Events
The Substance of Dreams – with Lucia Giacani
Lucia Giacani leads this tour with the same precision and imagination that define her images, guiding visitors through a world where fashion and fantasy fuse into something vividly tangible. Her photographs balance meticulous craft with an undercurrent of psychological charge, revealing dreams that feel sculpted rather than fleeting. Models become characters shaped by emotion and […] ...
Stories of Migration, Culture, and Humanity
Stories of Migration, Culture, and Humanity features Greek photographers presented as part of Athens, Greece: City of Honour for 2026 at Xposure. Organised by Athens Photo World in collaboration with Xposure, and moderated by Dr Ioannis Kontos and Dr Ioannis Galanopoulos Papavasileiou, the discussion explores photography as a bridge between Greece, the Middle East, and […] ...
The Theatre of the Ordinary
A focused exploration of how everyday scenes become powerful photographs through observation, timing, and creative intention. Introduction Street photography thrives on moments that usually pass unnoticed. This workshop offers a focused and practical way to recognise visual potential in everyday scenes and respond instinctively to what unfolds around you. You will work both in the […] ...
How to Develop a Photography Book in 2026
A practical guide to shaping ideas, sequencing images, and preparing a publishable book project in today’s evolving market. Introduction: Many photographers dream of publishing a book yet are unsure how to begin. This workshop will guide you through the essential decisions and practical steps involved in turning a photographic project into a coherent, well presented […] ...
How Freedom Survives in Afghanistan
Afghanistan is now the only country where girls are barred from secondary school and higher education, where many women are forbidden to work outside the home, and in some regions cannot move without a male guardian. Public spaces that once sustained community and confidence have been closed to them. In this talk, photojournalist Kiana Hayeri […] ...
Focus. Frame. Fulfill
Focus, Frame, Fulfil is Shoayb Khattab’s journey into the mindset of finding focus, choosing a niche, and building a purpose led career in photography. Trained in architecture, he moved from designing spaces to photographing some of the world’s most iconic buildings, collaborating with firms such as Foster + Partners and BIG. The talk explores how […] ...
Bedouins of The Wind
A filmmaker lives for 100 days in the desert of his childhood to quietly witness a Bedouin tribe, their camels, and a poetic culture divided between glittering Dubai and desert winds — set against 100 days to the nation’s biggest race, as two generations wonder what it means to remain Bedouin in a vanishing world. […] ...
Narrative Storytelling and Getting Your Work Seen
Photographer Ilvy Njiokiktjien shares a clear method for creating visual stories that connect with audiences. She explains how to identify subjects with genuine depth, earn trust with the people she photographs, and shape narratives that feel honest and compelling. Alongside the craft, she sets out practical pathways to visibility, from pitching to editors and curators […] ...
Art and Sustainability: Nature
Focus Group Description Art often steps into difficult territory when it addresses environmental urgency. In this focus group, Christian Houge leads a thoughtful discussion on how art can open dialogue around sustainability without reducing complex issues to slogans or simple messages. The conversation asks how artists can raise awareness while still leaving space for reflection […] ...
The Business of Film and the Rise of AI
A forward looking overview of how artificial intelligence is reshaping film production, distribution, and creative opportunities. Introduction: Presented by the team at B7A Studios, this workshop examines how the global film and entertainment industry is entering a new era shaped by innovation, disruption and the rapidly expanding influence of artificial intelligence. It explores how storytelling, […] ...
Restricted
“Reem,” a talented Palestinian runner, succeeds after years of rigorous training in qualifying for the finals of a world championship—only for her dream to shatter against the wall of occupation, which denies her the right to participate. As her dreams crumble, her desperate mother tries to save her from the clutches of depression by taking […] ...
The Steak
A birthday party preparation is thrown into chaos by an awful event.. Introducing a formalistic approach, this short film delves into the dramatic transformation that can occur within 7 minutes. Through continuous 360-degree tilt, the narrative employs a metaphorical technique juxtaposing the beginning and the ending, creating a disparity of outcomes. Xposure Film Awards Short […] ...