© Jonathan Jasberg
Series Winner · Open Call 2022
Jonathan Jasberg
The 15-photo series “Cairo: A Beautiful Thing is Never Perfect” by Jonathan Jasberg offers an intriguing preview of an extensive multi-year project containing over 130 carefully chosen photographs, many of which remain unreleased. This captivating collection kicks off with a stunning postcard-like image of the iconic pyramids and progressively delves into deeper themes and intricate complexities. Inspired by an ancient Egyptian proverb, “A Beautiful Thing Is Never Perfect,” the series pays homage to Cairo’s hidden intricacies and the photographer’s personal experience and connection with the city. Through these powerful images, viewers can observe a striking contrast between the aesthetic and historical aspects of Cairo and the contemporary tensions and instabilities that shape and impact human existence.
The series “Cairo: A Beautiful Thing is Never Perfect” brings to light the full spectrum of human emotions and experiences. Moments of joy, sorrow, eccentricity, and hope are elegantly captured, reflecting the true essence of Cairo and its people. As the artist defines the city as “far from perfect,” these photographs not only provide a window into the intricate layers of Cairo’s social fabric but also showcase relatable moments that invite viewers to connect with, empathize, and cherish the inherent beauty of diversity.
This is the tenth issue of Eyeshot Magazine always in limited edition of 500 copies, showcasing the thoughtful and creative photographs of the 70 talented photographers who have been selected as the winners, jurors’ picks and finalists of the Eyeshot Open Call 2022. The artworks were chosen from over 6000 photographssubmitted from more than 100 different countries, making this a truly global showcase of street and documentary photography.
Eyeshot Magazine #10
The first Eyeshot Open Call, a reading of contemporary street and documentary photography across continents and approaches. Issue #10 collects seventy photographers selected from over six thousand submissions across one hundred countries. The works move between street observation, documentary practice, intimate portraiture, and political witness, presented as an annual reading of what photography is doing now.
NEXT EDITION
Open Call 2026
The next edition of the Eyeshot Open Call. Submissions open annually. Single images and series are welcome from photographers working in street and documentary photography.
JURY
Past Jurors
Each edition is read by a different international jury of photographers, editors, and curators. The full list of jurors who have read for Eyeshot is on the past jurors page.
OPEN CALL 2022
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AWARDS
Winners
The 2022 reading's first selection. Six awarded works across single and series.
FINALISTS
Single Category
The 2022 reading image after image. Fifty single photographs read by the jury.
FINALISTS
Series Category
The 2022 reading in long-form sequences. Twenty photo essays read by the jury.