PATRON membership: £1,000 a year

(includes one complimentary guest)

Become a Patron of Photo Oxford and join a valued circle of supporters who share a deep passion for photography and its power to inspire and effect change.

As a Patron, you play an important role in sustaining and shaping the future of the festival, while helping photography continue to thrive in Oxford and beyond.

Patrons enjoy an exclusive programme of events designed especially for you and your complimentary guest, including behind-the-scenes access, private moments with artists and curators, and unique photography experiences across Oxford and beyond. It’s our way of thanking you and bringing you closer to the creative heart of the festival.

Patron Benefits include:

• Exclusive invitations to our Opening weekend Launch Party.

• Curator-led festival tours.

• Complimentary access to artist talks and selected festival events.

• Art fair and gallery visits with Festival Director, Katy Barron. *

• Private artist studio visits.

• Tours of exceptional private and institutional collections.

Your generosity makes a meaningful difference. We are delighted to welcome you to the Photo Oxford community and look forward to sharing ideas, experiences, and inspiration.

Photography Oxford, the producer of Photo Oxford, is a registered charity (No. 1154142). If you are a UK taxpayer, we can claim Gift Aid on your Patron membership fee, increasing the value of your contribution at no extra cost to you.

Become a patron

For further information, please contact the Festival Director, Katy Barron, on info@photooxford.org

*We recently hosted a Patrons breakfast in London followed by visits to an artist’s studio and an artist-led exhibition tour in London’s East End. Our Patrons were given an exclusive private tour (and lunch) of an important private collection of photography at a collector’s home in Essex. At the opening of the 2025 festival, our Patrons also joined us for the opening festival dinner which was hosted by a supporter and included festival artists and curators.

Partner with Photo Oxford

Are you a business looking to connect with engaged audiences while supporting one of Oxford’s most dynamic cultural festivals?

Photo Oxford offers meaningful partnership opportunities that place your brand at the centre of a vibrant international photography event.

By partnering with the festival, your organisation can strengthen its presence in Oxford’s cultural community, engage clients and stakeholders through unique experiences, and align with a respected platform for creativity, ideas, and public dialogue. Together, we aim to build partnerships that are both impactful and mutually rewarding.

In 2025, Photo Oxford welcomed over 165,000 attendees, presenting a rich programme of exhibitions, workshops, talks, screenings, and public installations across the city.

With the support of our corporate partners, we deliver:

• A flagship curated exhibition programme featuring emerging and established photographers.

• A themed symposium hosted in partnership with the Bodleian Library.

• Community engagement programmes, including workshops with charities and local organisations such as Yellow Submarine, Aspire Community Enterprise, The Bodleian Library and the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford City.

We also aim to offer sector exclusivity to our sponsors, ensuring partners benefit from clear brand visibility and a distinctive presence within the festival.

We welcome the opportunity to work with organisations who share our vision and are interested in creating meaningful partnerships that benefit both the festival and our sponsors.

For more information and our 2025 evaluation report please contact Katy Barron, Festival Director at info@photooxford.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Become a Volunteer for Photo Oxford 2027 and join a valued community of people who share a passion for photography and its power to inspire, challenge perspectives, and spark meaningful change.

As a volunteer, you will play an important role in helping bring the festival to life. Your time and enthusiasm will help us present exhibitions, events, and public programmes, ensuring that photography continues to thrive in Oxford and reach audiences from near and far.

Volunteers are at the heart of the festival. You will have the opportunity to gain behind-the-scenes insight into how an international photography festival operates, meet artists and curators, and be part of a creative and welcoming team.

Whether you are passionate about photography, interested in arts and culture, or simply keen to get involved in a vibrant community event, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in making Photo Oxford 2027 an inspiring and memorable festival for everyone.

• Gallery Invigilators - Welcome visitors and help create engaging experiences in our exhibition spaces.

• Help Desk Coordinators - Provide information and assistance to festival visitors.

• Portfolio Review Support - Help coordinate our renowned one-to-one portfolio reviews with photography experts.

• Photo/Video Support - Help document the festival by photographing installations or videoing interviews with participants.

FLEXIBLE COMMITMENT

We understand everyone has different availability! We're looking for volunteers who can contribute flexibly across the festival dates, with opportunities to fit around your schedule.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• Networking opportunities - Connect with photographers, curators, and arts professionals.

• Certificate of participation - Perfect for portfolios and CVs.

• Expense reimbursement - Local travel expenses covered.

• Behind-the-scenes access - Experience a major photography festival from the inside.

• Professional development - Gain valuable experience in arts administration and event management.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• People of all experience levels are welcome — whether you’re a photography enthusiast, student, arts professional, or simply curious about photography and culture.

• Aged 18 or over.

• Interested in photography, creativity, and the arts.

• Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic about being part of a team.