Once again I passed an image on to a colleague, this time in another European country – with a simple invitation: to respond to it with a new photograph within two weeks. Inspired by what he saw, felt or imagined, he created a new image that was then passed on to the next person in another country, and so on. This created a visual domino effect that spread across borders, cultures, languages and landscapes until all 27 member states of the European Union were connected.

At its heart, PHOTOMINO® is about connection through collaboration. In a time marked by division, uncertainty, and political tension, the project offers a different perspective: one built on attention, empathy, and creative dialogue. Playful, spontaneous, and deeply human, PHOTOMINO® shows how inspiration can travel freely across borders and how our differences themselves can become the starting point for new encounters, new ideas, and unexpected connections.

On the occasion of this year’s Photography Triennial, the professional association FREELENS is presenting PHOTOMINO® EUROPE at its Hamburg gallery, from 12 June to 10 September 2026.

Twelve of the international participants will join the opening on 11 June. An artist talk will also take place on 12 June, during which the artists will offer insights into their working processes and talk about inspiration, creative collaboration and cross-border exchange.

11 June: Opening, 7 pm
12 June: Artist talk, 7 pm
13 June: Guided tour, 3 pm

(All events will be held in English.)

Opening hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10 am – 6 pm, Friday: 10 am – 4 pm
Special opening hours on 13 and 14 June: 10 am – 5 pm

Location: FREELENS Gallery, Alter Steinweg 15, 20459 Hamburg

This project was kindly supported by: FREELENS, FREELENS Foundation and VGBildkunst