Short Description
The Open Doors Photo Prize is an exciting open call for emerging artists working within the first ten years of their practice. For years, Open Doors Gallery has discovered, promoted and showcased early career artists across all genres of contemporary photography. Returning for its fifth year, this open call continues that mission, fostering long-term relationships with artists worldwide.
Eligibility
OD Photo Prize 2025 is open internationally to all artists working with photography. The selection process for the prize is based on a body of work, and is judged on the excellence, context and quality of the work submitted.
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Grand Prize:
- £2,000 prize
- Includes £1500 cash prize supported by Open Doors Gallery
- Includes £500 print credit supported by Metro Imaging
- An exclusive interview will be presented on the 1000Words Magazine website in conjunction with the Winner announcement
- Long term mentorship through Open Doors Gallery
- Listed on the OD Artist page & Artsy platform for at least one year, presenting available artworks from their submitted projects
- Exhibited in London as part of the OD Photo Prize group exhibition
2 x Runners-Up:
- Long term mentorship through Open Doors Gallery
- Invited to be listed on the OD Artist page & Artsy platform for at least one year, presenting available artworks from their submitted projects
- Exhibited in London as part of the OD Photo Prize group exhibition
Metro Mentorship Award:
- Tailored mentorship programme designed to support the awarded artist through any aspect of their career development which they deem vital
- A unique opportunity to gain ongoing 1:1 advice and guidance from Professor Steve Macleod, Creative Director at Metro Imaging, to help nurture and expand their practice
Juror’s Choice Awards:
- Each member of the Jury will have the opportunity to select one artist from the Longlist that they feel deserves a special mention [and the opportunity to be exhibited at the OD Photo Prize exhibition]
InCadaques Award:
- This year we are delighted to introduce the InCadaques Award
- The founders and directors of this renowned Festival in Spain will select one artist from the Longlist to exhibit in some form at next year’s Festival The form this presentation will take will depend on the nature of the work presented [so an exhibition, projection, installation etc.]
AJ Page Award:
- The People’s Choice award is for exceptional single images selected by Open Doors Gallery from this years Longlist of artists
- The 10 artworks selected will be posted to the @odtakeovers feed and voted for in the comments by the public
- At least one will then be included in the OD Photo Prize group exhibition and online show
New for 2025: Lürzer’s Archive Profile+ Award
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity in partnership with Lürzer’s Archive – the internationally respected platform spotlighting outstanding creative talent. This year, one artist selected from the OD Photo Prize Longlist will be awarded a complimentary Profile+ listing on Lürzer’s Archive’s global directory of creative professionals. This premium profile offers increased international visibility and access to a network of leading creatives, agencies, and industry decision-makers. It’s a powerful platform to showcase your work and elevate your profile within the global creative community.
Entry Fee
£17 entry fee [Approx. €20.50 / $23USD]
Location
London, United Kingdom
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 12 August 2025
Website Link: https://opendoors.gallery/od-photo-prize
