Rapid City Arts Council Invites Community to "Reflect"in New Photography Competition and Exhibition

For Immediate Release: December 10, 2024
Rapid City Arts Council Invites Community to "Reflect"in New Photography Competition and Exhibition

Rapid City, SD — This year, the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is excited to introduce Reflect, the community’s newest photography competition and exhibitions inspired by the Latin term "Reflectere," meaning "to bend back," Reflect invites photographers to explore themes of reflection in both literal and metaphorical ways. 

Photographers of all skill levels, from hobbyists to professionals, are welcome to submit work that captures unique interpretations of reflection—whether through natural reflections in water or glass, or deeper expressions of community, identity, and personal growth. This juried exhibition offers cash prizes across categories, along with a platform for community connection and creativity. \

Photographers are invited to submit their work in three distinct categories: Youth (18 and under), Adult Amateur/Hobbyist (over 18), and Adult Experienced/Professional (over 18).  Prizes for each category are as follows:

• Youth Category: 1st Place: $75; 2nd Place: $50; 3rd Place: $25
• Adult Amateur/Hobbyist Category: 1st Place: $75; 2nd Place: $50; 3rd Place: $25
• Adult Experienced/Professional Category: 1st Place: $100; 2nd Place: $75; 3rd Place: $50

Additional honors include a Best of Show Award with a $125 prize and a People’s Choice Award, which comes with a $100 prize.

Submission Information:

• Deadline for Entries: Friday, January 31, 2025
• Entry Fees: $10 per photo for adults; $5 per photo for youth (after the first five entries)
• How to Enter: Submit entries online at thedahl.org/reflect

Important Dates:

• Exhibition Dates: March 13 – May 3, 2025
• Opening Reception: March 13, 2025 from 5-7pm at the Dahl Arts Center

“We’re excited to see our community’s creativity shine through Reflect,” said Jeannie Larson, Assistant Curator at RCAC. “This exhibition provides an inspiring new way to share stories and perspectives, honoring photography’s unique role in capturing the world around us and within us.”

The reception and awards for the Reflect exhibition will be held on March 13 from 5-7pm. All exhibition opens at the Dahl are free and open for the community to attend. Sponsorship opportunities are available through January 31, 2025.

For additional details, please visit thedahl.org/reflect.

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For More Information:
Maggie Lepa-Wince
Rapid City Arts Council
605.394.4101 x5
[email protected]

The purpose of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion the power of art to bring all kinds of people together, making art more accessible, more integral and more inspiring for the communities we serve.​ RCAC was established by community leaders in 1968 and officially partnered with the city in 1974 to manage the Dahl Arts Center and expand arts and cultural resources. RCAC creates and supports diverse programming in exhibitions, performances, and educational classes. Supported by individual donors and organizations such as the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, the South Dakota Arts Council through the South Dakota Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts, and others, RCAC is committed to enriching the community's artistic and cultural experiences. Located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City, the center offers free admission and is open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Discover more at rapidcityartscouncil.org.