The Shape of Summer - Call for Submission

An Analog Week 2026 Gallery Exhibition

We're looking for film photographs that capture the feeling of summer.

Summer in the Pacific Northwest is more than a season—it’s a feeling. It's the golden light we wait for all year, the long evenings that seem to stretch forever, and the moments that feel even more meaningful when captured on film.

We invite film photographers of all experience levels to share images that celebrate the ways summer light shapes your life and vision. Whether it's a plunge into cold water, a field of blooming wildflowers, a backyard gathering, a road trip, or your favorite way to escape the heat, we want to see how summer leaves its mark on you—and on the film you carry.

Selected images will be exhibited in the Glazer's Gallery during Analog Week 2026.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (PT)

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We can't wait to see how summer looks through your lens.

GALLERY OPENING CELEBRATION

Selected images will be unveiled during the opening reception for The Shape of Summer on Thursday, July 16, from 5:30–7:30 PM at Glazer's Camera as part of Analog Week 2026.

Join fellow photographers, friends, family, and members of the film photography community for an evening celebrating the artists and images featured in the exhibition. Meet the photographers, view the work on display, and connect with others who share a passion for analog photography.

SELECTED IMAGES RECEIVE

• Selected photo(s) displayed in the Glazer's Gallery
• A print of the selected image(s)
• A free develop & scan from Glazer's Photo Lab.

JUDGING CRITERIA

The submitted images will be blindly judged based on the following criteria:

• Adherence to theme - 35%
• Storytelling - 20%
• Composition - 15%
• Creativity/originality - 15%
• Technical proficiency - 15%

SUBMISSION RULES

1. The submitted images must have captured using an analog medium: 35mm, 120 film, large format film, cyanotype, tintype, etc.
2. Each participant may submit up to five (5) images total.
3. Entry must be submitted by 11:59PM (PT), June 30, 2026.
4. All submission must
5. All submissions must be submitted digitally. Printed drop-offs are not allowed.
6. Each file should be approximately at least 2400 x 3600 pixels at 300dpi.
7. Watermarks, signatures, or copyright notices MUST be removed prior to submission.
8. Images must be submitted as a .jpeg or .png digital file.
9. No digitally modified images are allowed. Minor adjustments (dust removal, dodging, burning, cropping, healing) are accepted, but adding/removing objects is forbidden.
10. Photos must align with the specified theme.
11. Images can display any geographic region of the world. They do not need to exclusively be from the PNW.
12. Submissions must not breach privacy laws or contain offensive content.
13. If submission rules are not followed, the image may not be judged and/or disqualified.
14. Artist must retrieve their prize winnings in person at Glazer's Camera. They will not be shipped.

Join us for a week-long celebration of analog photography, film culture, and the creative community that keeps it thriving.

Throughout Analog Week 2026, Glazer's Camera will host a full schedule of events designed for film photographers of every experience level. Explore the latest products from leading analog brands, attend hands-on workshops and educational classes, join guided photowalks, and connect with fellow photographers who share your passion for the craft.

This year, we're bringing together not only industry-leading brand representatives, but also local creatives, artists, educators, and community leaders from the Pacific Northwest film photography scene. Throughout the week, you'll have opportunities to learn directly from photographers actively creating work, publishing zines, leading community groups, and helping shape the region's analog culture.

Brand representatives and community creatives will lead classes, photowalks, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on experiences covering everything from shooting and scanning to printing, instant photography, creative experimentation, and film workflows. Whether you're new to film or a lifelong shooter, you'll find inspiration, education, and meaningful connections throughout the week.

The week also features special promotions and savings on film photography gear, film, accessories, and lab services, making it the perfect time to stock up, discover new tools, or expand your creative practice.

Come celebrate the process, the people, and the enduring magic of analog photography.

Analog Week is supported in part by Kodak, Negative Supply, Pentax, Canon, Canson, Fujifilm, Hahnemühle, Harman Technology, Ilford Photo, Kentmere, Moab, Polaroid and more!