About

With the support of photo basel, Picter and Form., we are proud to launch the Form Photo Award 2026 dedicated to contemporary photography. This annual photography competition is dedicated to discovering emerging voices, fresh aesthetics, and thought-provoking themes. It aims to foster global dialogue, intellectual exchange, and cross-cultural solidarity within the art community.

Last years, alongside receiving a cash prize, the winners of the Form Photo Award had their projects exhibited in Paris, and during Miami Scope with Form Gallery. For 2026, the the winners will receive free participation in photo basel Fair 2026 during Art Basel.

Exhibiting at this leading-edge art fair—attended annually by over thousands gallerists, curators, collectors, critics, and photography professionals—offers an unparalleled opportunity to reach new audiences, gain meaningful recognition, and connect with key figures in the international photography scene.

The winning projects will also be featured in Form Magazine, providing further exposure to an international readership and enhancing the artists’ professional visibility.

Our previous winners’ exhibition at Miami Art Scope was attended by over 80,000 visitors. Works by past winners were sold to private collectors and institutions, providing an incredible opportunity to advance their careers and establish themselves in the high-end art market

Main prize

The top five winners will have their projects exhibited at the photo basel Art Fair in June 2026, during Art Basel Week, where they will be seen by thousands visitors. The winning projects will also be featured in Form. Magazine, offering international exposure, professional visibility, and the opportunity to connect with collectors and art professionals and sell their works. The exhibition will be fully organized and funded by Form.Gallery, including printing and logistics.

Shortlist

Ten shortlisted artists will be part of a digital exhibition at photo basel Art Fair during Art Basel. Their works will be included in the official exhibition catalogue and published in Form Magazine.

Longlist

Photographers selected for the longlist will receive personalized Submission Reviews. We believe that every artist deserves thoughtful insight into their work, and these reviews are designed to support your artistic development and increase your success in future photography competitions. Longlisted artists will receive detailed, constructive feedback from experienced professionals in the field.

Form is a multidisciplinary institution encompassing a gallery, magazine, publishing house, and educational platform, committed to the advancement of contemporary photography. It serves as a catalyst for critical engagement and artistic development by curating exhibitions, disseminating photographic works, and offering educational initiatives that support emerging and established practitioners in the field