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1854 Media, Magnum Open 'Portrait Of Humanity' Contest
6 September 2018
The publisher of the British Journal of Photography, 1854 Media, and Magnum Photos are accepting submissions for their 'Portrait Of Humanity' photo contest, "a new initiative, aiming to create one of the most far-reaching collaborative photography exhibitions in history."
Newsha Tavakolian. The Iranian photojournalist began working at the age of 16 at the women's daily newspaper Zan.
"We believe that there is more that unites us, than sets us apart," the organizers said, setting the theme.
Entries are open to everyone and to all interpretations of portraiture, the organizers said. "We want to get an insight into the lives of people from across the globe; to capture laughter, courage and sorrow, moments of reflection, journeys to work, first hellos, last goodbyes and everything that happens in between."
Prizes include:
- 200 longlisted images will be featured in the Portrait of Humanity book
- 50 shortlisted images will be exhibited at various locations around the world from September to December 2019
- 3 finalists will share $10,000 in grant awards to create projects that explore their interpretations of humanity
- Receive extensive press coverage
- The chance to be interviewed and featured on BJP-Online
There are three types of entries (associated fees in parentheses): single image ($15), three images ($25) or 10 images ($35). The deadline for submissions is Dec. 11.
For more information see the text of the announcement below.
Introducing Portrait of Humanity. Be Part of the Movement
1854 Media, publisher of British Journal of Photography, together with Magnum Photos, are calling photographers from around the world to enter 'Portrait of Humanity'
We believe that there is more that unites us, than sets us apart.
Portrait of Humanity is a new initiative, aiming to create one of the most far-reaching collaborative photography exhibitions in history.
The Portrait of Humanity photography award is focused on capturing the many faces of humanity. Inspired by individuality, community and unity, it is a unique opportunity for photographers and individuals to celebrate our existence through the power of photography.
We want to get an insight into the lives of people from across the globe; to capture laughter, courage and sorrow, moments of reflection, journeys to work, first hellos, last goodbyes and everything that happens in between.
Entries are open to everyone and to all interpretations of portraiture; self-portraits, group pictures, street photography. Share with us your depiction of humanity.
Prizes
- 200 longlisted images will be featured in the Portrait of Humanity book
- 50 shortlisted images will be exhibited at various locations around the world from September to December 2019
- 3 finalists will share $10,000 in grant awards to create projects that explore their interpretations of humanity
- Receive extensive press coverage
- The chance to be interviewed and featured on BJP-Online
Visit portraitofhumanity.co for more information.