The grant program was established in 1975 to encourage the creation of new work and scholarship in Central New York. The grants include a cash award of $2,000, an exhibition at Light Work, and publication in Contact Sheet. The grant is given annually to three Central New York photographers, critics, or photo-historians.

Applicants must reside in one of the following Central New York Counties:

Broome, Cayuga, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Schuyler, Seneca, St. Lawrence, Tioga, or Tompkins.

Submissions are reviewed by a panel of judges who reside outside the eligible geographic area, and grants will be awarded on the strength of the candidate's portfolio and application. Light Work interprets the medium of photography in broad terms and encourages the submission of work produced with new and traditional technologies.

The application form for the 36th Annual Light Work Grants is now available online by clicking here. You can also stop by and pick up an application in person.

Applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2010 or delivered in person to:
Light Work, 316 Waverly Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13244

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