PhotoVogue's 2026 Global Open Call: Creativity as Rebellion

PhotoVogue's 2026 Global Open Call invites artists to submit projects that challenge the status quo and provoke thought through compelling visual storytelling.

By Clara JensenJun 17, 2026
PhotoVogue's 2026 Global Open Call: Creativity as Rebellion

PhotoVogue's 2026 Global Open Call: Creativity as Rebellion

The PhotoVogue Global Open Call 2026 invites artists worldwide to submit works symbolizing courage and defiance against indifference, from May 14 to September 11, 2026.

Open Call Details

When: May 14, 2026, to September 11, 2026 (11:59 PM CET).

Where: Online via Picter

Who: Open to all artists aged 18 and above.

What: Photography, video, and multimedia projects in genres like fashion, documentary, and fine art, showcasing a strong viewpoint and visual language.

Why Participate?

The open call encourages artists to create memorable images that resist repetition and hold viewers' attention amidst a rapidly evolving visual culture.

Grants and Opportunities

$12,000 in grants will be awarded to three artists:

  • $6,000 – Outstanding Vision Grant for work expanding visual language boundaries.
  • $4,000 – Vision Grant for a strong, singular perspective.
  • $2,000 – Rising Voice Grant for emerging artists with clarity and originality.

Selected works will be presented at the PhotoVogue Festival and considered for publication across Vogue's global editions.

Submission Guidelines

Eligible submissions include up to 15 images or a mix of images and video for multimedia projects, and a 60-second video trailer. AI-generated works are not eligible. Artists who previously applied to PhotoVogue are encouraged to submit new projects.

For more details and to submit, visit PhotoVogue's submission page.

Source: https://www.vogue.com/article/brave-new-visions-creativity-as-rebellion-a-global-open-call-by-photovogue