Rejected Exhibition
Rejected is an exhibition celebrating the photographs that never made it onto the gallery wall.
We know you put time and care into making work and sometimes sadly, it isn't selected for exhibition.
That doesn't mean it's not good.
It doesn't mean the judges didn't like it.
Often, it's simply not the right fit or the right time.
That's why the District Darkroom Collective has secured a public space dedicated to showcasing your piece on a wall, in real life.
The space to show
Entry is free.
Submit a photographic piece (It can be framed, unframed, printed or presented in another photographic format) that has been rejected or not selected for an exhibition, prize or competition within the last 12 months.
We’ll do our best to hang, display and give it an audience for 2 days as part of The Coburg Makers Market.
So dust off that piece and bring it to us between Monday 22nd July and Wednesday 24th July.
Submission deadline: Friday 17th July 2026
To Enter:
Complete the submission form. Read the T&C’s. Wait to hear from us with further instructions.
We know it’s last minute, but the best work always is …
Your’s Truely,
District Darkroom.
If you are interested in showing your work, go the the Enter Page now.
Rejected Exhibition is presented as part of the Coburg Makers Market.
Opening Night
Friday 24 July 2026
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Exhibition Open
Saturday 25 July & Sunday 26 July 2026
Venue
First Floor
69 Charles Street
Coburg North
Accessibility
Please note that the exhibition space is located on the first floor and is accessible only by stairs.
We apologise that this venue is not wheelchair accessible.
About Us
District Darkroom Collective is made up of Naarm photographers who primarily use analogue practice, however we are open to all forms of photographic styles. Saying that, please understand we are not showing pieces made with extensive use of AI for this time round.