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ANNUAL MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION
OPEN CALL
OVERVIEW
SALON is Photofusion’s annual group exhibition celebrating the depth and diversity of contemporary photographic work created by our Members.
Selected and curated by the Photofusion team, SALON brings together a wide spectrum of photography in our Brixton gallery.
Since 2008, it has become a cornerstone of our membership programme: a lively and inclusive celebration of photographic practice in all its forms. It is an incredible chance for our Members to have their work up in our gallery, discover and network with other emerging photographers, and win awards - including the £3,000 Glover-Rayner Prize and, for the first time, the Salon Solo Award.
| Submissions Open | 10:00 Tuesday 15 September 2026 |
| Submissions Close | 18:00 Saturday 17 October 2026 |
| Artists Notified | Week of 19 October 2026 |
| Work Delivery Deadline | Friday 20 November 2026 |
| Exhibition Opens | Tuesday 1 December 2026 |
who can apply
SALON/26 is an exclusive opportunity for Photofusion Members. Entry to the exhibition and awards is completely free for Photofusion Members.
Not a member yet? Join our community today so you are ready to submit as soon as applications open on 15 September.
- Free entry to SALON/26 open call and prizes
- Exclusive discounts across darkroom hire, film processing, digital printing, courses, studio rental, and scanning
- Access to the Members' Room, monthly Saturday Sessions, portfolio reviews, and community events
- Priority booking across all Photofusion talks, workshops, and masterclasses
what you can submit
We welcome photography across all genres, styles, and visual approaches.
- SALON Group Show: Submit 1 image/piece.
- Salon Solo Award: Submit 5 images from a single project (1 main + 4 additional).
- File Specifications: Jpeg. sRGB. Minimum 3000px on the longest side.
- No Time Restrictions: Work can have been made at any point in time.
- New to SALON: Submissions must not have been entered into a previous Photofusion SALON open call.
- Solo Award Eligibility: Project must not have been previously presented as a solo show elsewhere.
prizes and opportunities
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Established during Photofusion’s 30th anniversary year by founding members Gina Glover and Dr Geof Rayner.
Awarded to one Salon/26 exhibitor, this prize recognises work that raises questions about our fragile environment and pressing issues of climate change, sustainability, and biodiversity. We encourage submissions interpreted in the broadest sense - including artists who make work sustainably or reflect these wider issues within their creative practice.
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Moving from our longstanding prize of the SELECT exhibition, Photofusion is now offering the Salon Solo Award, giving one artist the opportunity to develop a full body of work into a standalone solo exhibition, staged within 12 months.
Award Package Includes:
1-week solo exhibition in our Main Gallery
£250 artist fee + £500 Photofusion production budget
Curatorial mentoring + 1-year membership extension
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Three artists will be selected from the main exhibition to recognise work of exceptional skill, quality and poignancy.
Award Package Includes:
1-on-1 portfolio review with the Photofusion Curatorial Team
Dedicated Instagram takeover feature
1-year membership extension
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HOW TO APPLY
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Access the Application Form
Submissions are completed online via the entry form, which will go live on this page when entries open at 10 am on Tuesday 15 September 2026.
You will need your active Photofusion Membership Number to complete the form.
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Submit to SALON/26
Submit 1 image/piece to be considered for the main group exhibition, curated by the Photofusion team.
File Specifications-
Format: JPEG
Dimensions: Minimum 3000px on the longest edge
Color Space: sRGB
File Naming: Firstname_Lastname_Title.jpg
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Awards
The Glover-Rayner Prize (£3,000)
Uses your main 1-image submission.
Tick the opt-in box + add a short environmental statement (max 200 words).
The Salon Solo Award
Requires 4 additional images (5 total, same specs) from a single series to show project depth.
Tick the opt-in box + add a short project statement (max 250 words).
Must not have been exhibited as a solo show previously.
Highly Commended Awards
All applicants will be considered and 3 will be chosen. Requires no further action than the initial SALON/26 application of 1 image/piece.
25% discount on digital printing
Artists selected for the SALON group show receive an exclusive 25% discount on in-house digital printing at Photofusion to prepare their work for display.
frequently asked questions
Can I submit a series or multiple individual images?
For the main SALON group exhibition, you submit 1 single image. If you opt in for the Salon Solo Award, you submit 5 images from a single project (1 primary image for the group exhibition, plus 4 supporting project images).
If I enter the Solo Award, which image is considered for the group show?
Your primary image (Image 1) is evaluated for inclusion in the main group show, whilst all 5 images are judged together by the panel for the Solo Award.
Are there any restrictions on theme, medium, or style?
No. We welcome all photographic genres, visual approaches, and mediums, including digital, analogue, alternative processes, and mixed-media photography.
What file specifications should I use for image uploads?
Upload JPEGs saved in sRGB colour profile, sized to a minimum of 3000px on the longest side, and under 10MB in file size per image.
Can I submit analogue prints or alternative processes?
Yes. You will just need to upload a high-resolution digital scan or photograph of the physical piece (minimum 3000px on the longest side) for curation and specify the intended display dimensions on your form.
Can I edit my submission after submitting?
Once submitted, applications are final. If you make a mistake, contact the Photofusion team directly before the deadline rather than submitting a duplicate form.
Who is eligible to apply for SALON/26?
SALON/26 is open exclusively to Photofusion members. Entry is completely free for all active members.
My membership is due to expire soon. Can I still apply?
Your membership must be active at the time of submission and remain active throughout the exhibition run. You can join or renew via our website before entering.
Can a photographic collective or duo submit an entry?
Yes, collaborative duos or collectives (up to 4 artists) can enter. All participating artists in the group must hold an active Photofusion membership at the time of submission.
Can international or non-UK based artists enter?
Yes, provided you hold an active Photofusion membership. Selected international artists can choose to print and mount their work in-house at Photofusion to avoid international shipping.
How do I enter the Salon Solo Award or Glover-Rayner Prize?
You can opt in for individual awards directly via the check boxes on the submission form if your work meets the relevant criteria.
Can I win both the Salon Solo Award and the Glover-Rayner Prize?
You are welcome to apply for both awards on your submission form. However, to ensure opportunities are shared broadly across our community, an artist can only be selected to win one award.
Who keeps the copyright to my images?
You retain 100% copyright of your work at all times.
How will my images be used by Photofusion?
Applicants grant Photofusion permission to use selected images to promote the SALON/26 exhibition. You can also choose to opt in on the form to allow Photofusion to feature your work across our wider organisational marketing and charitable fundraising activities.
Will my work be available for sale during the exhibition?
Yes. Photofusion acts as a host space and does not process sales or take any commission. All sales enquiries are passed directly to the artist.
How does the 25% digital printing discount work?
Selected artists receive an exclusive 25% discount on in-house digital printing at Photofusion to help produce their final display piece.
Who is responsible for framing and delivery?
Exhibiting artists are responsible for supplying their final physical artwork ready for display and covering delivery/collection. Comprehensive framing, fixings, and drop-off guidelines will be provided in the Selected Artists' Pack upon notification.