World Biennial of Student Photography Contest 2023

Deadline: October 27, 2023

The Student World Biennial, organized by the Academy of Arts at the University of Novi Sad, commenced its journey in 2004. In that very year, the inaugural Biennial of Student Poster took place, marking the inception of a tradition. Subsequently, the Biennial of Poster has been hosted during odd-numbered years, while the Biennial of Photography has graced even-numbered years.

From its inception in 2004, the World Biennial of Student Photography has blossomed into a vital platform fostering the exchange of ideas and cultural interactions. Today, it proudly stands as the pioneering event in its region, dedicated to showcasing the accomplishments of local and international students in the realm of photography. The event brings together students’ works through a competitive selection process, creating a collective exhibition that offers insights into diverse pedagogical approaches from art institutions around the globe.

Prizes

1st prize: € 1000

2nd prize: € 600

3rd prize: € 300

3 Honourable mentions

Special prize awarded by non-government organization “Vojvodina OK” for the best student project in the national category.

All the entrants who pass the selection for the exhibition will be sent a certificate of participation by email.

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Eligibility Criteria and Submission Information

1. The World Biennial of Student Photography is open to all undergraduate and graduate students of academies and colleges where the discipline of photography is part of the curriculum.
2. Theme: there is no prescribed theme to the competition; we welcome all subjects and themes realized within the study programme. All photographs must represent the student’s original work created as part of photographic practice at their educational institution, which is verified in application form.
3. All participants must be full or part-time students enrolled into an academic institution (university or college) at the time of applying for the competition.
4. Number of works: Each student can submit up to ten (10) photographs which are done as part of academic assignment. This can be accompanied with a short description of the work in English (up to 200 words) – an artist statement.
   *If the work submitted are in the form other than traditional photography work (such as photo book, photographic installation etc.), please send both the selected photographs and provide the link to the website page where the whole body of work is presented.
5. Format: the shorter side of the image should not exceed 35cm, 300 dpi sRGB, JPG or PDF. The files should not exceed 10 MB per image. The name of the photography files must contain the name and surname of the student. For example if student’s name is Johann Strauss the file name should be Johann Strauss 1.jpg, Johann Strauss 2.jpg, Johann Strauss 3.jpg.
6. Technique: There are no limitations on techniques or realization of the photographs.
7. There is no entry fee.

Application Procedure

• Apply through the online entry form and submit all required entry materials HERE
• The results of the competition will be published on the Student World Biennial website shortly after the deadline
• All submitted works will become a part of the special Biennial collection at the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad and can be used in didactic and promotional purposes by both the Biennial and the Academy.
• The information on the entry form will be used in the exhibition’s catalogue and other Biennial publications.
• By applying to the contest, the entrants accept the terms of the Biennial exhibition organizer.
• The Selection Board is entitled to reject (not to exhibit) those works that are not in agreement with the undisputed world standards on human rights to identity, nation, religion, language and the like.
• The organizers of the Biennial cannot transfer rights to a third party for using and reproduction of works from the Biennial.
• Preliminary and final results of the competition will be announced on website of the Student World Biennial.

Application Registration Deadline: 27th October 2023

To Apply: Click here
Official Website: Click here