The Meditative Lens

Open Call for Photographers

Artdoc Photography Magazine invites photographers to submit work for The Meditative Lens, an exploration of photography as an act of deep attention and presence.

© Francisco Gonzalez Camacho
© Francisco Gonzalez Camacho
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© Luca Ortis
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© Miroslav Ilic
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© Julia Casesnoves
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© Natalia Katelnytska
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© Florian Coëlo
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© Paulo Monteiro
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© August Langhout
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The Meditative Lens

An Open Call for Mindful Photography

Artdoc Photography Magazine invites photographers to submit work for The Meditative Lens, our upcoming online exhibition and publication—an exploration of photography as an act of deep attention and presence.

In a world saturated with fleeting images, we seek work that embodies slowness, intention, and sensitivity to both the seen and unseen. Whether through quiet observation in nature photography, abstract shapes as an intuitive response to light and form, poetic self-portraits or still-lifes, or measured composition in landscape photography, we welcome work that attunes to the present and embraces the contemplative nature of seeing.

Photography has long been a medium of reflection, a means of attuning to the present and capturing moments of quiet resonance. This call is open to photographers who see their practice as more than documentation—those who craft images with patience, perception, and an awareness of time. Whether your lens turns to landscapes, organic textures, human presence, or everyday stillness, we invite images that reveal a deeper way of seeing.

At a time when the world moves at relentless speed, nature offers a refuge—an invitation to pause, observe, and find stillness. We encourage submissions that reflect this quiet dialogue with the natural world, where light, shadow, and form evoke a sense of clarity and calm.

Selected photographers will be featured in Artdoc Photography Magazine and considered for an accompanying online exhibition. This opportunity is open to both emerging and established artists whose work meaningfully engages with the theme.

Let your images speak to the stillness within movement, the essence within form, and the presence within the ephemeral.

Submission Deadline
April 7, 2025
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Online Photography Exhibition & Magazine Publication

By submitting your work, you gain the opportunity to be featured in our curated online exhibitions or showcased on our exclusive Featured Submissions page. Additionally, selected submissions may be highlighted in upcoming issues of our online digital magazine, with the chance to be invited for an interview to share your creative journey.

  • Participate in an Online Group Exhibition
    Get featured alongside talented photographers in a curated showcase.
  • Get Featured on Our Submission Page
    Showcase your photography to a global audience through our exclusive submission page.
  • Get Published in Our Online Magazine
    Selected works will be highlighted in upcoming issues of our online publication.
  • Exclusive Interview Opportunity
    Share your creative journey with our audience through a dedicated feature.

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Submissions are free of charge for members. To submit your work, we kindly invite you to become a member of Artdoc Photography Magazine to show your support and engagement with our platform. As a member, you will gain access to all our online issues, exclusive articles, and member-only submission forms. You can join via our membership page. Once registered, the submission form will become accessible on this page.

By submitting your work, you gain the opportunity to be featured in our curated online exhibitions or showcased on our exclusive Featured Submissions page. Additionally, selected submissions may be highlighted in upcoming issues of our online digital magazine, with the chance to be invited for an interview to share your creative journey.

  • Participate in an Online Group Exhibition
    Get featured alongside talented photographers in a curated showcase.
  • Get Featured on Our Submission Page
    Showcase your photography to a global audience through our exclusive submission page.
  • Get Published in Our Online Magazine
    Selected works will be highlighted in upcoming issues of our online publication.
  • Exclusive Interview Opportunity
    Share your creative journey with our audience through a dedicated feature.
This open call is now closed
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© Francisco Gonzalez Camacho

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