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Month of Photography Denver is a biennial festival that celebrates the art of photography through exhibitions and events across the Denver Metro region.

Every two years, Month of Photography Denver (MOP) invites you to celebrate the art of photography through exhibitions and events at more than 75 museums, galleries, art centers, and other participating spaces throughout the city and beyond. The next festival will take place in March 2025. Founded in 2004 by Denver-based artist Mark Sink, MOP has become a major highlight of Denver’s art scene and an important platform for photography in the Rocky Mountain region, with works by over 500 local, national, and international artists on display. The 2025 festival will include two days of professional virtual portfolio reviews, workshops, artist talks, exhibitions, receptions, and more. For working photographers and artists, the Portfolio Reviews are a highlight of the festival. During this two-day event, registered artists have an opportunity to present their work to 30 of the most important people in the local and national photography communities, including museum curators, gallery owners, editors, publishers, nonprofit directors, and other leading professionals. The 2025 festival is presented by the Colorado Photographic Arts Center (CPAC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the understanding and appreciation of excellent photography through year-round exhibitions, education, and community outreach. CPAC will be the headquarters of the festival and is located at 1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111 in Denver’s Golden Triangle Creative District.

10/12/2026

Food-tography is an exhibit highlighting the art of photographing food. Today it's become commonplace for us to photograph the dishes we've prepared, our order from our favorite restaurant or even the harvests from our gardens. This exhibit is a celebration of Month of Photography and complimentary to delecTABLE, an exhibit of national ceramic artists’ functional tableware.

⬗ Call opens: December 7th, 2026.
⬗ Call closes: January 18th, 2027.

⬗ Show Dates: February 19th - April 9th, 2027.
⬗ Opening Reception: February 19th, 2027.

⬗ Submission Fee: $0

https://denvermop.org/food-tography-the-art-of-photographing-food-and-culinary-experiences/

Image Credit: ©Deb Rosenbaum 'Olives, Esauria'

10/09/2026

Join us for a Month of Photography Community Happy Hour + Q&A!

When: October 21st, 6pm
Where: Colorado Photographic Arts Center

Stay up to date with all things MOP by subscribing to the newsletter on https://denvermop.org/

Image Credit: From the Hip Photo

10/08/2026

In conjunction with the Denver Month of Photography (MOP), the Colorado Art Awards invites Colorado high school photography students to enter a juried exhibit. The exhibit will be hosted by The City of Lakewood Cultural Center. Awards will be given.

Any student in Colorado is eligible to participate and may submit 1 entry. The submission window will be from November 2nd to December 4th. Please see the Colorado Art Awards website for detailed guidelines about submissions and the show.

⬗ Deadline for Submission: December 4th, 2026
⬗ Submission Fee: Free

⬗ Show Dates: January 30th - March 15th, 2027
⬗ Opening Reception: February 16th, 2027

https://denvermop.org/next-generation-teen-mop-show-2027/

Image Credit: ©Ruby Simpson

10/06/2026

Registration for MOP 2027 Portfolio Reviews is one month away!

Check out our last post to read more about our portfolio reviews. Visit our website for more information and registration:
https://denvermop.org/register-for-portfolio-reviews/
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⬗ Nov. 6th: Registration opens for CPAC Members. Not a member? Join Today!⁠
⬗ Nov. 13th: Registration opens to the public.⁠

⬗ March 12th & 13th, 2027: Month of Photography Portfolio Reviews will take place at the Slate hotel in downtown Denver.

Image Credit: From the Hip Photo

10/05/2026

Are you looking for opportunities to exhibit, publish, or sell your photography? Do you need feedback or advice about an ongoing project? If so, Month of Photography Portfolio Reviews are an excellent opportunity to advance your photography practice and career.

Over two days, you’ll have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with about 30 of the most important people in the field of photography, including museum curators, gallery owners, publishers, collectors, and other industry leaders from Colorado and the United States.

Organized by the Colorado Photographic Arts Center (CPAC), Month of Photography Reviews have a reputation for being welcoming and friendly, making them an ideal choice for emerging and early-career photographers. Reviews are not juried, and registration fees are less expensive than most other national reviews. We also offer college students a discounted rate, as well as our Equity Scholarship Fund.

The next Month of Photography Portfolio Reviews will take place March 12-13, 2027 at the Slate hotel in downtown Denver!

⬗ Nov. 6th: Registration opens for CPAC Members. Not a member? Join Today!
⬗ Nov. 13th: Registration opens to the public.

https://denvermop.org/register-for-portfolio-reviews/

Image Credit: From the Hip Photo

10/03/2026

The Big Picture is a biennial project whose mission is to connect the public to fine art photography in open-air settings with large murals wheat-pasted on walls. Through invitation and call for entry, the Big Picture selects winning prints for exhibition in Denver, Boulder, and sister cities around the world. Submit to the BIG PICTURE and be a part of our worldwide street art exchange!

Submission Fee: $25.00 per five images. Submit as many as you wish.
Submission Deadline: February 15th, 2027

Show Dates/Opening Reception: March 14th, 2027 - Project runs throughout March 2029

Submit here: https://denvermop.org/the-big-picture-call-for-work-2/

Image Credit: ©Michael Ash Smith, 'Suspended'

10/01/2026

Applications for the Portfolio Review Equity Scholarship Fund are open! Apply by November 3rd.
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Portfolio Reviews are important events for photographers to attend if they wish to exhibit, sell, or publish their work at a professional level. The Month of Photography Denver Festival Portfolio Reviews are the largest professional review event in the Rocky Mountain region. Over two days, 30 influential gallery owners, curators, and publishers from local and national photography communities will meet with 70 artists at The Slate Hotel March March 12th-13th, 2027.
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recognizes the historical inequitable access to formal arts spaces that can help propel artists to the next level. CPAC is committed to engaging with and supporting diverse communities, which is why CPAC is pleased to grant four scholarships to support artists with disabilities, BIPOC artists, and/or artists who are LGBTQIA2S+.⁠
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The application is open now until November 3rd, 2026.⁠
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Learn more and apply here:
https://denvermop.org/portfolio-review-equity-scholarships-application/

09/29/2026

Join the Wildlife Photography Exhibition exploring Lakewood's natural beauty!

We invite you to be a part of something special – an exhibition that celebrates the vibrant wildlife of Lakewood, Colorado. This exhibition welcomes Lakewood residents of all ages and skill levels – from seasoned professionals to casual amateurs. It's your chance to shine a spotlight on the wild beauty that graces our city.

Submission Fee: Free
Submission Deadline: January 31st, 2027

Show Dates: February 27 - March 27,
Opening Reception: March 6, 6:30pm-8:00 p.m.

Submit here: https://denvermop.org/wildlife-of-lakewood-photography-exhibition/

Image Credit: ©Kelli Kohler

09/28/2026

Month of Photography 2027 is approaching fast! Here are some important dates to keep track of.

Visit denvermop.org for more information on submitting open calls, events, signing up for portfolio reviews, applying for the Equity Scholarship, and more!

09/26/2026

The deadline to submit to HOME: States of Belonging is coming up! Apply by Monday, October 12th (11:59 MST).⁠
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HOME: States of Belonging brings together contemporary photo-based artists whose work explores the idea of home as something personal and constantly changing. Rather than focusing on home as a single place, the exhibition looks at how it is shaped by identity, memory, movement, family, work, and community.⁠
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This juried exhibition includes a wide range of photographic practices, such as photography, video, collage, installation, and work that uses archives or alternative image-making processes. ⁠
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In partnership between the Arvada Center, Colorado Photographic Arts Center, and Month of Photography.⁠
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https://arvadacenter.org/galleries/art-submissions⁠
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Image Credit: Arvada Center

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Wednesday	11am - 5pm
Thursday	11am - 5pm
Friday	11am - 5pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm

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