About the Open Call

“Visions for Europe: A Special Project by Der Greif”

Europe – and the world – stands at a crossroads, and we’re looking for powerful photographic perspectives that explore democracy, innovation, and the resilience needed for our collective future.

In collaboration with a private partner hosting a special gathering at Das Tegernsee hotel, Der Greif invites photographers worldwide to submit images that illuminate these themes. This event brings together a select group of Europe’s leading founders, leaders, and change-makers.

Ten chosen works will be reproduced in DIN A5 format (high-quality digital print on offset paper, non-editioned) and shared directly with attendees in their personal spaces—prompting reflection on the most urgent issues shaping Europe’s future. Selected artists will receive a modest license fee and get exposure during the event, as well as through digital extensions. Join us in sparking new ideas and charting fresh paths forward for Europe.

By contributing your photographic perspective to this special initiative, you become part of a dialogue that resonates well beyond the moment—helping to shape how we envision Europe’s tomorrow.

What Selected Artists Receive

1. License Fee: Each of the ten selected artists will receive a modest licensing fee (100€) in recognition of their work.
2. Exposure: Your artwork will be shared with influential participants—around 120 of Europe’s leading founders, leaders, and change-makers—at Das Tegernsee hotel.
3. High-Quality Reproductions: Your selected image will be produced in DIN A5 format (digitally printed, no fine art print) and placed in each attendee’s personal room, ensuring an intimate interaction with your work.
4. Digital Feature: A specific page features your image and artist profile, allowing attendees to learn more about you and your practice.
5. Community & Future Opportunities: While the gathering itself remains confidential, Der Greif's team is part of it, to highlight the collaboration and selected artists among the participants, opening doors to future projects and initiatives.

Voluntary donation

Der Greif is a registered non-profit. In these challenging economic times – especially for arts organizations and artists – we are convinced to provide a vital platform for our community. If you're in the position to support this mission, we value your support.

Since launching Guest Room in January 2015, we've invited a broad range of professionals (gallerists, editors, curators) to create opportunities for artists to share their work and get it in front of an international network they might not have access to otherwise. We are more commited than ever to continue this work.

We suggest a voluntary 9€ donation to help us sustain these efforts. If you'd like to support us further, we also accept regular donations via our Raisely page.

If you're unable to contribute financially, please email voucher-special-2@dergreif.org to receive a 50% or 100% discount code. Your artistic and financial contributions enable our continued growth.

About Der Greif

Der Greif is an award-winning organization for contemporary photography.

We unite diverse voices in the arts, providing a vital platform for talent at early stages in their career. Through monthly grants, a vibrant community, and increasing visibility, we create a springboard for emerging artists, image makers, and photographers, guiding their path into the art world.

Our initiatives are uniquely rooted in crowdsourcing. This consistent approach enables genuine participation for young artists who often lack the resources to join competitions, festivals, and exhibitions or to travel and expand their network.

With our accessible formats and global network, we're democratizing the art world. Our collaborators – guest curators, grant recipients, and featured artists – are among contemporary photography's most significant voices.

Since issue No. 10, Der Greif's annual print edition has been guest-edited by leading contemporary artists, including Jason Fulford, Broomberg & Chanarin, Penelope Umbrico, Sylvie Fleury, Shirin Neshat, and Torbjørn Rødland.

Der Greif collaborates with renowned cultural institutions worldwide, realizing projects with C/O Berlin, Pinakothek der Moderne, Haus der Kunst, Münchner Kammerspiele, FOAM, the Aperture Foundation, Fotomuseum Winterthur, and many others.