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Mattoon Arts Council

Annual Photo Show and Awards Night

Immerse yourself in the art of photography at the Mattoon Art Council’s Annual Photo Show. This eagerly awaited event highlights a rich variety of stunning images from both local and emerging artists, each offering a fresh and unique perspective. Don’t miss an evening of visual exploration and see how photography transforms moments into striking works of art.

When?

 

Friday, November 21, 2025

6:00pm

Where?

 

KC Summers Toyota Showroom

1913 Broadway Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938

2025 Theme

Photographers may enter two (2) photographs in each of the three (3) categories

Category One

 

Any subject; Color Print

Category Two

 

Any subject; Black and White Print

Category Three

 

Any photograph following the theme of “It’s the Little Things”; Color or Black and White Print

Open to all photographers - Each category will consist of three divisions

Professional

 

Receives compensation through either sales or services as a photographer

Amateur

 

Adults who do not meet the professional category requirements

Student

 

Photographers in grades 6-12 only. Students may not enter as a professional or amateur

Registration and Guidelines

Please, be sure to read and understand the Entry Guidelines of Registration

 

⇒  Entry Guidelines   ⇐

⇒  Online Registration  ⇐

⇒ Printable Entry Form  ⇐