The Amsterdam-based photography publication (and exhibition space) Foam has just released a new issue of their quarterly magazine: #24/TALENT. For this, the editors sought submissions from young, emerging photographers, and—after receiving work from over a thousand artists—selected just 15 for inclusion in this edition.

Luke Stephenson, (whose photograph just so happens to be featured on the magazine’s cover!) is one of these artists, and he is in good company. From Issue #24’s release announcement:

This special Talent issue is the result of our call to young, talented photographers to send us their work. For the editors, an important criterion was: to what extent does a photograph add something to that which already exists and to what degree are we touched by it because it is unfamiliar, provocative or challenging? After an intensive process of looking, judging and sifting, fifteen out of more than a thousand portfolios remained. We agreed not only that they were the best, but that it would be possible to use them to create a powerful issue of the magazine.

You can see the complete list of the chosen photographers, and a gorgeous selection of images from the issue online here and also order your very own hard-copy here).

What's more: if you are lucky enough to find yourself gallivanting about Europe these days (hey, it’s the Venice Biennale!) or if you just happen to be in Amsterdam this weekend, make sure you stop by the issue launch party this Saturday, September 18th, from 3:15-6:00 p.m. (but don’t forget to RSVP first!) It will include artist interviews and an introduction to the issue, not to mention drinks and socializing!

The Details:
Foam Magazine: #24/TALENT Launch at Breda's Museum
Saturday, September 18th, 3:15-6:00 p.m.
Parade 12 / 14 – Chassépark, Amsterdam