Joining the association means becoming part of a space for creation, exchange and shared projects around photography, rooted in the Basque Country and open to the world.
Would you like to support a cultural and photographic project in the Basque Country? This form lets you start a first, no-obligation conversation about partnership opportunities.
The Argia photography collective is open to everyone: amateur or professional photographers, enthusiasts, beginners or experienced. You can join wherever you live, in France or abroad. What matters most is the desire to get involved in a collective and to share a photographic approach.
No. You can join Argia as a volunteer or member without being a photographer. During events, volunteers take part in the life of the collective, helping to organise projects, events and cultural and/or educational activities. Members of the Collective help run and organise the cultural events it puts on.
To join the collective as a photographer, simply fill in the dedicated form, briefly presenting your background, your photographic approach and a link to your portfolio or social media. Every application is reviewed by the collective.
Yes, membership of the association involves an annual fee. This fee supports the running of the collective and the development of its projects. The amount is €15, paid when you join.
Once you have sent the form, your request is reviewed by the collective's Board. We will contact you by email to discuss your application and explain the next steps.
Yes. Although the collective is based in Hendaye, in the Basque Country, its members come from different regions. Geographical openness is part of the Argia collective's identity.
As a volunteer, depending on your availability, interests and skills, the team will give you suitable tasks: welcoming visitors, snacks/bar, hanging exhibitions, transporting guests, hosting guests, distributing publicity materials, etc.
By filling in the contact form or by email at: collectifargia64@gmail.com
No, artistic direction is the responsibility of the Board, which defines the editorial line and organises the annual events put on by the Collective. However, any member can submit a photographic project (exhibition, talk) to the Board.
Yes. The Argia Collective is a public-interest association under the French law of 1901. Financial partnerships therefore entitle you to a tax deduction of 60% for companies and 66% for individuals on the amount given. A tax certificate will be issued.
No. In line with the internal rules, only members of the Board, or people appointed by it through a mission letter, are authorised to communicate on behalf of the Collective.
No. The Argia Collective is a non-profit association. None of its members are paid. Only service providers may be paid under contract.
The Three Crowns Festival is an event dedicated to contemporary photography, organised by the Argia Collective. Its first edition will take place in 2027.
Proposals are made via the online contact form on www.collectif-argia.com. Projects will be reviewed by the Board and the artistic direction.
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