Analog Forever Magazine is excited to announce the upcoming online exhibition, “To Infinity and Beyond,” debuting in February 2024. Crista Dix, the esteemed Executive Director at the Griffin Museum of Photography, will masterfully curate this thought-provoking showcase.

We invite you to explore and respond to our unique prompt with your film or analog photography. The most compelling images will be featured in this online show, set to launch on February 12th, 2024. Embrace this opportunity to express your vision!

Prompt: As artists, we are constantly navigating the complex tapestry of life, where shades of grey dominate over simple black and white. “To Infinity and Beyond” seeks to unravel how we inhabit time and space amidst today's challenges, and how we, as visionaries, inspire optimism and lead into the future. Inspired by the unwavering optimism of the iconic Buzz Lightyear, this exhibition is a call to showcase images that elevate us from the mundane, propel us into uncharted realms, and infuse us with joy, laughter, and vitality. We are looking for photographs that not only capture the essence of this theme but also embody the spirit of creativity and the power of images to transform and uplift.

Crista Dix brings her extensive experience, from operating her own photography gallery, wall space creative, to her role at the Griffin Museum. Her background in science, business, and art uniquely positions her to guide this exhibition, emphasizing the visual, emotional, and social impact of photographic art. Under her curation, “To Infinity and Beyond” is not just an exhibition, but a journey into the possibilities of what lies ahead, through the lens of optimism and artistic exploration.

Deadline for Submissions: February 1st, 2024.

ABOUT THE CURATOR

Crista Dix (She/Her/Hers) is the Executive Director at the Griffin Museum of Photography, assuming that role in January of 2022 after two years as the Associate Director.

Before coming to the Griffin Museum in 2020 she spent fifteen years operating her own photography gallery, wall space creative, closing it in 2020 to make the move to New England and the Griffin. Having a career spanning many paths she has a background rooted in science, business and creative art. This well rounded experience provides a solid background to support the Griffin’s mission encouraging a broader understanding and appreciation of the visual, emotional and social impact of photographic art.

Her gallery, wall space, supported emerging and mid-career artists with exhibitions, talks, events and art fairs around the country. As an internationally known gallery, Crista worked with clients all over the world and represented national and international artists. In addition to wall space’s special event and exhibition schedule, it hosted a series of artist lectures, studio and community events.

Ms. Dix, wall space, and the artists who were part of its success believed in giving back, creating a charitable giving program called Life Support. In ten years Life Support worked with over 400 artists, donating over $80,000 to charitable foundations Doctors Without Borders, Direct Relief and Habitat for Humanity. Ms. Dix has written essays about photography, introducing creative artists work to a broader community. She has been a member of numerous panels and discussions on the craft of photography, juried creative competitions and has participated in major portfolio reviews across the country in cities like Houston, Portland, Los Angeles, Santa Fe and New Orleans.