Entanglement Open Call by PEP Photography is the kind of opportunity that can sneak up on even the most plugged in photographers. It is not a typical prize ladder with a single winner. It is a curated selection for a real-world group exhibition in Berlin, built around a theme that feels uncannily current. The deadline is March 26, 2026, and the selected works will be exhibited at B-Part Exhibition in Berlin in July 2026.
The theme is “Entanglement”. It asks for images that explore connections and interdependence, from intimate relationships to ecological, political, technological, and conceptual systems. Entries can be single images, a set of three images, or a series of up to ten. The entry fees are €5 for one image, €10 for three images, and €15 for a series. Selected artists are included in the exhibition, and an exhibition catalog featuring all selected artworks is released on opening day. For photographers browsing the best photography contests, this open call stands out for its clear curatorial frame and its physical exhibition outcome.
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Prizes
Selected artists will take part in a group exhibition at B-Part Exhibition in Berlin (July 2026), presented through a collaboration between PEP and loop, raum für aktuelle kunst.
Production support for exhibited works is provided. The organizers state that they handle the production of artworks, including printing, mounting, and framing, and cover costs related to production and the general exhibition.
Catalog publication is included. An exhibition catalog featuring all selected artworks is released on the opening day, and participating artists receive the catalog for free.
Opportunity to sell works may be offered during the exhibition. Works can be listed for the public with prices as part of a special edition approach described in the rules, and selected artists can choose whether they want to participate in sales.
If you are specifically looking for opportunities that emphasize exhibition and publication prizes, this call aligns closely with that format.
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Categories or Themes
This Entanglement Open Call by PEP Photography is built around a single theme, “Entanglement”, interpreted broadly through human and non-human relationships, personal or collective narratives, and social, ecological, political, technological, or conceptual perspectives. That breadth makes it suitable for work that sits between genres, including documentary approaches and more constructed or experimental visual languages.
Dates and Entry Fees
Below are the key timeline details and the submission costs for this open call.
- Application deadline: March 26, 2026
- Group exhibition: July 2026 (Berlin, Germany)
Entry fees:
- Single image: €5
- Three images: €10
- Series (up to 10 images): €15
How to Enter
Submissions are made via the official submission form linked on the Entanglement Open Call page. Applicants choose one submission option, either a single image, three images, or a series of up to ten images.
Images are submitted in digital format. The open call page requests JPEG/JPG files up to 2 MB each, with filenames that include the photographer’s last name, first name, and a sequential image number. The rules page also allows TIFF, and notes that higher-resolution files will be requested from selected artists.
About the Jury
PEP states that each exhibition jury is composed by its founder and curator together with curators from partner organizations and invited artists. For the Entanglement exhibition, the named jury members are Rüdiger Lange (loop, raum für aktuelle kunst) and Bénédicte Blondeau (founder and curator of PEP).
Why Enter Entanglement Open Call by PEP Photography?
Entanglement Open Call by PEP Photography is designed for photographers who want a clear curatorial premise and an in-person exhibition outcome. The venue is in Berlin, and the selection is made by a jury tied directly to the organizing platform and the partner gallery context. For artists building exhibition experience, this matters because the project is framed from the start as a collective show, not just an online award announcement.
The theme is also wide enough to accommodate different practices without becoming vague. A tightly edited personal series can fit alongside work that speaks to systems, infrastructure, ecology, or technology, as long as the images make the idea of connection visible. That makes it a strong option for photographers who also follow conceptual photography contests, and for those comparing more photography competitions to enter with a tangible exhibition result.
Finally, the submission options are friendly to different stages of work. A single image can compete on its own, while a longer series can be assessed as a body of work. That flexibility can help photographers submit what they already have, rather than reshaping a project to match a rigid category list.
Rules and Copyright
This section about the rules and image rights of the Entanglement Open Call by PEP Photography has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you review the complete rules provided by the contest.
Rules
Eligibility is limited to photographers aged 18 or older.
Submissions must be digital files. No signatures, stamps, or identifying marks are allowed on the images.
Submissions are not accepted after the deadline, and selected artists are notified by email.
The entry fee is non-refundable, and submitting does not guarantee selection.
There is no stated limit to the number of entries per artist. Collaborative works are allowed.
Digital image manipulation is permitted. The use of artificial intelligence is allowed if it is clearly stated in the artwork description section of the submission form.
Images that include inappropriate or offensive content, including violence or rights violations, can be discarded.
Copyright and Image Usage
Copyright remains with the author. By entering, applicants allow PEP to use submitted images and related text for online communication and printed materials connected to promoting photographers’ work and PEP’s exhibitions and open calls, with artist names credited alongside images.
Entrants warrant that their submission is original and does not infringe third-party rights, and they are responsible for securing permissions from identifiable people or property owners when needed.
Selected works are exhibited in digital production form, with the organizers stating they handle printing and framing. Catalog shipping may be available for artists who cannot attend, with shipping costs covered by the artists.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website.
