Premio Carles Costa is a distinctive feature of the Festival La Sal, showcasing 10 selected projects from students of five notable European photography institutions. These include Goldsmiths (London), Hochschule (Hannover), LENS (Madrid), Institut d’Estudis Fotogràfics de Catalunya (Barcelona), and ETPA (Toulouse). The selected works are exhibited on the streets of Masnou, creating an engaging and accessible public display during the Festival La Sal.

This prize honors the memory of Carles Costa (1961–2025), a beloved teacher at the IEFC for over 20 years. Costa was a guiding force in the field of documentary photography, known for his professional and ethical influence on generations of photographers. As a cultural manager, he tirelessly promoted student photojournalism and documentary work, bringing their voices to national and European festivals.

Curated by: IEFC. Organised by: Festival La Sal.