Open Call Award Editors’ Picks of October 2025

Judging the recent Open Call Photo Award—with Carol Körting from Leica Foto Magazine on board—showcased an immense pool of talent spanning every genre. The final decision was incredibly tough! Because we simply had to share more exceptional work, we’ve pulled together a selection of editorial favorites that just missed the final cut but absolutely deserve recognition.

Our gratitude goes out to all participants. The level of time and care evident in every submission is what made this competition so high-calibre. Thank you for contributing to its success.

Published November 18, 2025 - Congratulations to all selected artists: Elena Donskaya, Balázs Sipos, Barkat Mehra, Julia Buruleva, Agnès Doolag, Yevhen Kostiuk, Sanghamitra Sarkar, Michael Chlebek, Gowri Sugathan Nair, Frederic Mette, Markus Albert, Renzo Cicillini,

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2026 Visual Story AWARD

Win $2,700 Cash Awards & International Exposure

In February, the Visual Story award seeks to recognize photographers producing compelling narratives in a range of genres, including social documentary, portraiture, street, imaginative storytelling, fine art, travel, and more. Enter today and show us YOUR stories!

  • Win $2,700 in Cash Prizes
  • International Exhibition
  • +955k Instagram Feature
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