Submit Your Exhibition Proposal
Submissions
How to Submit Your Work
Photo Museum Ireland is dedicated to showcasing a broad range of work by contemporary Irish photographers. We also present international exhibitions with an emphasis on new developments in the medium and pressing issues around photography and society.
Exhibition Selection
Our exhibitions are scheduled between 12-24 months in advance.
Our exhibitions are selected by our Exhibitions Section Committee, composed of our in-house curatorial team and our panel of external international advisors.
Submit Your Proposal
How to Submit Your Exhibition Proposal
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Prepare Your Proposal
Format your proposal as a single PDF including images, a project statement, and a bio.
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Send Your Submission
Email your completed PDF to submissions@photomuseumireland.ie.
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Review Process
Proposals are reviewed biannually, and you will receive a confirmation upon receipt.
Common Inquiries About Proposal Submissions
Explore answers to frequently asked questions about submitting exhibition proposals to our curatorial team.
What is the process for submitting an exhibition proposal?
Submit your proposal as a single PDF including images, a project statement, and a biography to submissions@photomuseumireland.ie. We advise that you do not send hard copy material by post as materials cannot be returned.
Can I receive feedback on my proposal?
Due to the high volume of submissions, we are unable to provide specific feedback on individual proposals. However, we encourage participation in our portfolio review sessions for feedback.
How long will my proposal be kept on file?
Proposals are reviewed biannually and will be retained for up to one year, adhering to our GDPR and green data storage policies.
What are the chances of my proposal being selected?
While it is rare for us to curate exhibitions from unsolicited proposals, we welcome submissions and updates from artists, curators, researchers, archives and institutions.
Our current curatorial policy is focused on new approaches to photography, under-represented artists from diverse backgrounds, practices or bodies of work addressing issues relating to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Climate Action, and challenges and opportunities presented by new technology, such as AI.
When will I hear back about my proposal?
You will receive a confirmation that your proposal has been received. Due to the volume of enquiries we receive we are unfortunately unable to offer specific feedback on individual proposals. If your proposal is of interest, our team will reach out to you directly.
Portfolio Review Opportunities
If you want feedback on your work in progress we encourage you to sign up up for Photo Museum Ireland’s quarterly artists review sessions. These will be advertised on our website and social media when scheduled.