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Founded in 1994 in Santa Fe, NM, CENTER is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization supporting lens-based projects through education, public platforms, funding, & partnerships. • centersantafe.org

Images © respective artists. Banner © Shayla Blatchford
For those who are observing the national shutdown in the U.S. we are extending the early discounted entry fees through noon time (MT) on Saturday, January 31 if you need a little extra time.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/callsforentry
January 30, 2026 at 9:38 PM
As environmental change continues to shape our world, photographers play an important role in observing, interpreting, and responding to these shifts.
January 30, 2026 at 1:25 AM
The Socially Engaged Award supports projects that engage directly with social issues through sustained, thoughtful photographic practice.
January 30, 2026 at 1:14 AM
The Personal Award recognizes outstanding images—whether singular or part of a series—that explore self-representation and/or underrepresented experiences.

Want to know what jurors have emphasized when reviewing Personal Award submissions?
January 30, 2026 at 1:09 AM
Creative growth doesn't plateau with age, and sustaining an artistic practice deserves continued support. The Me&Eve Award affirms the importance of voices shaped by experience, complexity, and time, providing $1,000 USD in funding, as well as professional opportunities.
January 27, 2026 at 11:11 PM
We believe in the power of visual storytelling to illuminate our shared humanity. CENTER partners with photographers and artists who capture the essence of our times. Our Project Development Grant acts as a catalyst for this work, nurturing the creative journey.
January 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Photographers bear witness in times of social unrest—and the Project Launch Grant supports projects as they move into public dialogue. Our latest Substack dives deeper into the grant, past recipients, and what jurors emphasize.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.substack.com/p/project-launch-grant?r=jzn3i
January 27, 2026 at 1:27 AM
We’re excited to give you a first look behind the scenes of our next exhibition, Weight of It All, a photographic project that explores the emotional landscape of navigating body dysmorphia, fear, and the recovery from an eating disorder.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/weight-of-it-all
January 23, 2026 at 7:30 PM
CENTER’s 2026 Calls for Entry are open.

In uncertain times, artists continue to bear witness and imagine new ways forward. We invite photographers ready to bring their work into the public eye.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/callsforentry

Images from reviewsantafelisting.org
January 20, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Join us on Friday, Feb. 13, 5-7 PM (MT) for the Opening Reception of Weight of It All, by Heather and Ben Mattera. This collaborative project between mother and son follows a visual journey through an eating disorder, searching for healing.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/weight-of-it-all
January 7, 2026 at 7:43 PM
As we close out the year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported CENTER in 2025. Your belief in artists made this work possible.

If you’d like to make a year-end gift before midnight, there’s still time. tinyurl.com/centergift

Wishing you a happy, healthy New Year!
December 31, 2025 at 6:31 PM
CALLS FOR ENTRY ARE NOW OPEN!

CENTER invites photographers worldwide to apply for our 2026 Calls for Entry, marking a new year of opportunity, creativity, and connection.

APPLY NOW • centersantafe.org/callsforentry

© Chloé.A
December 31, 2025 at 2:48 AM
This #GivingTuesday, support CENTER's exhibitions, artist programs, and the connecting power of photography. Your gift of any amount strengthens our mission, and gifts of $500+ will be included on CENTER’s Inaugural Donor Recognition Wall.

SUPPORT CENTER • centersantafe.org/support
December 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Join acclaimed photographer Will Wilson today at CENTER for a live tintype demonstration.

WHEN • Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM MT
WHERE • CENTER, 1570 Pacheco St, Unit B1, Santa Fe, NM
HOW • Free & Public
November 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
See 100 photographers from around the world tonight at the Review Santa Fe Portfolio Walk! Explore. Connect. Be inspired.

WHEN • Sat, Nov 1, 6:30–8:30 PM MT
WHERE • Farmers’ Market Pavilion
HOW • Free & Public
LEARN MORE • lnkd.in/dCWHZw_s

#ReviewSantaFe
November 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Join us today, Sat, Nov 1, 3–4:30 PM, at La Fonda in the Lumpkins Ballroom for a special free public panel featuring an extraordinary group of industry leaders—each representing different aspects of the photographic world—ready to share their insights. centersantafe.org/panel
November 1, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Join us this evening, Friday, October 31 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, for the opening exhibition of Behind the Curtain: Vulnerabilities Exposed at CENTER (1570 Pacheco St, B-1), featuring six of the 2025 CENTER award & grant recipients.

LEARN MORE • centersantafe.org/2025winnersexhibition
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Join CENTER this weekend for the 24th annual Review Santa Fe's public programming. Discover new photographic talent, connect with the photo community, and experience a full weekend of exhibitions, panels, and portfolio showcases. All three events are free & open to the public! • centersantafe.org
October 31, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Want to get your work published or exhibited? Join top industry leaders for a free panel on what editors, gallerists, & curators look for.

Nov 1, 2025 • 3:00–4:30 PM
Lumpkins Ballroom, La Fonda, Santa Fe
centersantafe.org/calendar/panel-from-personal-work-to-galleries-museums-editorial
October 10, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Join us Sat, Sept 20 for A New Masculinity—an evening of photography, conversation & portrait sessions with artist Tim Keane.

Sat, Sept 20 • 4:00 – 7:30 PM • CENTER

Reserve your portrait spot → centersantafe.org/portraits
September 15, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Breaking: A CENTER alum has pledged a TRIPLE MATCH! Our goal just jumped to $55,000—nearly double our original goal.

We’re in awe of this community’s support. Every gift = 3x the impact. Let’s keep the momentum going!

Donate today at charidy.com/centersantafe.

Image © Will Wilson
September 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
We hit our first fundraising milestone thanks to a generous donor—but the momentum is strong, so we’ve raised the bar.

New goal: $40,000 💪

Every gift fuels projects like A Factless Autobiography by Debmalya Ray Choudhuri. Help us hit $40K today at charidy.com/centersantafe.
September 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Over the past three decades, CENTER has made real change in the lives of photographers and the communities they portray. Now, thanks to a special match, your donation will be TRIPLED through Sept 10.

Triple your donation at www.charidy.com/centersantafe

©Ada Trillo
September 8, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Curious about photography portfolio reviews? Join us for Both Sides of the Table: Do’s & Don’ts—a seminar covering insights from reviewers, reviewees & organizers.

WHEN • Wednesday, September 3, 6:00 - 7:30 PM MT
WHERE • Zoom
LEARN MORE & REGISTER • lnkd.in/gTG5Ctf6
August 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Congratulations to Gregory Constantine for being selected for CENTER’s Multimedia Award recognizing the project, Seven Doors: An American Gulag • centersantafe.org/multimediaaward
August 13, 2025 at 11:15 PM