Why Apply?

All Submitting Photographers and Artists Receive

• Your work will be reviewed by a diverse international jury of curators, institutional directors and industry leaders.
• Opportunities for exposure across the Open Call materials, social channels and partnerships.

Selected Finalists will Receive:

• Print production and exhibition at International Photography Open Call exhibition spread across Chennai attracting more than 100,000 viewers.
• Promotion and Representation across CPB digital campaigns spanning email, social media and partnership advertising channels both print and digital.
• Dedicated Online Feature via the Open Call website as well as on CPB social channels. 
• Potential to display work in another Indian city in 2026 via a travelling exhibition.
• Potential Digital Showcases at Partner Festivals.