More questions and answers about the members' annual photo exhibit

Here are some more questions and answers about the 20th annual National Press Club members' photo exhibit. Print photos and electronic images for the exhibit are accepted from Aug. 1-16, and will displayed in the Club lobby from Aug. 30 to Sept. 27.

Members can send in up to six pictures for display, four electronic images and two print photos. All pictures must be the member's original work and not displayed in previous Club exhibits. The Photography Team puts on the exhibit and is seeking top-quality electronic images and print photos representing the members' best work.

Full guidelines, including deadlines, can be downloaded from the Photo Team's webpage.

Q. What is that online catalog mentioned in other Wire stories and the exhibit rules?
A. The Photo Team heard from several Club members who wanted to tell more about their print photos and electronic images, so we're collecting those stories with the entry forms, to be published on a separate website. Participation in the online exhibit catalog is optional. If all you want is to send in photos or images, that's fine.

Q. If I send in print photos, can I still take part in the online exhibit catalog?
A. Yes. We set up a separate online form for print photo participants to tell their stories. But you will also need to upload an electronic copy of the print photo for the catalog. You can find the form at https://tinyurl.com/NPCPhotoEx-Prnt

Q. Can I submit photos that are already framed for the print exhibit?
A. No. Frames and glass are not accepted. Print photos in the exhibit are hung on fabric display panels, attached with velcro, so they must be light in weight. Matted mounting and foam-core are the display methods used most often. A Wire story last month [https://www.press.org/news-multimedia/news/show-your-best-print-photos-npcs-annual-exhibit-entries-begin-aug-1] tells more about preparing photos for the print exhibit, including links to DIY videos.

Q. I have photos that some people may find objectionable. Are there any restrictions on content?
A. Please keep in mind that people of all ages and many backgrounds walk through the Club lobby. We ask that exhibitors respect visitors' sensibilities, since in most cases they are on the premises to attend events or meetings, not to see a photo exhibit. The Photo Team reserves the right to remove any photo print or electronic image it considers inappropriate.

Q. Can I tell my social media contacts about participating in the exhibit?
A. Please do. And use the hashtag #NPCPhotoEx.

Q. I have a friend who took some great pictures, but is not a member of National Press Club. Can that person's pictures be displayed?
A. No. Participation in the exhibit is one of the privileges of membership in the Club. If your friend can join [link: https://www.press.org/join] before the Aug. 16 deadline, we'll be glad to accept those images.

More questions? Contact Alan Kotok at [email protected].