The article presents nine open calls for visual artists to apply to during summer 2025, including the Form Photo Award and the Arte Laguna Prize. The Form Photo Award, organized by Form institution, offers winners free participation in Scope Miami Beach 2025 and publication in Form Magazine, with a €35 submission fee and deadlines through July 30. The Arte Laguna Prize, now in its 20th edition, features an exhibition at the Arsenale Nord in Venice and special prizes including residencies at MoCA Art Residency, BigCi, Artorale, LITIX, and NY20+, with a €97 entry fee and a July 31 deadline.
These opportunities matter because they provide emerging and mid-career artists with tangible pathways to gain visibility, secure financial support, and access international networks. By aggregating multiple open calls in one article, the piece serves as a practical resource for artists seeking to advance their careers through residencies, grants, and exhibition platforms during a critical summer period.