OPEN CALL
OPEN CALL 2026
INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
DEADBOOKS GALLERY · OSAKA, JAPAN
DEADBOOKS Gallery is pleased to announce an international open call for photographers and visual artists worldwide.
The International Contemporary Photography Exhibition aims to bring together diverse perspectives and practices in contemporary photography. There is no fixed theme — we welcome documentary, portraiture, landscape, conceptual, experimental, personal, and other forms of photographic expression.
Emerging and established photographers from all countries are welcome to apply.
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EXHIBITION DATES
Exhibition I
September 16–20, 2026
Exhibition II
September 23–27, 2026
Artists may indicate their preferred exhibition period when applying.
Application Deadline: September 12, 2026
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VENUE
DEADBOOKS Gallery
Junkei Building 220
2-2-28 Minamisenba, Chuo-ku
Osaka 542-0081, Japan
Opening Hours: 13:00–19:00
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ELIGIBILITY
The open call is open to photographers and visual artists worldwide.
* All nationalities and ages are welcome
* Emerging and established artists may apply
* All photographic genres and approaches are accepted
* Digital and analogue photography are both welcome
* Individual works and photographic series are accepted
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EXHIBITION FORMAT
Each selected artist may exhibit:
1–7 works
Each artist will be provided with an exhibition area of:
1m wide × 2m high
Artists are free to determine the number, size, and arrangement of their works within the allocated exhibition area.
Installation will be handled by DEADBOOKS Gallery.
Artists are not required to be present in Japan to participate.
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PARTICIPATION FEE
¥9,000 JPY per artist / tax included
The participation fee includes:
* 1m × 2m exhibition space
* Installation
* Exhibition management
* Gallery promotion and social media coverage
* Exhibition documentation
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PRINTING OPTIONS
Artists may ship their own physical prints to the gallery or use our printing service in Osaka.
Standard Printing
A1 — ¥4,000
A2 — ¥2,000
A3 — ¥1,000
A4 — ¥500
Fine Art Printing
High-quality fine art paper printing is available for artists who require exhibition or collectible prints.
A3 — ¥2,000
A4 — ¥1,000
Maximum size for Fine Art Printing: A3
Printing is optional and is not included in the participation fee.
Artists using our printing service may submit high-resolution JPG files after selection.
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ARTWORK SALES
Artists may offer their exhibited works for sale.
Artist: 80%
Gallery Commission: 20%
Artists are free to determine the selling price of their works.
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HOW TO APPLY
Please submit:
* Artist Name
* Country / City
* Email Address
* Instagram / Website
* 1–7 Artwork Images
* Artwork Title(s)
* Artwork Size(s)
* Short Artist Bio / Project Statement (optional)
* Preferred Exhibition Period:
* September 16–20
* September 23–27
* Either period
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APPLICATION DEADLINE
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026
Applications will be reviewed by DEADBOOKS Gallery.
Selected artists will receive further information regarding participation fee payment, artwork files, printing, shipping, and installation by email.
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SUBMISSION
deadbooksjp@gmail.com
Email Subject:
OPEN CALL – INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY – [ARTIST NAME]
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ABOUT DEADBOOKS GALLERY
DEADBOOKS Gallery is an independent contemporary art space based in Osaka, Japan, with a focus on contemporary photography and visual culture.
Through international exhibitions, artist projects, photography publications, and cultural exchange, the gallery provides a platform for emerging and independent artists from around the world.
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INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
EXHIBITION I · SEP 16–20, 2026
EXHIBITION II · SEP 23–27, 2026
DEADLINE · SEP 12, 2026
1–7 WORKS / ARTIST
1m × 2m EXHIBITION SPACE
PARTICIPATION FEE · ¥9,000
DEADBOOKS GALLERY · OSAKA, JAPAN