By Contributors Myrna Cambianica and Letitia Grimes

The Photography Branch of the Ojai Art Center welcomes artists to submit photographic images in black and white for the upcoming 13th annual juried photography exhibit, “Shades of Gray,” opening June 4 with a reception from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Entries may be submitted to the Art Center Thursday, June 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. or Friday, June 3, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.

In a world where color is standard in all visual media, why would anyone choose to create a black and white image? For the artist, the removal of color has many outstanding advantages, including subtle shifts in tones across forms, the drama of contrasting lights and darks, and dynamic linear compositions. A black and white image can reveal the underlying essence and story of a subject and bring into focus the photographer’s point of view.

All entries must be in black and white photographic media. The subject matter is open, and can be pure photographic or digitally altered images. Amateurs, professionals, and students in grades 7 through 12, are all welcome to enter. Students will have free entry fees. For full information and questions contact: David Baker (805) 558-6460 (call or text) or e-mail at
david@ojaiimages.com

For the Call for Artists please visit: http://ojaiacphoto.org/2016-annual-exhibit.html