Photography Contest

Foam Talent aims to present a new wave of image-makers.
The open call gives you the chance to be in the spotlight of the international photography world. Being selected as a Foam Talent recognise your artistic potential and gives you the support to jumpstart your career.

What selected artists receive
A portfolio published in Foam Magazine's Talent issue (published early 2024)
Career-building opportunities. Meet and connect to experts and peers throughout the Foam Talent programme, consisting of curators, thought leaders, writers and artists
Be exhibited across multiple Foam touchpoints and gain international exposure: in a show in Amsterdam, one travelling exhibition and our digital platform
Connect to new audiences by participating in events and activities such as talks, masterclasses, podcasts etc.
The chance to become part of a prestigious collection. Every year, the work of a selected artist is added to the Art Collection Deutsche Börse, one of the most important collections of international contemporary photography
Compensation of €1,300 as a selected artist in the full programme (see FAQ's for more info)