What is the entry fee?
There is no entry fee to apply to the Image Equity Fellowship.
Does Google or the partner organizations own the work that is submitted by applicants?
There is no entry fee to apply to the Image Equity Fellowship. Copyrights to all work submitted in connection with this award remain with the respective Fellows, however, the Fellow grants to Creative Theory Agency and Google LLC a worldwide, irrevocable, and perpetual license to reproduce representative examples of the submitted entries in any of their publications, websites, and/or in any promotional material, strictly in connection with the Google Image Equity Fellowship and with reference to the photographer as relevant in each case.
Where can I sign up for a Picter account?
To sign up, please visit Picter.com
What if I run out of time?
No exceptions will be made for late submissions. Please allow for ample time to complete your entry.
Can I submit individual images from different projects?
Yes. Applicants can submit from one body of work/project or multiple bodies of work/projects. We are looking for work that speaks to the creator's commitment to storytelling and expression through photography. However, this body of work does not need to be complete; images can be from an ongoing project.
Can I submit fewer than the required minimum of 5 images/artifacts for the Fellowship application?
No. Applicants will need to submit a minimum of 5 images/artifacts. The evaluators and judges are expecting to see a number of images that equate to a range (e.g. a portfolio of images) and therefore we will not accept submissions that contain fewer than 5 images/artifacts or more than 20 images/artifacts.
If I live outside the continental United States, am I still eligible for entry?
Unfortunately not. The Image Equity Fellowship is open to artists currently based in the United States. Selected Fellows will need to provide a W9, U.S. address, and bank account.
What does it mean that the award is "unrestricted"? If selected, do I have to make a new body of work with the money I receive?
The Google Image Equity Fellowship is about supporting and sustaining Artists' emerging and current practice. There are no restrictions on how the awarded money is used, and we do not impose reporting obligations. Artists are required to make new work with the money received that focuses on normalizing, uplifting, and capturing communities of color with nuance, highlighting the importance of equity for these communities, and of being seen accurately, beautifully and dignifiedly.
Does Creative Theory Agency or Google own the work that is submitted?
Copyrights to all work submitted in connection with this award remain with the respective applicants, however, the submission of an application grants to Creative Theory Agency LLC and Google, Inc. a worldwide, irrevocable, and perpetual license to reproduce representative examples of the submitted entries in any of their publications, websites, and/or in any promotional material, strictly in connection with the Image Equity Fellowship, and with reference to the photographer as relevant in each case.
Will my work be published by Creative Theory Agency, Google, or partners of the Image Equity Fellowship?
Yes. At the time of the Fellows announcement, all selected artists will have their work featured online and in physical exhibitions by all participating partners of the Image Equity Fellowship.
I would like to submit work that has already been published. Will that affect my chances of winning?
You can submit work that has already been published, and no, it will not affect your chances of being selected as a Fellow.
Can I submit more than one portfolio?
No, you may only submit one portfolio.
Can I edit my portfolio once it has already been submitted?
Yes, you can edit your submission up until the deadline. To do so, log in to your Picter account and click the "Submission" tab at the top of the screen. Under "Completed" you should see your submission. Click "edit" at the top of the page to edit your submission.
What are the specs for uploading images?
Images must be at least 3,000 pixels wide and saved as a JPG file. Other file types such as TIFF, PNG, and PSD are not permissible. If you continue to have issues uploading your images or completing your submission, visit the Picter help center or e-mail the Picter support team at support@picter.com.
Is the $20,000 award money taxable?
Yes, the $20,000 award is taxable. All federal, state, and/or local income and other taxes, if any, are the Fellow's sole responsibility.
I still need help. Who can I contact?
Send an email to imageequityfellowship@creativetheory.agency
How would you define Image-Based creators?
Must center lens-based still imagery (e.g. photographs, scans, collages). There needs to be a clear and demonstrable tie back to lens-based, still image. Anything that isn’t rooted in a lens based image does not qualify.
How would you define early-career?
Lack of major institutional support and an extremely well client portfolio. Submit your CV and be sure to include any institutional background.
Can collaborative groups or teams apply?
No, unfortunately collaborative groups or teams can not submit one application. We encourage individual submissions.
