5TH EDITION OF “OPEN CALL” FOR EMERGING LEBANESE PHOTOGRAPHERS

ART DISTRICT CELEBRATES ITS 5TH YEAR WITH HOMAGE TO THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY 5th Edition of “Open Call” for Emerging Lebanese Photographers In support of Lebanese artistic photography, ART DISTRICT Gallery is launching the 5th edition of its “Open Call for Lebanese Photographers.”For the fifth consecutive year, this initiative aims to recognize the talent of emerging photographers, including non-professionals, while encouraging them in their artistic journey and supporting the next generation of visual artists.Maher Attar, founder of ART DISTRICT and a photographer himself, strongly supports this initiative as part of his ongoing commitment to promoting Lebanese photography and giving visibility to emerging talents. From May 14th until June 13th, 2026, applications will be accepted from photographers across Lebanon. Selection ProcessA pre-selection of artists will be carried out, from which 8 to 10 candidates will be chosen for this fifth edition of promising talents. The selection will reflect richness, diversity, and artistic excellence. ExhibitionFor 4 weeks, from August 5th to August 29th, 2026, ART DISTRICT will exhibit the works of the selected candidates. Their artworks will also be offered for sale, helping support and encourage these artists to continue pursuing their creative paths.Important DatesSubmission Deadline: June 13th, 2026Selected Candidates Announcement: June 23rd, 2026 Submission GuidelinesPlease send your portfolios to [email protected] before May 20th, 2026Email Subject:OPEN CALL FOR LEBANESE PHOTOGRAPHERSIn your email, please include:Your full nameYour contact detailsUp to 10 images of your work in JPG formatWork in any photographic medium is accepted except smartphone photographyIf selected, further information will be requested as necessary. Selection CriteriaYour work will be presented anonymously to the organizersSelection will be based entirely on the quality of your work Participation FeeThe participation fee is $650, which includes:Printing and framing of up to 4 images maximum per candidateAssistance throughout the processInstallation and hanging of the artworksOpening cocktail receptionSocial media and press coverage All artwork sales will go 100% to the photographers.ART DISTRICT Gallery will take no commission on sales. Best of luck to all applicants!