Submit to the 5th Annual Student Show

July 23, 2026

Submit by Saturday, August 22nd!!!

 

Submit to the 5th Annual PhotoLounge Student Show!

Now in its fifth year, the Annual Student Show at PhotoLounge celebrates the work of emerging photographers in honor of our founder's friend and mentor, Jerry Brown. Jerry was both a talented photographer and a giant in the photo lab industry who strongly believed in supporting young artists. This exhibition continues that legacy by showcasing the work of student photographers from universities across the country, helping to introduce and promote the next generation of emerging artists.

In Jerry's memory, the exhibition includes three substantial awards totaling $1,200 in PhotoLounge gift cards for lab services. Each recipient will also receive a complimentary Student Film Photography Club membership.

An opening reception featuring live music, drinks, and light refreshments will be held on September 18th from 7-9pm at PhotoLounge, located at 130 S 17th Street, Philadelphia. This reception will also serve as the closing event of the city-wide 20/20 Photo Festival. 

Selected students will have the opportunity to be featured on our website, our instagram, our newsletter, in the gallery, and in the gallery zine. There is no fee to submit!

 

Terms & Conditions

  1. Open to current students and recent graduates (within the past year) from any college or university.
  2. Submit up to 3 photographs taken within the past year.
  3. Submitted images must be your own original work.
  4. Each image should be accompanied by a short caption/reflection (1-2 sentences).
  5. All submissions must be photographic in nature—film and digital are both welcome.
  6. Submissions are due by midnight on Saturday, August 22nd 2026.
  7. Submissions will be considered for:
    1. Inclusion in the gallery exhibition at PhotoLounge
    2. A Member Moment feature online, on our instagram, and in our newsletter
    3. The gallery zine
  8. All selected works will be printed by PhotoLounge for display at no cost to the artist
  9. By submitting, you agree to allow PhotoLounge to feature your images (with credit) in promotional materials, social media, and printed publications related to the show.
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