Fotografiska Tallinn launches a bold new platform for Baltic and Finnish artists

A new platform for emerging photographers is launching in the Baltics and Finland. Fotografiska Tallinn has announced the initiative, aimed at artists with early-stage careers or unexhibited work. The programme will focus on strong visual storytelling and contemporary themes from the region.

The platform, named Fotografiska Emerging Artists: The Baltics + Finland, will support photographers from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland. It is part of Fotografiska's wider global Emerging Artists programme, set to begin in spring 2026.

Kulla Laas, a curator and former director of the Tallinn Photomonth Contemporary Art Biennial, leads the initiative. The programme promises a supportive space for experimentation and professional growth. Applications are open until January 2026, with up to six famous artists selected annually. The first group exhibition will take place in May 2026 at Fotografiska Tallinn. Chosen participants will receive mentorship, curatorial engagement, and opportunities for public programming. The initiative seeks to strengthen regional collaboration while giving emerging talent greater visibility. No details on the selection process or specific famous artists have been released yet.

The platform, named Fotografiska Emerging Artists: The Baltics + Finland, will run as an annual programme, offering mentorship and exhibition opportunities. It aims to amplify new voices in photography from the Baltic region and Finland. The first showcase is scheduled for May 2026.