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Desde Mi Punto de Vista (From My point of View)
June 4 - August 20, 2027
Opening Reception: June 4, 6-9pm
Free and open to the public
Aurora PhotoCenter, Main Gallery
1125 East Brookside Avenue, Suite C9, Indianapolis
Deadline to submit: December 31, 2026
Free to apply
Desde Mi Punto de Vista (From My Point of View) examines how contemporary Latino photographers experience and interpret Indiana through distinct cultural perspectives. Shaped by diverse upbringings, identities, and lived experiences, the artists capture landscapes, cityscapes, people, and everyday moments through their unique points of view. Challenging traditional depictions of the Hoosier State, these photographs reveal what Latino artists notice, value, and understand about their surroundings and their sense of belonging. As the Midwest's cultural landscape evolves, these images offer alternative narratives that broaden our collective understanding of Indiana and the people who call it home.
Desde Mi Punto de Vista (From My Point of View) is a juried exhibition and collaboration of Arte Mexicano en Indiana and Aurora PhotoCenter. Each of the exhibiting artists will receive a free Aurora PhotoCenter Membership, a $200 exhibition stipend, and production support.
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***Will we offer a Spanish translation of this entire page?***
WHO’S ELIGIBLE TO SUBMIT WORK
Any Latina/o/e/x photographer who has ties to Indiana and/or has been an artist in residence at Aurora PhotoCenter may submit work for consideration. Artists of all ages are welcome to apply as long as the submitted work is photo based.
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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
All works must be original works by the submitting artist. No artificial intelligence (AI) renderings or creations.
There is no fee to apply for this exhibition.
Entries must be submitted digitally through this Google Form no later than 11:59 PM on December 31st, 2026.
Each artist can submit up to 5 (five) images for consideration via the Google Form. In the Google Form, please supply:
* Up to 5 (five) image files, either PNG or JPEG, no larger than 3MB
* For each image file, submit the following information
Image title:
Print size:
If already printed and framed, color and size of frame and matting if any:
Image capture method: Choices are Film 35mm; Film 120; Film 4 x 5; DSLR; Cell Phone; Other
Date of work:
* A brief artist statement (no more than 500 words) to help us get to know you and your art practice
* A short explanation of how your work ties into the theme
Due to the volume of applications, it will not be possible for jurors to provide feedback on individual applications.
This is a juried exhibition. Your submission does not guarantee entry. By submitting work for consideration you agree to the terms and guidelines highlighted in this document.
PRODUCTION & EXHIBITION
Unless otherwise arranged, Aurora PhotoCenter will work with artists to print/produce all accepted entries and prepare them for the wall, using existing frame stock, free of charge to the artist. Chosen artists will be invited and encouraged to collaborate in the production of the work at Aurora.
All decisions regarding printing/producing the work, preparing for the wall including any matting and framing, installation layout, and pricing will be made by the jurists.
Unless otherwise arranged, all work in Desde Mi Punto de Vista (From My Point of View) will be for sale with the price per work not to exceed $300. Exhibiting artists have the option of retaining 70% of the gross sale price from any sale or donating the entire amount. All sales will be handled through Aurora; an accounting and check will be due to the artist for any sales by 10 days after the close of the exhibition.
Any work printed/produced by Aurora and not sold at the exhibition will be destroyed unless otherwise arranged. Any work printed/produced by the artist and not sold will be returned to the artist.
Exhibiting artists will receive a $200 exhibition stipend and a free annual Aurora Membership at the end of the show.
CALENDAR
December 31, 2026: Deadline to submit for artists
February 1, 2027: Application status notification
February 15, 2027: Print files submitted for production if work needs to be printed
June 4, 2027: Opening reception for Desde Mi Punto de Vista (From My Point of View)
June 4th - August 20th: Duration of exhibition
SUBMISSION LINK
Please follow the link below to submit your proposal. Desde Mi Punto de Vista Google form submission
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions throughout the process you may reach out to Andie Arana Gomez at a.aranagomez.art@gmail.com or Mary Goodwin at info@auroraphoto.org.
ABOUT THE JURORS
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