Rencontres d’Arles Discovery Award 2027 — Louis Roederer Foundation Photography
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| Entry Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| General entry | Free |
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| Award | Prize |
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| Prize | 15000 EUR |
About This Competition
Rencontres d’Arles Discovery Award 2027 — Louis Roederer Foundation Photography
The Rencontres d’Arles Discovery Award 2027 supports emerging photography through organisation-nominated exhibition projects. Eligible galleries and art institutions submit one artist or collective and an exhibition proposal by December 8, 2026. The programme includes EUR 15,000 jury acquisition award, EUR 5,000 public acquisition award, and selected exhibitions receive a EUR 3,000 production budget. Free entry; this is not an individual direct-entry photography competition. Submit via the official festival programme application process. Verify the exact application portal with the festival before applying.
Eligibility
Emerging photographers worldwide, nominated through an eligible gallery, art centre or exhibition organisation; individual photographers cannot submit directly.
Application deadline
2026-12-08
Fees and awards
Application is free. Award amount and restrictions are described above.
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FAQs
Who may apply?
Emerging photographers worldwide, nominated through an eligible gallery, art centre or exhibition organisation; individual photographers cannot submit directly.
When is the deadline?
2026-12-08
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This section helps you quickly see whether the opportunity fits you. Always check the complete eligibility rules in the official organiser information before you enter.
Applications only from galleries, art centres, independent exhibition spaces, associations, artist-run spaces and public exhibition institutions worldwide; each organization may nominate one emerging photographer or one collective acting as one artist. Individuals cannot apply directly.
Requirements
Use this as your preparation checklist. Gather the required work, documents, files or supporting information before you start the final submission.
Submit an exhibition proposal through the official Rencontres d'Arles form by December 8, 2026 midnight Paris time. Include organization summary (400 characters), exhibition history, artist bio (700 characters), artist CV and portfolio, proposal (1500 characters), artworks list, scenography simulation, production budget and 10 images. Selected projects receive EUR 3000 production budget. Jury acquisition prize EUR 15000; public acquisition prize EUR 5000, each involving artist and nominating organization. Free entry confirmed by independent listings.
How to Enter
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Eligible exhibiting organization must apply using the application link on https://www.rencontres-arles.com/fr/prix-decouverte-2027-fondation-louis-roederer
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Who can enter this competition?
Applications only from galleries, art centres, independent exhibition spaces, associations, artist-run spaces and public exhibition institutions worldwide; each organization may nominate one emerging photographer or one collective acting as one artist. Individuals cannot apply directly.
What is the submission deadline?
December 8, 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Paris).
Is the competition free to enter?
Entry is listed as Free.
Is this competition online or offline?
The competition mode is listed as Online.
What prize is offered?
The listed prize information is: Cash — EUR 15000.
Where can I find the official entry instructions?
Use the official entry link near the top of this page.
What should I check before submitting?
Submit an exhibition proposal through the official Rencontres d'Arles form by December 8, 2026 midnight Paris time. Include organization summary (400 characters), exhibition history, artist bio (700 characters), artist CV and portfolio, proposal (1500 characters), artworks list, scenography simulation, production budget and 10 images. Selected projects receive EUR 3000 production budget. Jury acquisition prize EUR 15000; public acquisition prize EUR 5000, each involving artist and nominating organization. Free entry confirmed by independent listings.
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