Color, Culture, Continuum – An Asian American Mosaic: A Juried Photography Show
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About the Exhibition
The Asian American Museum at Great Park (AAMGP) is announcing a Juried Photo Art Contest to celebrate storied images of Asian American life. We are creating a visual that highlights our vibrant Southern California Community by inviting photo artists to express their individual and/or shared interpretations of Asian America through their lenses.
Just as a mosaic is composed of countless unique pieces that, together, create a singular work of art, so too is the Asian American experience. Our identity is not a monolith, but a fluid diverse, multiracial, multigenerational spectrum. Both professional and amateur photographers are encouraged to submit black and white and/or color photos for the contest.
We invite you to contribute your creative vision to this mosaic. Our distinguished judges include professional photographers, artists, photo educators, and members of the media.
Winning photographs and other selected photos will be featured at South Coast Plaza in May, 2026 and at Bowers Museum in June, 2026.
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Our Panel of Jurors
We are privileged to have an esteemed panel of jurors to select contest winners.
Executive Director of Photography, Los Angeles Times
Kim Chapin
Kim Chapin has a sharp eye for great photojournalism and is passionate about good storytelling. She spent 18 years as Deputy director of photography at the Boston Globe. Chapin was a member of the Boston Globe team awarded the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting of the Boston Marathon bombings.
Sports Photojournalist, LCAD Faculty Member
Gong Cheng
Gong Cheng has been a juror for multiple China and international photography competitions, and is an experienced visual storyteller whose career spans major global sporting events including the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cups, and Formula One. He continues to cover NFL and NBA games in LA, applying a strong editorial perspective to his work.
Award-Winning Photography Artist
Hiroshi Watanabe
Hiroshi Watanabe has made a name for himself as a master storyteller through his captivating photographs. His ability to showcase diverse subjects such as Kabuki actors, historical artifacts from Tule Lake, and powerful images taken around the world, demonstrates his versatility and passion for exploring different narratives through his art. His photographs have been displayed at museums internationally and here at the J. Paul Getty Museum and LACMA.
Art Enthusiast
Katherine Shen
Katherine Shen is not just an Art Enthusiast; she is a dedicated advocate for the power of art to shape our understanding of the world. With a deep-rooted appreciation for creativity and expression, Katherine believes that art has the ability to challenge perspectives and inspire change in society.
Prizes
We are grateful to our sponsors and supporters who have contributed to an impressive prize list.
Professional Photographer
A professional photographer is someone who is consistently compensated for their photographic work.
Amateur Photographer
An amateur photographer is someone that takes photographs for fun and passion.
Student Photographer
Students are defined as those photographers between 13-18 years of age.
Rules & Forms
Please review and sign the required documents before submitting your photos.
Submissions
Start Date
12/10/2025 8:00 am (PT)
End Date
3/31/2026 11:59 pm (PT)
Fee
$30.00 for up to 3 entries
$10.00 per each additional entry
Submittal for Students 13-18 years of age is free (use promo code student2026)