Allora Gallery Open Call - Joy Unfiltered

AIlora Gallery invites photographers from around the world to submit work for its upcoming online group exhibition, “Joy Unfiltered.” This open call seeks images that capture the full spectrum of joy, recognising it as a contagious, transformative, and profoundly human emotion. Photographers are encouraged to explore not just obvious celebrations and smiles, but also the nuanced, deeper expressions of happiness, connection, and profound meaning.

The exhibition celebrates joy in all its manifestations. Submissions should capture the electricity of human connection, the peace of solitude, the magic of unexpected beauty, and the triumph of overcoming obstacles. AIlora Gallery welcomes photographs that explore a wide range of subjects: from portraits and candid moments celebrating connection and tenderness, to the electric energy of celebrations, nature’s awe-inspiring beauty, children’s unbridled enthusiasm, and the simple pleasures that make life worth savouring. The gallery is looking for images that capture the essence of what makes us feel vividly, authentically, and most alive, transporting viewers back to that moment of pure joy.

Submission fee: Free – Participation fee (if selected): $18 (plus VAT, where applicable)

‍Submission Guidelines:

• Up to 5 images (JPEG, 2000px wide, 4 MB or less each)
• Your name
• Country
• Website and/or Instagram
• Short bio (max 100 words)
• Artist statement (max 100 words)
• Subject line: Joy Unfiltered Submission – [Your Name]
• File naming: Name Surname – Title (e.g., Jane Smith – Golden Moment)