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Open Call: Emerging Berlin von Fotografiska


Einsendeschluss: 31.12.2024

Emerging Berlin - Fotografiska

(english version only)

Emerging Berlin is a program devoted to researching, supporting and showcasing new voices from Berlin. Selected through an open call for proposals, the program will exhibit six artists per year in Fotografiska Berlin's graffiti hall - a historically important and meaningful space for Berlin’s artistic community. The exhibiting artists receive a solo exhibition, mentorship, press and media opportunities, and direct professional exchange with experts from the field. The program will also include workshops and portfolio reviews open to the public, to continue to support local talent.

Selection Criteria

  • Telling a unique story about Berlin from a distinct point of view

  • Active participation in a Berlin community

  • Sharing our mission in promoting and celebrating local artistry

  • Unique artistic language

  • Innovative approach to storytelling

  • Showcasing relevant contemporary Topics


Requirements

  • Upcoming artists: photographers at the early stage of their career

  • All ages welcome

  • Photographic series on Berlin; unique stories about and by the city

  • Submissions of 15-20 images

  • Video works welcome, but focus on photography

  • PDF format (no links or single images)

  • Applications must include artist bio and project/artist statement


Submit your proposal via the website. The exhibitions curatorial team then decides on the next exhibiting artist. The team includes Marina Paulenka (Director of Exhbitions), Thomas Schäfer (Exhibitions Manager), Yolandé Gouws (Exhibitions Manager) and Marie-Luise Mayer (Exhibitions Associate).

For more Information click here.