The Getxophoto Open Call 2025 welcomes photographers and visual artists to explore its theme “REC” in their work. The 19th edition of this international contest offers winners a showcase at the Getxophoto International Image Festival in Getxo, Spain, June 2025. Open to artists of all backgrounds, the contest examines how visual memory and technology connect in our digital age.
The winners of this online photo contest will receive valuable rewards: a 500€ fee, exhibition space with covered production costs, two nights’ accommodation during opening week, and up to 150€ for travel. The festival’s curators partner with chosen artists to develop their exhibitions, and winners join a network of professionals during the event. Selected work also gains exposure through national and international media.
Mark these key dates: submit by October 31, 2024; shortlist announcement November 25, 2024; and winners revealed November 28, 2024. Entry costs 22€ per project. This contest gives photographers a chance to share their vision globally while exploring important questions about visual media’s future.
The Getxophoto Open Call 2025 prizes
The Getxophoto Open Call 2025 offers not only the prestige of having your work featured at an internationally recognized festival but also financial rewards and practical support to help bring your vision to life. Winners will benefit from:
- A 500€ participant fee (including taxes)
- Exhibition space at the Getxophoto Festival, with all production costs covered by the festival
- Travel support of up to 150€ for international artists and 100€ for national participants
- Two nights’ accommodation during the festival’s opening week (expenses covered by the festival)
- Exposure in national and international media outlets
- Inclusion in the festival’s program, social media, website, and printed materials
- Opportunities to connect with curators, art professionals, and fellow photographers during the event
These prizes are designed to provide artists with financial and logistical support, helping them not only showcase their work but also engage with a wider artistic community. With the festival’s strong focus on promoting visual arts in public spaces and its dedication to fostering conversations around contemporary photography, winning this contest can be a significant career milestone.
The categories of the Getxophoto Open Call 2025
The Getxophoto Open Call 2025 focuses on the theme “REC”, exploring how photography and visual media are evolving in the face of technological advancements. Unlike many other contests, this competition is not divided into categories. Instead, artists are encouraged to submit projects that align with the overarching theme, allowing for a wide range of creative interpretations. Whether working in still photography, video, or mixed media, participants should consider how their work responds to the concept of recording, archiving, and the contemporary role of images in memory and society.
The festival’s curators are looking for projects that challenge conventional ideas and provoke thought on the use of visual media. Submissions should not only demonstrate technical proficiency but also a deep conceptual understanding of the theme.
Submission deadlines and entry fees
The key dates for the Getxophoto Open Call 2025 are as follows:
- Submission Deadline: October 31, 2024, 11:59 p.m. CET (Spanish time)
- Shortlist Announcement: November 25, 2024
- Winner Announcement: November 28, 2024
- Exhibition: June 2025, during the Getxophoto Festival
The cost of submitting a project is 22€ per entry. For artists facing financial hardship, particularly those from war-torn countries or refugee camps, there is an option to request fee waivers by contacting the festival organizers. The registration process is simple and entirely online, which ensures an easy and user-friendly experience for entrants from across the globe.
For more information and to enter the competition, visit: getxophoto.com
