Sarajevo Photography Award
and Sarajevo Photography Festival
Annual international competition and photography festival held in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sarajevo Photography Festival is an annual event that takes place in Sarajevo, captivating capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The festival celebrates contemporary photography from around the world, bringing together established and emerging photographers from around the world to showcase their innovative work.
Scheduled to take place from 30th of May until the 2nd of June 2024, the festival offers a dynamic range of activities, including exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and discussions, as well as portfolio reviews and networking events. The exhibitions, comprising solo and group shows, feature an extensive variety of photographic styles and techniques.
Furthermore, the festival offers workshops and lectures led by experienced photographers and industry experts. These sessions cover diverse topics, from technical skills to conceptual approaches, providing valuable insights into the broader photography landscape.
The Sarajevo Photography Festival aims to promote photography as an art form, encourage dialogue and exchange between photographers and audiences, and showcase the cultural richness and diversity. The SPF’s first edition, held in 2022, received submissions from 30 different countries, demonstrating its substantial international reach and its ability to attract photographers from diverse regions and backgrounds.
Each year, the festival has a different theme that serves as a basis for the exhibitions and events.
Winning an award at the Sarajevo Photography Festival can be a great accomplishment for photographers, as it can provide recognition and exposure for their work. Additionally, the festival offers an opportunity for photographers to connect with other artists and industry professionals.
The Sarajevo Photography Festival is a professional and emotional event that has become an essential feature of the cultural landscape of Sarajevo, showcasing the power of photography as an art form.
The Festival is organized by the Association Friends of Art and is supported by a number of local and international sponsors.
INTERSECTIONS
The 2024. Sarajevo Photography Festival’s theme and light motif for this year, “INTERSECTIONS”.
The concept of Intersections serves as a metaphorical and visual crossroads where various aspects of society, culture, and individual experiences collide and intertwine. The theme resonates with the festival’s commitment to diversity, dialogue, and the power of visual storytelling.
We delve into the intersections that define our world, the meeting of cultures, the clash of tradition and modernity, or the merging of different artistic expressions. It also extends to the intersections within the self – the convergence of emotions, memories, and aspirations that shape our personal narratives.
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Aida Redzepagic, director of the festival
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Jelena Janković, program director
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