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title: "Through the Lens: Presence and Absence"
description: Juried photography exhibition at Workshop13 exploring presence and absence. Submit 1–3 works; $25–$35 entry fee. Opens Aug 8, 2026.
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status: closed
createdAt: "2026-05-28"
updatedAt: "2026-09-18"
programType: Exhibition
organization: Workshop13, Cultural Arts & Learning Center
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/workshop13-cultural-arts-learning-center
deadline: "2026-07-07"
entryFee: 25 USD
location: ArtWorks Gallery, Ware, Massachusetts
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compensationRange: Artists retain 70% of sales revenue; gallery receives 30% commission on all work sold. Artwork need not be for sale but is encouraged.
disciplines:
  - photography
  - printmaking
  - mixed media
---

# Through the Lens: Presence and Absence

**Hosted by:** Workshop13, Cultural Arts & Learning Center

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** ArtWorks Gallery, Ware, Massachusetts | **Deadline:** July 7, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $25

## About This Program

> "Presence and Absence"

ArtWork's Gallery invites you to submit photographic works to our third exhibition dedicated to the art of photography.

What we see in a photograph is often shaped by what is missing. Presence / Absence invites images that explore the relationship between visibility and implication—spaces that suggest human presence, objects that stand in for memory, or scenes where absence speaks as strongly as presence.

All photographic capture (camera/photogram/scanography) and printing processes (alternative/experimental, traditional/darkroom, photo based etching, intaglio, screen printing) are eligible, as are photo-collage, and photographic mixed-media. AI-generated images will not be considered. Entries must be original works not previously shown at ArtWorks Gallery.

This show will be juried by James Gehrt.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** National
- **Disciplines:** photography, printmaking, mixed media
- **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old
- **Note:** Artists must be 18 years of age or older. AI-generated art, work previously juried into an ArtWorks Gallery show, and work created under instruction are ineligible. Each artist may submit only one entry (up to 3 pieces).

### Additional Requirements

1–3 original photographic works per artist; one entry per artist. Entry fee: $25 for one piece, $35 for up to three pieces. Must be 18+. Ineligible: AI-generated art, work previously juried into an ArtWorks Gallery show, work created under instruction. Image files: JPG, PNG, or GIF; 2MB–6MB; minimum 1000px on shortest side; named FirstName_LastName_Title. 2D work must be framed and securely wired for hanging. 3D work must fit through a standard door, weigh ≤100 lbs, and fit on a 20"×20" pedestal or floor. Work must be hand-delivered or mailed with a prepaid UPS return label.

## Compensation & Benefits

Artists retain 70% of sales revenue; gallery receives 30% commission on all work sold. Artwork need not be for sale but is encouraged.

Entry fee is $25 for one piece or $35 for up to three pieces (non-refundable). Gallery retains 30% commission on all work sold; work need not be for sale but is encouraged.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** May 28, 2026
- **Deadline:** July 7, 2026
- **Program Start:** August 8, 2026
- **Program End:** September 13, 2026

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://app.entrythingy.com/signup/artist/?next=/apply/13848/