1. Introduction

Worldwide Streets is a non-profit initiative dedicated to supporting and promoting contemporary street photography through exhibitions, collaborations, and community-driven projects.

This open call is part of our upcoming exhibition in Amsterdam (June 16–21, 2026), and aims to both showcase new photographic voices and support a charitable cause.

Net proceeds from this open call, defined as funds remaining after payment processing fees, platform costs, taxes, and essential operational expenses, will be donated to Through the Eyes of Children.

By submitting work, participants agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

Participants experiencing technical issues must contact us promptly.

The open call runs from May 3 to May 27, 2026 (23:59 CET)

2. Eligibility

Open to photographers worldwide aged 18 years or older. Participation is open to both emerging and established photographers. Entries are void where prohibited by local law.

3. Submission Guidelines

Participants may submit up to three photographs. All work must be original and owned by the entrant. Images may be captured anywhere in the world. Both film and digital photography are accepted. Each image is reviewed individually, not as part of a series or set.

AI-generated images are not accepted. Submitted images must not contain watermarks, borders, or signatures.

4. Submission Process

All entries must be submitted via the official submission platform before the stated deadline. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Files must comply with the technical specifications outlined in the submission form.

5. Entry Fees

A submission fee applies depending on the number of images entered. All fees are non-refundable, except in the case of verified technical issues. Payments are securely processed via PayPal or Stripe.

Worldwide Streets does not store, process, or have access to any payment information.

6. Selection Process

All submissions will be reviewed by an international jury panel.

The judging process is conducted anonymously. Identifying information such as name or social media handles will not be visible to the jury during the review process.

Four photographers will be selected for exhibition.
The jury’s decision is final. No individual feedback is guaranteed.

7. Rights and Usage

Artists retain full copyright of their work.

By submitting, participants grant Worldwide Streets a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to exhibit selected work and to use images for promotion across website, social media, press, and partner communications. All images will be credited to the artist.

Usage is limited to activities directly related to the open call and Worldwide Streets.

Artists are responsible for securing any necessary permissions prior to submission, where applicable. By entering, participants confirm that their work complies with all applicable laws and does not infringe on any third-party rights.

While Worldwide Streets and the hosting gallery support and showcase the selected work, they cannot accept liability for any third-party claims arising from submitted content.

8. What Selected Photographers Receive

Selected photographers will receive:

• An individually assigned exhibition space for one image

• High-quality professional printing A3 format

• Hanging system and installation materials

• Inclusion in the exhibition’s marketing campaign, flyers etc.

• Promotion via Street Grammers (approximately 200K audience)

• An artist wall label including profile and QR code

9. Exhibition

Selected photographers will be exhibited in Amsterdam (June 16–21, 2026).

Worldwide Streets reserves the right to curate the final image selection and determine print format, size, and display method. Production details will be communicated to selected photographers.

10. Disqualification

Worldwide Streets reserves the right to disqualify any submission that violates these Terms and Conditions, contains false or misleading information, infringes on third-party rights, or includes prohibited or inappropriate content.

Disqualified entries are not eligible for refunds.

11. Liability

Worldwide Streets is not responsible for technical issues affecting submissions, loss or corruption of uploaded files, or claims arising from submitted content.

Participants agree to indemnify Worldwide Streets against any legal claims related to their submissions.

12. Privacy

Personal data will be used solely for managing submissions and communication regarding the open call. Data will not be shared with third parties without consent.

13. Acceptance

Participation in this open call constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.