COG India Art Foundation is now accepting submission of photographs for their annual photography festival to be held in Kolkata.
Dates
19-21 December, 2025
Venue
Four art galleries run by The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Kolkata
About the Organizer
COG India Art Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Indian art and artists, officially registered under the Government of India. Run by Saikat Mondal (Director) and Ankita Roy (Co-founder), it provides a platform for artists of all ages, nurturing creativity and making art accessible to diverse audiences. Through exhibitions, workshops, and interactive sessions, the foundation fosters artistic growth, expression, and a lifelong passion for the arts.
About the Photo Festival
Since 2022, IPF has become one of India’s most anticipated photography festivals, attracting global participation and vibrant audiences. The 2024 edition showcased 1,100 photographs from 500 artists, drew over 5,000 visitors, and featured exhibitions, cultural performances, artist talks, and interactive sessions — even welcoming Sourav Ganguly as a special guest.
Perks & Benefits
- Exhibition
- Certificate of participation
- Memento
- Two photographs under each section to be selected for Gold and Silver award with exciting prizes
- Opportunity to sell your photographs
Categories
- Culture of India
- Human and Nature (not Landscapes)
- Wildlife & Conservation
- Open theme
Submission Deadline
30 November, 2025
Fee
- Registration (for submission): INR 100
- Exhibition (after acceptance): INR 1400 per image (covers printing, framing, and exhibiting of one work).
Rules
- 6-10 photograhs across one or multiple categories
- File size must be less than 3 MB in .jpg format (for selection)
- Original work from any device including film cameras and mobile phones
- Image quality must support print size of 12×18 inches
- Watermark, selective coloring and morphing not allowed
- High-quality photographs (300dpi) and exhibition fee must be submitted within 5 days of receiving acceptance.
How to Submit
Submit your photographs here
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