PhotoIreland FUTURES Talents 2027: Photography and Expanded Image Call for Ireland and UK Artists
PhotoIreland is accepting its FUTURES Talents 2027 call from photographic and expanded lens-based artists based in Ireland or the UK, and Irish or UK artists working abroad. Free entry closes 27 November 2026, 6pm; selected artists receive €500.
Who is the opportunity for?
PhotoIreland is inviting applications for the 10th FUTURES Talent Call, open to contemporary photographers and artists working in photography and its expanded practice. The application is free. Artists based in Ireland or the United Kingdom may apply; Irish and UK practitioners who currently work abroad are also eligible. The organisers assess commitment, the development of the applicant's practice and the relevance of the work, rather than requiring a specific degree or career stage.
Artists whose work explores experimental photography, image culture, lens-based installations and related visual research may find the call relevant. It is not an unrestricted worldwide competition: location or nationality-linked eligibility must be satisfied.
What selected artists receive
Selected artists receive a €500 participation fee and are introduced to FUTURES, a European photography platform connecting member institutions. The support programme includes conversations with international professionals, networking, visibility on the platform, and opportunities to apply for mentorship and workshops.
The FUTURES Annual Event 2027 is planned for October in Vienna, hosted by Foto Arsenal Wien. PhotoIreland states that travel, accommodation and per diem for selected artists attending the annual event are covered. Participation in some exhibitions or optional programmes involves further selection, so these should not be understood as guaranteed solo shows.
Submission checklist and deadline
The complete application must be received by 6pm on Friday, 27 November 2026. Email one compact PDF to the submission address provided on PhotoIreland's official announcement, using FUTURES in the subject line. Include a third-person biography of no more than 200 words, an artist statement, CV, a description of the latest project of up to 500 words, a selection of low-resolution images, and brief details of previous projects if applicable.
Selected artists will later need higher-resolution material, including 15 images and a portrait, to specified print-quality standards. PhotoIreland explicitly states that the deadline is not extended; applicants should submit before the final hours.
Why this is a credible call
PhotoIreland is the Irish member of FUTURES Photography Platform and has organised long-running exhibitions, education, publication and talent programmes in contemporary photography. The open call and complete submission requirements are hosted on PhotoIreland's own website, which also links to previous artists and the selecting jury.
Official announcement and application
Official source: https://photoireland.org/news/open-call-photoireland-futures-talents-2027/