Join CENTER this summer for a hands-on Printing Workshop Series, designed to expand access to professional photographic printing resources and education to communities throughout New Mexico.

Join CENTER this month for public programming for A New Mexican Burial, including a Documentary Screening, as well as a Polaroid Workshop with JC Gonzo.

CENTER is pleased to announce Andrew Patteson, Director of Arts and Photography Teacher at Waterford School, Sandy, UT, as the winner of the 2026 Callanan Excellence in Teaching Award.

This weekend is the final chance to experience Elements of Wonder: When Nature Becomes Art by Jon McCormack, before it closes after Monday, May 18. To celebrate the final weekend, we’ll be offering special gallery hours.

Artist Talk • Patterns of Wonder: How Nature and Photography Transform the Mind with Jon McCormack

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, CENTER hosted photographer Jon McCormack for an online artist talk, Patterns of Wonder: How Nature and Photography Transform the Mind, presented in conjunction with his ex...

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CENTER will remain open this weekend for special preview hours of Sống, a photographic exhibition by acclaimed poet, novelist, and essayist Ocean Vuong. The preview coincides with Vuong’s sold-out appearance at the Santa Fe International Literary Festival.

We’re pleased to announce the 2026 CENTER Award and Grant recipients. These selected projects reflect a wide range of perspectives, approaches, and stories from artists working around the world.

Happy Earth Day from CENTER! 🌎 Join us next week for a free talk on environmental photography, Patterns of Wonder: How Nature and Photography Transform the Mind, online via Zoom.

You asked. We listened. Over the years, we’ve heard one question again and again: How can I meet more reviewers at Review Santa Fe? Introducing Super-Speed Portfolio Reviews™. Don't stress over receiving negative feedback—you won’t receive much feedback at all!

onder: When Nature Becomes Art, a photographic exhibition by Jon McCormack. In an age of digital saturation, Elements of Wonder provides a refreshing escape into large-scale images of the environment.

SHOW US WHAT YOU GOT! Today is the final day to apply for the 2026 Calls for Entry, which include the CENTER Awards, $5,000 Project Grants, and Review Santa Fe. The deadline is tonight, Saturday, Feb. 28 at 11:59 PM (MT).

THE TIME IS NOW Since 1994, CENTER Awards have served as catalysts for lens-based artists—offering funding, exhibition opportunities, publication in Lenscratch, and meaningful professional development support. But don’t just take our word for it—from a recent phMuseum article:

For 25 years, photographers have come together in Santa Fe to share work, build careers, and grow in community. Join us for the 25th annual Review Santa Fe—be part of the legacy and apply today! APPLY NOW • centersantafe.org/callsforentry #callsforentry #callforentries #photography

This year marks 25 years of Review Santa Fe. We’re celebrating the incredible artists who’ve been part of it—and our alumni are sharing their Review memories and inviting the next generation to join them.

What can a portfolio review actually lead to? In our latest Substack, Eric Kunsman shares how the CEPA Exhibition Award came to life—and why meaningful outcomes matter.

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 6:00 – 7:00 PM (MT), for an artist talk with Heather Mattera about Weight of It All. Hear directly from the artist about the creative process, the collaboration between mother and son, and the healing power of visual storytelling.

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

As environmental change continues to shape our world, photographers play an important role in observing, interpreting, and responding to these shifts.

The Socially Engaged Award supports projects that engage directly with social issues through sustained, thoughtful photographic practice.

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?

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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