format: TIFF or JPEG or PNG or HEIC (.png, .jpg, .tiff, .heic)

• Resolution: 300 DPI

• Colour Space: Adobe RGB (1998)

• Dimensions: For a 12-inch long side (≈ 3600 pixels on the long edge)

• Bit Depth: 8-bit or 16-bit

• Maximum File Size: 10MB

• Naming Convention: firstname_lastname_artworktitle_year.(tif/jpg)

• Example: alex_smith_sunrise_2025.tif

Submission Portal

• All entries must be submitted via the online form below; this includes your image(s).

• You’ll be prompted to upload your images and pay the $25 CAD fee.

Content Restrictions

• Gallery 881 reserves the right to disqualify images deemed offensive, inappropriate, or in violation of any laws.

Selection & Notification

• Jury: A panel of Gallery 881 staff (and possibly a guest juror) will review submissions based on artistic merit, technical quality, and originality.

Notification:

• Selected Artists: Announced within 45 days of the call’s closing date.

• Non-Selected: Will be notified by e-mail at the completion of the jury process.

Printing & Sales

On-Demand Printing

• Selected works are printed on-demand after each sale.

• One Artist’s Proof (AP) is made upon selection for Gallery reference and is kept in the Gallery as a legacy in perpetuity. The print cost is absorbed by Gallery 881 / PrintMaker Studio and may be framed and exhibited at Gallery 881.

Paper & Size

• Canson Infinity paper (e.g., Platine, Baryta Prestige II, or smooth matte, 300gsm+).

• Print Size: 12 inches on the longest side including an approximate 0.5" border; final size may be dependent on aspect ratio.

Edition & Authentication

• Prints are open edition, each signed under Gallery 881 authority and stamped with archival ink on the reverse.

Retail Price & Commissions

• Standard retail price is expected to be $85 CAD per print sold to buyers.

• Commission Split: 50% to the artist, 50% to the Gallery.

• Production Cost is deducted from the artist’s share. The production price is discounted at 50% from the regular print price.

• Membership Discount: 10% discount for Gallery 881 members, shared equally by artist and Gallery (each covers 5%).

Fees Paid by Gallery 881 / PrintMaker Studio

• The Gallery covers all transaction/credit card fees for online sales.

• The Gallery covers all packaging fees.

Payment to Artists

• Artists are paid within 45 days of a completed sale, following receipt of the artist’s invoice.

• Payments typically issued via e-transfer (CAD); alternate methods may be arranged.

Returns & Refunds

• All print sales are final (no returns/refunds).

Licensing & Usage Rights

Artist’s Rights

• Artists retain full copyright and ownership of their images.

• This agreement is non-exclusive; you may sell or exhibit the works elsewhere.

License Granted to Gallery 881

By submitting, artists grant Gallery 881 and PrintMaker Studio a non-exclusive license to:

• Print and sell the selected images as part of this program.

• Promote the images on the Gallery 881 and PrintMaker Studio websites, social medias, newsletters, and any relevant marketing.

Promotion & Marketing

• Selected artists will be featured on the Gallery 881 and PrintMaker Studio websites, social media channels, and newsletters.

• Gallery 881 will credit artists with links to their website and social media (where applicable).

Shipping & Handling

• Packaging: Costs are covered by the print collectors

• Shipping Cost: Paid by the collector; free pickup at Gallery 881.

• International Orders: Buyers handle any import duties or customs fees.

Dates & Timeline

• Open Call: April 1 – April 30, 2025

• Artist Announcement: Within 45 days of close.

• Monthly Features: Each month from mid-2025 to mid-2026, 1 artist’s work debuts for sale. Expected project launch is July 1, 2025.

• Superposition Group Exhibition: Selected works will be showcased in a 2026 group exhibition at Gallery 881 (Centre Room) at no additional cost to the artist. This is dependent on project submissions and overall project success. There is no additional cost for Selected artists to participate in the group exhibition.

FAQ

Can I submit works I’ve shown elsewhere?

• Yes, so long as they’re your original creations. This program is non-exclusive.

Can I submit if I’m under 19?

• No. Participants must be 19+.

Why a $25 CAD fee?

• This fee helps cover administrative fees and jurying costs. It’s non-refundable.

What if I have more questions?

• Please email info@gallery881.com with the Subject: Resonant Frequency Inquiry

Legal & Liability

• Originality: Artists confirm submitted works are original and do not infringe on third-party rights.

• Limited Liability: Gallery 881 is not responsible for technical failures, lost files, or force majeure events.

• Governing Law: All matters related to this open call are governed by the laws and regulations of the Gallery’s jurisdiction.

How to Apply

• Prepare Your Images: TIFF or JPEG or PNG or HEIC (.png, .jpg, .tiff, .heic), 300 DPI, Adobe RGB (1998), named correctly.

• Submit Online: Complete the form below and pay the $25 CAD fee.

• Agree to Terms: Read through these Terms & Conditions and click “I Agree.”

• Check Your Email: You’ll receive confirmation if your application was received, and later, notification if selected.

Join the Resonant Frequency

Ready to share your wave? Submit your best photography for a chance to become one of the 12 featured artists in this year-long exploration of visual harmonics. If you have any questions or special requests, please reach out at info@gallery881.com. We look forward to seeing your work and celebrating new voices in photography!