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Landscapes in Black and White
An Interactive Community Display

Open Call for Photo Submissions

In conjunction with the Ansel Adams at Manzanar exhibition (on display November 11, 2006, through February 18, 2007), photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to submit a black & white photograph capturing the memories and the long-term impact of the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans.

The purpose of this community display is to explore how photographs capture the feelings and emotions behind historical events—in particular the Japanese American World War II experience—and focuses on the following photographic themes: landscapes, portraits, and community life. Black & white photographs showing the long-term impact of and reactions to the camps (i.e. camp pilgrimages and reunions, civil rights demonstrations, etc.) are also encouraged.

You do not need to be a photographer or artist to participate. There is no entry fee and everyone is encouraged to participate.

Photographs will be displayed at the National Museum as a part of the Landscapes in Black & White interactive display as well as online at the Discover Nikkei web site (www.discovernikkei.org). Photos selected to be a part of the exhibition are at the sole discretion of the National Museum staff.

Please review the following submission guidelines carefully.

Photo Submission Guidelines

1. Each person may only submit one digital black & white photograph
2. Submissions will only be accepted via email. Photographs—either digital or print—will not be accepted via mail or in person at the National Museum.
3. Photo must be original and not a reproduction of another image. Photo must be owned in entirety by the submitter and not infringe upon any trademark or copyrights.
4. Photos must be suitable for public viewing, including children. Photos that are deemed inappropriate will not be shown.
5. All photos must meet the following digital requirements:

• Images must be in JPEG (.jpg) format.


• Files cannot exceed 2MB in size.

Deadline: Images may be submitted beginning October 27, 2006. Final submissions will be accepted until January 31, 2007.

Submit your image to landscapes@janm.org along with the following information:

1. Who was the photographer?
2. Where and when was the photo taken?
3. What does this photo mean to you? (30 word max)

By submitting your photo to the Japanese American National Museum, you are agreeing to allow the Museum to use your image in the Landscapes in Black and White community display, both at the Museum in Los Angeles and online at the Discover Nikkei web site, and in associated publicity for the display.