3rd Edition
Open Call for Exhibition Proposals 2026
Applications are open on Monday, November 9th to November 30th
Open Call for Exhibition Proposals 2026 (3rd edition) launches at Elliott Gallery!
Over the past two years, this Open Call has grown into one of the most rewarding initiatives at Elliott Gallery, connecting us with extraordinary photographers across continents, fostering new dialogues, and bringing powerful visual stories to our gallery walls in Amsterdam.
As we enter our third year, our core commitment remains as firm as ever: to serve as a platform for visual storytellers and fine art photographers at every stage of their career. We are not bound by subject matter, technique, or geographic borders. Whether you are an emerging voice, a self-taught practitioner, or an established artist, we are looking for singular perspectives, clarity of vision, and a deep engagement with the photographic medium.
Three selected finalists will be invited to present a 6-week physical exhibition at Elliott Gallery in Amsterdam, with accompanying digital exhibitions on our website. Winning artists will also receive hands-on curatorial mentorship, international exposure across our digital and sales networks, and access to our global community of collectors, curators, and photography professionals.
Take a look at the finalists and winners of our previous editions, read the Terms and Conditions and apply to be one of our next winners!
Three (3) winning artists will be selected for this edition.
Each of the 3 selected winners will receive:
A 6-week feature exhibition at Elliott Gallery in Amsterdam: Opportunity to showcase your work and gain exhibiting experience and curatorial guidance. The exhibition is planned to take place in March/April 2027; the exact dates will be finalised in collaboration with the selected artists. The selected artists will exhibit at:
The Main Gallery: Two winning artists will present their series alongside each other in our main exhibition room, occupying c. 20 m² of dedicated wall space each.
The Green Room: The third winning artist will receive an intimate solo showcase in our separate back gallery room.
Digital Exhibition: A curated online exhibition hosted on our website and digital channels.
Marketing & Global Exposure: Dedicated feature in our email marketing campaigns and newsletters, social media, and direct reach to our international network of collectors, curators, and photography professionals.
The awards
Medium: Fine Art Photography exclusively. Other artistic mediums will not be considered.
Series Size: Submit 1 series per submission, containing up to a maximum of 15 photos. Additional series or photos beyond 20 images will not be reviewed.
Theme & Subject: No specific theme or subject restriction. All concepts and styles are welcome.
Eligibility: Open to photographers worldwide across all career stages, backgrounds, and styles.
Submission Guidelines
How to apply
Complete and submit your application directly on our website via Google Forms by following these steps:
1: Provide a Link to Your Work
Upload your series (up to 15 images) via a personal website portfolio, a cloud folder (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.), or a file transfer link (such as WeTransfer or SwissTransfer), and paste the link into the application form.
Permissions: If using a cloud folder, please ensure your link is set to PUBLIC or granted viewing access to info@elliott.gallery.
Specifications: If you are using a transfer link, please send JPEGs only, max 50 MB total transfer size. (High-resolution print files are not required for the initial submission phase.)
2: Your Artist Statement
Provide a concise text explaining the concept, intent, and artistic narrative behind your proposed series (maximum 200 words).
3: Submit the Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of €35 (≃ $40, £30) per proposal must be paid upon form completion. The fee covers administration costs.
Before proceeding, we kindly ask you to review the Terms and Conditions. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at info@elliott.galler
Jury
Matthew Murray
Photographer
British photographer Matthew Murray explores everyday culture, subcultures, and landscape through a rich, empathetic lens. Awarded First Prize at the 2018 International Photography Awards for his monograph Saddleworth: Responding to a Landscape (published by Elliott Gallery), Murray’s diverse projects span subculture portraits like SKA to striking landscape studies. His work is held in the permanent collections of MoMA New York, the Tate, and the V&A Museum in London.
Leticia Valverdes
Photographer, TV producer and Open Call 2025 Winner
Brazilian artist and TV producer Leticia Valverde creates collaborative photographic projects rooted in identity, self-compassion, and environmental advocacy. A former BBC Planet Earth 3 producer, her work has been showcased at Somerset House and the University of Oxford, and published in The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and Marie Claire. Her recent series directly supports Amazonian indigenous communities through art sales and fundraising.
Addie Elliott
Founder & Curatorial Director of Elliott Gallery
Drawing on nearly three decades in fine art photography, Addie is a leading authority and sought-after adviser to photographers across Europe. She began her career as a curator at the V&A Museum and The Photographers' Gallery in London before founding Elliott Gallery in Amsterdam in 2003. She has produced over 80 exhibitions, represented 30 influential artists, and acts as a mentor and editorial consultant to help photographers build sustainable careers.
Eirini Alexandrou
Fine Art Photography Professional and Associate Consultant at Elliott Gallery
With degrees in Art History and Art Law & Arts Management, Eirini brings seven years of specialised experience in fine art photography. Formerly Gallery Manager at Elliott Gallery, she now works independently as a strategic advisor guiding photographers on portfolio development and market positioning, while serving as a juror for international competitions and contributing to the Dutch platform Photo31.
Eszti Bakos
Curatorial Projects Manager at Elliott Gallery
With an MA in Arts Policy and Cultural Management and a BA in Art Theory, Eszti is an arts professional working across photography, exhibition-making and artist development. Since joining Elliott Gallery in 2024, she curates exhibitions featuring contemporary photographers and archives and manages the gallery’s international travelling exhibitions programme. Alongside her curatorial work, Eszti works with photographers on publicity, publications and external exhibition projects.
Cover photo by Naima El Kadi