photovogue global open call: tree of life
This year's PhotoVogue Global Open Call is an ode to the awe-inspiring beauty of our natural world and the myriad creatures that populate it.
Our call transcends the search for visual talent, aiming to foster a message of compassion, respect, and admiration for nature and all animals. We advocate for a fundamental shift in how we interact with our planet and its inhabitants, emphasizing not only the magnificence of the natural world but also the profound love and connection between humans and animals, extending this to the broader community of life that surrounds us. In this spirit, we welcome artists who express themselves through photography and video and we embrace all aesthetics, ranging from the authenticity of realism and the creativity of fantasy to the narratives of documentary and the elegance of glam.
In addition to this Open Call, we will integrate Parley's vision and mission into our broader collaborative efforts. Stay tuned for an interview with Parley's founder Cyrill Gutsch here on PhotoVogue to discover more, and we encourage you to take the Parley AIR Pledge. We believe these efforts will provide meaningful insights into environmental stewardship and offer our participants and audience a way to engage more deeply with these critical issues.
Building on the themes of our previous Open Calls, which ranged from the female gaze to challenging stereotypes, we now call for a significant paradigm shift, moving away from an anthropocentric worldview. We seek to inspire awareness of the rights and beauty of all life forms, recognizing the unsustainable trajectory of environmental exploitation. We invite artists worldwide to be the vanguards of this shift, using their art as a tool for change. Your work can be a window into the profound kinship we share with all living beings, acting as a catalyst for empathy and positive action. In crafting this collective tapestry of art, we will showcase the natural world's beauty and remind ourselves of our duty to protect it. This endeavor is more than creating art; it's about nurturing a global community grounded in empathy and respect for all life forms.
The theme "The Tree of Life: A Love Letter to Nature", will not only guide this year's Open Call but will also be the cornerstone of the next PhotoVogue Festival. This alignment will enable us to delve deeper into the theme through exhibitions, talks, and discussions, significantly contributing to the paradigm shift we aim to inspire. The festival will act as an amplifier, a vibrant platform to explore and provoke thoughts, encouraging a holistic approach to our interconnectedness with nature.