We are excited to announce the 30th Annual RPS Expressions of Light Competition and Exhibit to be held at the Roswell Visual Arts Center, located inside Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, from February 20 through March 12, 2026.
- This exhibit is open to RPS Members (Join/Renew Membership)
- All members may enter TWO (2) framed images.
- Entry fee is $30.
There will be cash awards in each of four categories:
- Architecture / Travel
- Nature / Landscape
- People / Animals
- Still Life / Abstract
DATES
| Sun, Jan 18 (11:59pm) | Entry Deadline |
| Fri, Jan 30 | Entrants informed of image approvals by City of Roswell |
| Thu-Fri, Feb 12-13 (10-4pm) | Drop off Pictures to Visual Arts Center |
| Friday, Feb 20, 6:30-8:30pm | Reception and Awards Presentation |
| Feb 20 to Mar 12 | Exhibition at Visual Arts Center (Tue-Fri, 10-4) |
| Fri, Mar 13, Tue Mar 17 (10-4pm) | Take down – Artists collect their photographs |
Image Criteria:
- Images must be original work by the photographer.
- Images must have been taken since taken after Jan 25, 2024 (no more than 2 years old)
- Images previously displayed at the Roswell Visual Arts Center or Roswell Cultural Arts Center are not eligible.
- All entries will be reviewed by the City of Roswell Exhibition Committee for appropriateness. The Committee reserves the right to reject any artwork that at their sole discretion is deemed unsuitable for any reason. Artwork must be appropriate for all ages. In general, images that depict or describe violence, adult themes, drug use, full frontal nudity or controversial subject matter will be disallowed.
- Works may be printed on paper, wood, metal glass etc.
- If the image is framed:
- Frames may be any color, of professional quality
- Framed images must be matted in black or white with 1.5” or wider mat.
- Size: Perimeter length (total length around all four sides of the piece), including frame if any, must be at least 50”. For example a 14×11” frame is 50” (14+14+11+11).
- All works must have a hanging wire securely attached to the frame, not the backing. Hooks, clips, Velcro, or other hanging mechanisms are not allowed.
- All works must have the Artist’s Name, contact information (phone number), Title of the piece, Image Category and Selling Price (or “Not For Sale”) securely attached to the back of the image.
Roswell Photographic Society reserves the right to disallow any image not prepared as described above
Awards
- There will be cash awards for First through Third place in each category. Honorable Mentions may also be noted depending on the number of entries per category.
- Awards from our sponsors will also be presented.
- Awards will be announced around 7pm at the reception. Awards not picked up at the reception may picked up at the Roswell Visual Arts Center’s office during regular business be hours within 30 days of the close of the Show (10-4, Tue-Fri). Awards not claimed during that time will become the property of the Roswell Photographic Society.
Please remember to utilize our RPS sponsor for discounts on printing and framing purposes!
Sales: Exhibited photographs may be offered for sale at the artist’s discretion. There is a 30% commission on all sales.
Rights: The artists retain all rights to their works.
Disclaimer: By entering this show you verify that you have read the entry application and rules carefully, understand and agree to comply with all the rules, including the waiver of liability and 30% commission. You also understand that the decisions of the judge are final. Your image may be used to advertise this event.
Liability: Care will be taken in handling and securing images. However, The City of Roswell, Roswell Visual Arts Center, Roswell Recreation and Parks Department, and Roswell Photographic Society and any of their representatives assume no responsibility for loss or damage to the work.
Our Judge: To Be Determined
For any questions on this event, contact the RPS Program team at:
Program@roswellphotosociety.com