Raw Photo Fest invites photographers from around the world to take part in the first edition of a festival that reimagines how we experience photography. From May 7–10, 2026, Alaior, on the island of Menorca, Spain, will transform into a living gallery, where images leave the white walls behind and come to life in streets, convents, cafés, private homes, and open landscapes.

We're looking for photographers whose work tells real, human stories, whether it's exploring moments on the street, journeys across cultures, politics, and history, or glimpses into daily life. There's no theme; what connects all submissions is the art of storytelling.

This year's open call features two sections:

• International Open Call – open to photographers from around the world.
• Balearic Islands Open Call – dedicated to photographers based in or connected to the Balearic Islands.

Selected photographers will have their work exhibited alongside internationally acclaimed photographers such as Steve McCurry, Alex Webb, Rebecca Norris Webb, Martin Parr, Cristina de Middel, to name a few, for four days of discovery, dialogue, and inspiration.

What winners receive

A total of 15,000€ in cash prizes distributed in the following way:

International & Balearic Series winners
• 5,000€ cash prize each
• An exhibition at the festival alongside some of the most famous photographers in the world
• Their stories featured in The Raw Society Magazine Issue V
• Free accommodation in Menorca, Spain during the festival

International & Balearic Singles winners:
• 1,500€ cash prize each
• Exhibited at the festival alongside some of the most famous photographers in the world
• Free accommodation in Menorca, Spain during the festival

Two International & Two Balearic Singles Finalists:
• 500€ cash prize each
• Exhibited at the festival alongside some of the most famous photographers in the world
• Free accommodation in Menorca, Spain during the festival

Production costs for the exhibitions are fully covered by the festival.