Toying With Imagination: A Plastic Camera Exhibition

Some of the most popular cameras today are plastic models. These cameras are making quite a splash in the world of photography, allowing anyone to create fun, breathtaking and experimental images. The Akron Art Museum is inviting locals to submit photographs taken in and around northeast Ohio using these plastic cameras - entries are due September 30. Selected works will be on view in Toying With Imagination: A Plastic Camera Exhibition October 18, 2008 - January 11, 2009. For a little inspiration we’re offering you five different categories inspired by some of the greatest photographers of the 20th century: Diane Arbus – Freaks and Geeks Cindy Sherman – Self-Portraiture Ansel Adams – Landscape Weegee – Life on the Street Warhol – People and Pop Culture > Click here for a complete list of entry guidelines Plastic cameras are available for purchase at the Akron Art Museum store. Click here for more information and exhibition guidelines, call 330.376.9186 x230 or e-mail aCaplan@AkronArtMuseum.org. Photo credit: Arnold Tunstall