Organised by the
Musée de l’Elyséewith the support of
Parmigiani Fleurier, the
Prix Elyséeis open to photographers or artists using photography, regardless of nationality, who have already enjoyed their first exhibitions and publications. Photographers must be
recommendedby a reputed professional in the fields of photography, contemporary art, cinema, fashion, journalism or publishing.
The Prix Elysée was founded in
2014and aims to enable promising photographers – eight nominees and one winner – to take a decisive step forward in their career. The prize runs every two years and the third edition will take place from
2018 - 2020.
Photographers should send to the
Musée de l’Elyséea portfolio (
an unpublished photographic project) consisting of 10 - 20 photographic prints. There is no overall theme or preference for any particular photographic genre or technique.
There is no entry fee.
Eligibility
Open worldwide to photographers or artists using photography who have already enjoyed their first exhibitions and publications.
Prize
Eight nominees are selected by the
Musée de l’Elyséeupon their entry portfolios. Each will receive a contribution of
5,000 CHF(
approx. 5,320 USD) towards the initial presentation of an original and new project in the nominees’ book, published for the occasion.
The winner, chosen by an international jury, will receive
80,000 CHF(
approx. 85,230 USD) to produce his/her project and publish a book.