“For me, [the sea has] become a place of community, marking the beginning or end of the day, and feeling grateful.” (HOZIER)

Details for Northern Ireland competition:

  • Surrounded By Sea Northern Ireland is open from 20th May-3rd Oct 2025

  • Panelists are Helen Sloan, Stuart Baillie, and Jose Nevez

  • Winners will be announced on 17th Oct 2025

  • Exhibition in Belfast Exposed Gallery, 17th-23rd Oct 2025

Info om konkurrencen i Danmark:

  • Surrounded By Sea Danmark er åben fra 12. juli til 2. november 2025.

  • Juryen består af fotograf Jan Grarup, kunstner Maj Hasager og kurator Jude Bennett.

  • Vinderne bliver offentliggjort den 7. november 2025.

  • Udstilling i Roskilde fra 14. - 20. november 2025.

  • Udstilling på turne i Danmark frem til maj 2026

"The cause is a great one, and the mix of art and humanitarian intervention will surely inspire some powerful images." (STUART BAILIE)

“Living in a coastal nation, the sea surrounds and shapes us —culturally, emotionally, and physically.” (HELEN SLOAN)