As summer draws to a close, photography enthusiasts have several exceptional exhibitions and cultural events to look forward to across Europe and Japan. From intimate gallery shows in France to international workshops in Nagasaki, these carefully curated events showcase the diverse landscape of contemporary photography and documentary filmmaking.
L'ANGLE Photos gallery in Hendaye, France, presents "Où vont les rêves" (Where Dreams Go) by Benjamin Juhel from August 22 to September 28, 2025. Located at 6 rue des Citronniers in the Basque coastal town, this photography gallery exhibition promises to explore the ethereal nature of dreams through Juhel's distinctive visual narrative. The show's title suggests an introspective journey into the subconscious realm, capturing the fleeting moments between reality and imagination.
Meanwhile, photography professionals and enthusiasts can enhance their skills at "The Art of Storytelling: Reportage, Series, Essays" workshop with renowned photographer Gerd Ludwig in Japan. Hosted by Nobechi Creative in Nagasaki from September 27 to October 9, 2025, this intensive program offers participants the opportunity to learn from Ludwig's decades of experience in documentary photography and photojournalism. The workshop focuses on developing compelling visual narratives across different photographic formats.
The picturesque village of Ménerbes in Provence will host the Dora Maar Film Festival from August 29 to 31, 2025, celebrating artistic documentary cinema. Taking place at both Hôtel du Tingry and Le Domaine du Fortin, this festival pays homage to Dora Maar, the influential photographer and artist who was both Pablo Picasso's muse and a significant creative force in her own right. The three-day event promises to showcase innovative documentary works that blur the lines between art and cinema.
Paris art lovers can anticipate Bruno Sassarone's exhibition at Galerie Arnoux, located at 27 rue Guénégaud in the 6th arrondissement. Running from November 12 to 22, 2025, this show will present Sassarone's latest photographic works in one of Paris's respected contemporary art spaces. The gallery's location in the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés district provides an elegant backdrop for this anticipated exhibition.
London's photography scene will be enriched by Gérard Uféras's "Grace and Fire" exhibition at Kulturalis, situated at 14 Old Queen Street, SW1H 9HP. Throughout the month of August 2025, visitors can explore Uféras's compelling visual exploration of contrasts, as suggested by the exhibition's evocative title. The show promises to demonstrate the photographer's ability to capture both delicate beauty and intense passion within single frames.
These exhibitions and events represent the vibrant international photography community's commitment to pushing artistic boundaries while celebrating the medium's power to tell stories, capture emotions, and document our ever-changing world. Each venue offers unique perspectives on contemporary photography, from intimate personal narratives to broader cultural documentaries.
