La Máquina Opens 2026 Photography Scholarship Call for Portfolios
La Máquina, Escuela de Especialización fotográfica in Madrid, has announced its scholarship program for 2026, inviting photographers from around the globe to present their portfolios for an opportunity to enroll in a complimentary course. To qualify, applicants must be 18 years or older. Each submission should be a single PDF file titled nombre_apellido1_apellido2.pdf (maximum size of 10 MB) and must contain personal information, a brief biography, an explanation of the project, 10-20 images, and reasons for choosing the course. Entries must be sent by 13 October 2026 at 23:59 to beca@lamaquina.es. The award includes one online course, valid until 30 July 2027, and is non-transferable. Discounts are available for runners-up, and the jury's verdict is conclusive. Further details can be found at lamaquina.es.
Key facts
- La Máquina, Escuela de Especialización fotográfica in Madrid, has opened the Beca La Máquina 2026 portfolio call
- Photographers aged 18 or older of any nationality may apply
- Each applicant submits one PDF under 10 MB named nombre_apellido1_apellido2.pdf with personal data, biography, project text, 10-20 photographs and chosen course
- Images generated with artificial intelligence must be expressly indicated
- Applications are sent to beca@lamaquina.es and close on 13 October 2026 at 23:59
- The prize is a free online course from the school's offer, excluding individual portfolio reviews or tutorials, usable until 30 July 2027
- The scholarship is personal, non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash
- Runners-up and finalists receive significant discounts on their chosen course, not compatible with other promotions
Entities
Institutions
- La Máquina
- La Máquina, Escuela de Especialización fotográfica
- masdearte
Locations
- Madrid
- Spain