IAF Call for Photographers

We are seeking to engage photographers across the following categories: 

1. Exhibition and Installation Documentation – capturing spatial and installation photography of exhibitions, installations and design projects.
2. Event Documentation – launches, talks, walking tours, festivals and public programmes.
3. Press Documentation – high-quality, fast-turnaround images and creative photography for media release.
4. Portrait / Corporate / Cultural – formal or informal portraits of speakers, staff, collaborators and contributors.
5. IAF Brand and Organisational Photography – capturing the visual refresh of our organisation, including brand photography, behind-the-scenes images and office shots that reflect our organisation, values and work.

Photographers may apply under more than one category.

Selected panellists may be commissioned as opportunities arise, based on location, availability, style fit and project scope.

What the IAF is looking for in a photographer

• Proven experience in relevant photography category/categories.
• A clear visual style and attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver high-quality, timely edits.
• Respect for participants, context and cultural sensitivity.
• Strong communication and collaborative approach.
• We value diversity in perspective, practice and lived experience.

The IAF is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its policies, practices and procedures.

How to Apply

Please complete this Google Form by Friday 1 August. You will be asked to submit:

• Which category / categories you are applying for.
• A short expression of interest (max 250 words). Tell us who you are, why you are applying for the selected categories and what draws you to work with the IAF.
• A link to your portfolio or 10–15 examples (PDF or online).
• Your rate card or indicative day / half-day rates ex VAT. If you plan to charge extra for usage rights / cost per image, please include these rates as well.
• Your primary location and availability to travel nationwide.
• We welcome expressions of interest from everyone. If you have any access or support requirements that would help facilitate any future collaboration, please let us know.

Please note:

• Garda vetting documentation may be required on certain projects.
• Referees must be available on request.

Please ensure that you have highlighted any unique skills or experience you have in your application. For example, a strong track record of working with architectural or arts organisations, an interest in architecture, built environment, portraits, climate, future heritage, diversity and inclusion, community, placemaking, etc.

Deadline: Friday 1 August 5pm IST

How the Panel Will Work

This is not a full-time or guaranteed commission, but a way for us to build relationships with a network of photographers. Being on the panel means we may reach out to you as opportunities arise.

We aim to appoint the panel by 15 August 2025 with the potential for occasional review or refresh. The IAF reserves the right to terminate this process at any time, including before award of any contract or after award of any contract.

Contact Details

Breena Cooper Breena.cooper@architecturefoundation.ie, Head of Strategic Communications, IAF, 15 Bachelors Walk, D1

About the Irish Architecture Foundation

With a focus on public audiences and established in 2005, the Irish Architecture Foundation is Ireland’s independent organisation that fosters and advances the culture and communication of architecture. Based in Dublin, but with a national remit and an international network, the IAF is principally funded by the Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon.

We are core funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the National Built Heritage Services, the Office of Public Works, and Dublin City Council. Across an increasingly broad range of events, programmes, and exhibitions, the IAF partners with individuals, organisations, government agencies, education institutions and civil society groups to ensure that our work builds civic pride and action and that outcomes are impactful and transformative.

Since 2005, the IAF has produced and delivered one of the largest cultural festivals, Open House Dublin, which brings architecture to an annual audience of over 40,000 people. We have produced award-winning exhibitions and events programmes, such as Housing Unlocked and The Reason of Towns, an exhibition with Valerie Mulvin, Ireland’s first ever touring exhibition dealing specifically with the subject of the past, present and future heritage of the Irish town. The IAF also works nationally in architecture-led placemaking programmes, such as Hometown Architect, Bog Bothy and more.

Follow the IAF on social media: Instagram (@irisharchitecturefoundation), LinkedIn (Irish Architecture Foundation), Bluesky (@IrishArchitectureF) and Facebook (Irish Architecture Foundation).

Photo: The Reason of Towns exhibition at Architecture Fringe, The Briggait, Glasgow. Photo by Lindsey Mackenzie Parker, courtesy of Architecture Fringe.