Foam Talent Call 2026 is open and moving fast. With a clear timeline, a €30 entry fee and tangible outcomes, it offers emerging image-makers a direct path to publication in Foam Magazine’s Talent issue, a museum exhibition in Amsterdam and a structured programme through 2026. If you track photography challenges and prizes, this is one of the year’s most visible calls.
The call has no theme or age limit. What matters is a coherent practice presented through two series of 8–10 images each, supported by concise statements and a short CV. The window runs from 1 October to 9 November 2025. Selected artists receive a €1,600 fee and a travel stipend framework, publication and multiple exhibition touchpoints. Submissions are handled on Picter, and requirements are precise, which suits anyone preparing work for portfolio photography contests or similar opportunities.
The Foam Talent Call 2026 Prizes
The rewards for being selected as a Foam Talent provide a complete professional platform designed to boost visibility and long-term career growth.
- Publication in Foam Magazine: Each selected artist will have their portfolio published in the Foam Magazine Talent Issue, distributed to a global audience of professionals and enthusiasts.
- Museum and Touring Exhibition: Selected works will be exhibited at Foam in Amsterdam and included in a travelling group exhibition that brings international exposure.
- Collection Acquisition Opportunity: One selected artist’s work will be acquired each year by the Art Collection Deutsche Börse, a leading contemporary photography collection.
- Professional Development: The Foam Talent programme connects artists with curators, editors and peers through a year-long cycle of mentorship, networking and collaborative opportunities.
- Artist Fee and Travel Stipend: Each selected artist receives €1,600 plus a travel stipend (up to €500 within the EU, or €750 outside the EU).
Related Photo Contests
The Categories of the Foam Talent Call 2026
This call does not use categories. Photographers submit two distinct, cohesive series that reflect their practice and voice. In previous editions, selected work has ranged from editorial and documentary approaches to conceptual and fine art directions, and portrait-led narratives connected to portrait or documentary concerns.
Foam Talent Call 2026 Dates and Entry Fees
- Call opens: 1 October 2025
- Deadline: 9 November 2025
- Shortlist announcement: 28 February 2026
- Talent issue publication: 30 May 2026 (Foam Magazine #65: Talent) and programme kick-off
Entry fee: €30
How to Enter:
Apply via Picter. Create an account, complete the form and upload two series with 8–10 JPG images per series (minimum 2000 px on the long edge). Add a clear description for each series (up to 2,000 characters) and a summarised CV (PDF or up to 2,000 characters). Save progress and submit when ready.
Why Enter Foam Talent Call 2026?
The programme focuses on outcomes that truly help build a photographer’s career: publication in a widely read Talent issue, a museum exhibition and a travelling presentation, all supported by a strong professional network of curators, writers and peers. The annual acquisition of one artist’s work by the Art Collection Deutsche Börse reinforces the programme’s institutional impact. For photographers shaping long-term projects, this open call aligns naturally with portfolio photography contests worldwide. It also stands out among the best photography contests and challenges featured on Deartline.
Rules and Copyright
This section about the rules and image rights of the Foam Talent Call 2026 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 targets emerging artists in the early stage of their careers. Submissions must be completed by the stated deadline and include two distinct series with 8–10 images per series (JPG, at least 2000 px on the long edge), a brief description for each series and a summarised CV. Duos and artist names are accepted if real names are provided. Incomplete entries, random selections of images or series outside the 8–10 range are not considered.
Copyright and Image Usage
Artists retain authorship. By submitting, participants grant Foam and Foam Magazine the right to use images for editorial and promotional purposes related to Foam Talent Call and Foam Magazine, with full credit, across media worldwide. Selected artists receive an artist fee and the travel stipend framework described above. Personal data can be used for the purposes of the programme as outlined by the organiser.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website.
