Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts

ART TAKE IN: Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition and Competition
2026-02-20 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts, 152 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
We have so many talented photographers in our area! Several years ago The Guild added an annual photography competition and exhibition to show off their talents. Sometimes the annual show will involve a particular theme, while other years will employ a “photographer’s choice” to allow photographers to enter photos of any subject they prefer. After all, we’ve all have our favorite topics.

In 2021, we lost one of our amazing photographer members, and the annual photography show now carries his name in memoriam. Dwight J. Dennis was always a huge supporter of our members, our community, and The Guild. He was a cheerleader for all our shows, but this one had a special place in his heart, since photography was his passion. The annual photography show is now entitled: Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition and Competition.

Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 2 honorable mentions. Prize money will be $300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place & $100 for 3rd place. Honorable Mentions may be given at the judge’s discretion. All entries must be no more than 5 years old and must not have previously won a ribbon in a Stanly Arts Guild show. In 2026, this show will be on display at The Stanly Arts Guild from February 24th thru March 21st.
