LIACF’s 43rd annual Juried Photography Show

The Long Island Arts Council is gearing up to host its much anticipated 43rd annual Juried Photography Show, featuring a curated collection of 30-40 photographs submitted by talented photographers. The prestigious exhibition has garnered widespread acclaim and is currently welcoming submissions until September 10.

The Director of the Long Island Arts Council, Larry Dresner, proudly revealed that this photography show offers one of the most generous prize awards for a photography event on the East Coast, with the first-place winner receiving an impressive $400.

The eagerly awaited show will commence with a grand kick-off reception on Thursday, November 9, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. During this event, the council will not only unveil the breathtaking photographs but also present awards and citations to the distinguished winners.

In an exciting twist this year, the selection of submissions and overall curation of the show will be entrusted to junior curator, Carla Sadiya Forbes, currently serving as a curatorial assistant at the esteemed Brooklyn Museum. Her discerning eye and artistic expertise will play a pivotal role in determining which photographs earn a spot in the library and, ultimately, the coveted title of the competition’s winner.

Director Dresner enthusiastically shared that this year’s show marks a departure from tradition as the council and library aim to take the exhibition on the road, reaching out to other local libraries to extend the show’s life beyond the November event. This new initiative will bring the remarkable photography collection to a broader audience, allowing more people to appreciate the artistry and creativity on display.

“Something new we’re doing this year is after the show’s done at the Freeport Memorial Library going to try to put it on the road, which means set up other local libraries, so it hasn’t been like a life after the November show,” Dresner said.

For aspiring photographers eager to be a part of this event, submissions can be sent via email to infoliacf@gmail.com. Additional details about the Juried Photography Show can be found at liacfreeport.org or by contacting the Long Island Arts Council at (516) 223-2522.