Wiesbaden Photography Festival 2025
The city of Wiesbaden is set to host its 13th edition of the Wiesbaden Photo Days, one of Germany's oldest continuous photo festivals, from August 23 to an as-yet-unspecified date in 2025. This event, which takes place every three years, promises a rich schedule of workshops, artist talks, and exhibitions, centred around a thematic exploration of contemporary photography.
The festival kicks off with a festive opening at the Walkmühle artists' association on August 23 at 7 pm, with many participating artists confirmed to attend. The following days, from August 24 to 26, will feature a variety of workshops, artist talks, films, and educational events, including a panel discussion in cooperation with the "Image Section" of the German Photographic Society (DGPh) and a lecture by Lena Papasabbas from "The Future:Project".
Sunday, August 24, will be particularly exciting with the "Meet the Artists" events, including the Artist Dialogue Day, which will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Kunstverein Bellevue-Saal and Kunstlerverein Walkmühle.
Throughout the festival, a variety of hands-on workshops are offered, aimed at both emerging and established photographers. These sessions cover technical skills, creative processes, and new approaches in photography. Some of the workshops planned for the last weekend in August (August 30 and 31) include the art of picture staging led by Jan Klose-Brüdern in Groß Wittensee and the art of lumen printing led by Aindreas Scholz in London.
In addition to the workshops, the festival's exhibitions will be held in multiple venues across Wiesbaden, including galleries, cultural centres, and public spaces. These venues collectively create an immersive visual experience that highlights the diversity and depth of contemporary photography. The precise dates for the exhibitions and exact exhibition locations are yet to be announced.
A highlight of the opening evening will be the presentation of the "Jury Prize". The theme for the Wiesbaden Photo Days 2025, "Future? What future?", invites artists to explore and reflect on the future of photography and its role in shaping our world.
For the most accurate and comprehensive festival program details, including the theme, schedule, and venues, it is recommended to consult the official Wiesbaden Photo Days 2025 website or contact the Wiesbaden tourism office directly closer to or during the event period. This will ensure access to the latest updates and full festival offerings.
The Wiesbaden Photo Days 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting event for photographers, artists, and photography enthusiasts alike. With a diverse lineup of workshops, exhibitions, and talks, this festival promises to offer a unique and engaging exploration of contemporary photography.
The diverse lineup of workshops, exhibitions, and talks at the Wiesbaden Photo Days 2025 makes it an unmissable event for photography enthusiasts, offering an immersive home-and-garden for exploration into the art and lifestyle of contemporary photography. Hands-on workshops like picture staging and lumen printing in various galleries and cultural centers will inspire and educate both emerging and established photographers.
