About the Open Call

The Apparently in America Artist Award is an Open Call inviting photographers to reflect on American identity through image-making today. Open internationally, the award seeks work that engages with the cultural, political, and personal dimensions of life in the United States.

Photographers we feature are invited to finish the sentence:

“Apparently, in America…”

Whether through satire or sincerity, protest or poetry, this platform amplifies the visual voices reflecting on the strange and shifting landscape of the U.S. From pandemic contradictions to culture wars, personal stories to political spectacles, this is where the messy image of America comes into focus. Each week, we present a new photographer whose work offers a unique take on the American condition.

What winners receive

One selected artist will receive a $500 prize to support the further development of their practice and a feature within the project, alongside up to three honorable mentions.

About the organization

Apparently, in America is a photography initiative founded by curator Francesca Hummler, dedicated to showcasing diverse visual perspectives on what “America” really is: past, present, and in the imagined future

How to Enter

Applicants may submit 10–20 images. Submissions do not need to come from a single project, though cohesion is encouraged. Work must be original and not previously featured in Apparently in America.

All submissions must be made through Picter and include the artist’s finished phrase “Apparently, in America…” as a part of their written project description.

Submission Fee

Submission is $10. We rely on submission fees to cover administrative costs. Those experiencing financial hardship can email a brief explanation of need to hummlerf@gmail.com for a voucher.

Judging Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on conceptual strength, visual coherence, and how thoughtfully they engage with the theme of American-ness