Gato Gordo Gallery

Art of Photography: What the Eye Can't See

Call for Artists!

Miami-based Gato Gordo Gallery invites photographers to submit work for Art of Photography: What the Eye Can't See, an exhibition dedicated to celebrating photography as a creative, conceptual, and transformative art form.

We are seeking images that go beyond documentation—works that challenge perception, evoke emotion, and reimagine the world through the photographic lens. Submissions should not resemble casual snapshots or scenes as perceived by the naked eye. Instead, we encourage photographs that showcase intention, technique, and artistry.

Whether through long exposures, shallow depth of field, macro intimacy, composite imagery, experimental lighting, editing or post-print interventions—this exhibit seeks photography that thinks and feels. From the surreal to the sublime, we want to see what happens when the camera becomes a brush, and light becomes your paint.

All forms of photographic manipulation and artistic vision are welcome. Let your camera create what the eye cannot see.

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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Deadline to apply: July 20, 2025.

Submit: up to 3 entries for $37.

Exhibition dates: From August 8, 2025 to September 5, 2025.

Maximum size of artwork: 46 inches wide.

There is option for a virtual participation. Artwork will be shown on a large screen TV. 

Submission to this call does not guarantee acceptance into the show.

All artwork must be available for sale.

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DELIVERY & PICKUP OF ARTWORK

1. Accepted entries must be hand-delivered to Gato Gordo Gallery on Sunday, August 3, 11am - 4pm, or Monday, August 4, 1pm - 5pm. Gallery address is 4600 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33127.
2. Shipped work must be securely packed in a reusable container and include a prepaid shipping label. If sold, return shipping cost will be deducted from the gallery commission.  If shipping, please arrange for your package to arrive prior to August 5th.
3. Shipping address will be provided upon acceptance of artwork. Note - shipping address is different than hand-delivery address. 
4. Make sure the artwork is ready to hang. If printed on paper, it must be framed and have a hanging wire. Do not ship glass - use acrylic!
5. Pick up unsold artwork Saturday, September 6th or Sunday, September 7th, 11am - 4pm

ABOUT GATO GORDO GALLERY

We are a Miami-based art gallery dedicated to promoting artists from diverse cultural backgrounds. We present contemporary works, showcasing both established and up-and-coming talent. The Gato Gordo Gallery  is committed to exhibiting a diverse range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, and digital art. The main goal of the gallery is giving opportunity to artists who want to show their work in Miami and promoting their work with great dedication and success.

BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION

- Extensive promotion via social networks, website, ArtCirciut (emails with 15,000+ subscribers), listing in Miamiandbeaches.com website. 

- Installation of artwork in the exhibition (artwork must be ready for hanging)  

- A certificate of participation

- Get featured in our free digital catalog/magazine with physical copies available for sale via MagCould.com

- Opening reception and other event

COMMISSIONS, SALES, LIABILITY

All artwork must be for sale. Gato Gordo Gallery will retain a 40% commission on all exhibition sales. Artists whose artwork is sold during the exhibit will be notified. Artwork must stay on display until close of exhibit.

Although reasonable care will be given to handling all works, the gallery will not be responsible for any loss or damage.

This is a unique opportunity to share your artistic vision and be part of an event that celebrates the art of photography.

We look forward to your participation!

User Entry Process Tutorial

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