Viviane Esders Prize 2025 - Call For Entries

• Prix Viviane Esders

• Deadline: April 13th, 2025

• Prize: €60,000 + Exhibition

• Category: European Photographers over 60

• Entry Fee: Free

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

The Prix Viviane Esders is an annual award designed to honor independent European photographers over the age of 60 who demonstrate a creative and enduring commitment to their craft. Founded by Viviane Esders, a key figure in the photography world, the prize reinforces her lifelong dedication to supporting photographic artists.

Each year, the award spotlights five photographers selected by a distinguished jury, with one recipient ultimately winning a €60,000 prize provided by Viviane Esders. This jury, composed of notable figures from the art and cultural spheres, works closely with Viviane Esders to choose the finalists and winner.

Viviane Esders has spent her career advocating for photographers globally. Since the 1980s, her work as a gallery owner, photography expert, and collector has championed artists from various cultural backgrounds. Her international career, which took her across the United States, Russia, and China, reflects her broad commitment to photographic talent.

The Prix Viviane Esders highlights photographers whose work over a span of forty years or more deserves greater recognition. It emphasizes both the creative journey of these photographers and Viviane Esders' dedication to nurturing photographic expression.

By honoring photographers who have devoted decades to their art, the prize bridges two distinct yet intertwined paths: Viviane Esders' passion for photography and the photographers' relentless pursuit of their craft. This meaningful connection celebrates artistic dedication and ensures photographers who may have worked in isolation are brought into the spotlight.