As summer draws to a close, photography enthusiasts and art lovers have an exceptional lineup of exhibitions and cultural events to explore across Europe and Japan. From intimate gallery shows in French coastal towns to major photography festivals in historic Provence, the season's final weeks offer diverse opportunities to engage with contemporary visual arts.
The photography gallery L'ANGLE in Hendaye, France, presents "Où vont les rêves" (Where Dreams Go), featuring the work of Benjamin Juhel. Located at 6 rue des Citronniers in the Basque coastal town of Hendaye (64700), this exhibition runs from August 22nd through September 28th, 2025. The show explores the ethereal quality of dreams through Juhel's distinctive photographic vision, capturing what the gallery describes as "the murmur of twilight."
Meanwhile, in Nagasaki, Japan, renowned photographer Gerd Ludwig will lead "The Art of Storytelling: Reportage, Series, Essay," a comprehensive workshop and exhibition hosted by Nobechi Creative. This intensive program, scheduled from September 27th to October 9th, 2025, focuses on the craft of visual narrative and documentary photography. Ludwig, known for his powerful reportage work, will guide participants through the essential elements of creating compelling photographic stories and essay formats.
The newly established Dora Maar Film Festival marks a significant addition to Provence's cultural calendar, celebrating arts documentaries in the picturesque village of Ménerbes. Taking place from August 29th to 31st, 2025, the festival utilizes two historic venues: the Hôtel du Tingry and Le Domaine du Fortin. Named after the French photographer and painter who was both Pablo Picasso's lover and artistic collaborator, the festival aims to bridge the gap between visual arts and cinema through carefully curated documentary films.
Paris continues its autumn art season with Galerie Arnoux presenting "Bruno Sassarone - Paris," a focused exhibition at their location on 27 rue Guénégaud in the 6th arrondissement. Running from November 12th to 22nd, 2025, this show features Sassarone's photographic interpretation of the French capital, offering fresh perspectives on the city's iconic landmarks and hidden corners.
London's photography scene welcomes "Gérard Uféras - Grace and Fire" at Kulturalis, located at 14 Old Queen Street, SW1H 9HP. The exhibition, running throughout August 2025, showcases Uféras's distinctive approach to capturing both elegance and intensity in his subjects. The juxtaposition suggested by the title "Grace and Fire" promises to reveal the photographer's ability to document contrasting human emotions and experiences.
These exhibitions represent the continued vitality of contemporary photography and visual arts across international venues. From the intimate coastal setting of Hendaye to the bustling cultural centers of Paris and London, each show offers unique perspectives on the medium's evolving role in documenting and interpreting our world. The diverse range of venues and approaches demonstrates photography's enduring power to connect audiences with new ways of seeing and understanding visual culture.
