New free photography open call for photographers
Canticle of the Creatures
Celebrating 800 Years of Creation and HarmonyTrieste Photo Days, in collaboration with the Order of Friars Minor – OFM Fraternitas Foundation, the Faculty of Philosophy of the Pontifical Antonianum University, GPIC Friars Minor of Italy and Albania, with the co-organization of the Municipality of Assisi, is pleased to present the prestigious photographic Open Call inspired by the Canticle of the Creatures of St. Francis of Assisi. On the occasion of the VIII Centenary of the composition of the Canticle of the Creatures, photographers from all over the world are invited to tell, through their images, the beauty and virtues of creation as well as the wounds caused by human influence.
Deadline 4th May, 2025
Canticle of the Creatures
Participate in the new photographic Open Call about Canticle of the Creatures by Saint Francis of Assisi on the occasion of the VIII Centenary of its composition.
The Call invites you to follow the spirit of the Canticle of Saint Francis of Assisi, praising the creatures through photography, highlighting both their beauty and virtue, and the negative effects of human abuse when the relationship with nature becomes dominion rather than harmony.
The Open Call is open to all, with free registration and no cost for inclusion in the exhibition or the photographic volume if selected.
The Project
Trieste Photo Days, in collaboration with the Order of Friars Minor - OFM Fraternitas Foundation, the Faculty of Philosophy of the Pontifical Antonianum Universit, GPIC Friars Minor of Italy and Albania, with the co-organization of the Municipality of Assisi, is pleased to present the prestigious photographic Open Call inspired by the Canticle of the Creatures of St. Francis of Assisi.
On the occasion of the VIII Centenary of the composition of the Canticle of the Creatures, photographers from all over the world are invited to tell, through their images, the beauty and virtues of creation as well as the wounds caused by human influence.
The Theme
Celebrating the Canticle through photography means recognizing the beauty of every creature, but also the deep imprint that man leaves on nature. At the end of the Canticle, Saint Francis indicates that those who have lost fraternity can find it again through forgiveness, following the example of non-human creatures. Even death will be welcomed as a sister, a companion on our journey, in the awareness of the limit that unites us.
Who is it for?
This open call invites photographers from all over the world, asking both emerging and established artists to contribute with their individual photos, projects and portfolios inspired by the themes of the Canticle of the Creatures. The selected works will be part of a photographic volume and will be exhibited in various exhibitions in various Italian cities including Assisi (Palazzo Frumentario) and Trieste (Trieste Photo Days 2025).
The photos
Each photographer is invited to make the most of his genius and inspiration, through his style, choosing the photographic genre that best represents him. It is possible to present works on several themes. Whether it is a single photo or an entire project/portfolio, all the works must be inspired by the themes of the Canticle.
TO GET INSPIRED
© Zsofia Darago
The Canticle can be conjugated into the following nine themes:
Altissimu, onnipotente, bon Signore – The relationship with God, seen as transcendent, is expressed through moments of prayer and celebrations.
Brother Sun – The light and energy of the sun, a symbol of vitality and splendor.
Sister Moon and the Stars – The charm of the night illuminated by the stars and the moon.
Brother Wind and through the air and cloud and clear and all weather – The wind and the atmospheric changes that transform the landscape during the seasons.
Sister Water – Water, a precious source, between beauty and fragility, from the flow of rivers to the risk of waste and pollution.
Brother Fire – The strength of fire, light in the dark and power, sometimes destructive.
Our sister mother Earth – Nature in its fruits, flowers and landscapes, but also in the signs of human exploitation.
Those who forgive for your love – The value of forgiveness and peace in human relations.
Our sister bodily death – Death, rarely represented, as a photographic challenge to reflect on its meaning.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Palazzo Monte Frumentario, Assisi
The project includes an exhibition at Palazzo Frumentario in Assisi from Sept. 1 to 21 and later transferred to other traveling exhibitions (locations and dates to be determined).
A curated selection of the best works will be displayed in a major international exhibition during the 12th edition of Trieste Photo Days, scheduled to take place in Trieste on October 24, 25 and 26, 2025. The exhibition will be held in one of the city's most historically significant locations and will be enhanced by lectures and special guests.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The call is open to everyone, with free registration and no cost for inclusion in the exhibition or book if selected. To submit photos, register or log in to the Exhibit Around user area on my.dotlogic.net , select “The Canticle of the Creatures” and follow the instructions for Single Photos and/or Projects/Portfolio.
For more information on how to register and become an Exhibit Around member, visit our dedicated page.
Prizes
Following a careful curatorial work, the Best Author of the project and the Honorable Mentions and Special Recognitions will be selected.
The award ceremony will take place during Trieste Photo Days 2025, on 24, 25 and 26 October.
Please note: if at the time of winning the selected photographer is not a member of Exhibit Around, they will receive half of the Photopoints provided by the prize. For more details, visit the dedicated page.
For more details on the awards and the selection process, visit our in-depth awards page or find out more about the artist on the official Giorgio Celiberti website.
Best Author
- Free 3-night stay for 2 people in Trieste on the occasion of the presentation of the photographic volume “Canticle of the Creatures” as part of Trieste Photo Days 2025 (24, 25 and 26 of October)
- Invitation as guest of honor to the Authors' Dinner as part of Trieste Photo Days 2025
- Exclusive, certified STELE artwork by artist and sculptor Giorgio Celiberti
- 25000 PhotoPoints, convertible into €250 discounts (find out more)
- Digital certificate recognizing the Best Author award
- Sharing of the photo and author on our social media
- 1 free entry to a photography masterclass with a special guest during Trieste Photo Days 2025
Honorable Mentions
- Invitation as guest of honor to the Authors' Dinner as part of Trieste Photo Days 2025
- Silver seal made by the artist Giorgio Celiberti
- 10000 PhotoPoints, convertible into €100 discounts (find out more)
- Digital certificate for an Honorable Mention
- Sharing of the photo and the author on our social media for visibility
Remarkable Rewards
- Bronze seal made by the artist Giorgio Celiberti
- 5,000 PhotoPoints to redeem within the dotLogic photographic network (learn more)
- Digital certificate of remarkable rewards
ANY DOUBT? - FAQ
You may want to know...
What is the "Canticle of the Creatures" Open Call?
The Open Call is a photographic project celebrating the VIII Centenary of the Canticle of the Creatures by Saint Francis of Assisi. It invites photographers to explore themes inspired by the Canticle, such as the beauty of nature, human impact on the environment, forgiveness, and fraternity.
Who can participate in this Open Call?
Photographers from all over the world, whether emerging or established, can participate. Both individual photos and portfolios inspired by the themes of the Canticle are welcome.
Can I submit multiple photos or projects?
Yes, participants can submit single photos or entire projects/portfolios. All works must align with the themes of the Canticle.
Is participation free?
Yes, participation is free. There are no costs for registration or inclusion in exhibitions or books if selected.
What themes can I explore in my photos?
The Canticle can be interpreted through nine themes:
- Altissimu, onnipotente, bon Signore (relationship with God)
- Brother Sun (light and energy)
- Sister Moon and Stars (night charm)
- Brother Wind (atmospheric changes)
- Sister Water (beauty and fragility of water)
- Brother Fire (strength and power)
- Our Sister Mother Earth (nature and exploitation)
- Those who forgive for your love (forgiveness and peace)
- Our Sister Bodily Death (reflection on death)
What technical characteristics must the photos have?
A candidate photo will be selected as the cover. Authors wishing to submit their photo explicitly for the cover should add the word "cover" to the name of the uploaded file.
Photos must not contain signatures, watermarks, watermarks or frames. Images must be in '.jpg' format and the color mode must be RGB. The size of the single file must be less than 9 MB while the dimensions required for the photos are:
- minimum 2000px short side
- maximum 6000px long side
The file name must not contain special characters but only letters and/or numbers.
Who owns the rights of the candidate photos?
Each photographer retains the moral and intellectual property rights on their works submitted for the call. Each author grants the Exhibit Around and dotART association the non-exclusive right to use the winning / selected images to promote and/or advertise the association's non-profit activities, subject to official communication to the author (whose name will always be attributed to the 'Opera).