Summer 2025 brings an exciting lineup of photography exhibitions and cultural events across Europe, showcasing the work of contemporary artists and celebrating the art of visual storytelling through multiple prestigious venues.
The newly established Dora Maar Film Festival marks a significant addition to Provence's cultural calendar, focusing specifically on arts documentaries. This inaugural celebration will take place from August 29th through August 31st, 2025, at two distinguished locations: Hôtel du Tingry and Le Domaine du Fortin in Ménerbes, Provence. The festival honors the legacy of Dora Maar, the renowned photographer and artist, while providing a platform for contemporary arts documentation.
In Paris, Galerie Arnoux presents a solo exhibition featuring the work of Bruno Sassarone. Located at 27 rue Guénégaud in the 6th arrondissement, this showcase runs from November 12th through November 22nd, 2025. The gallery, known for its commitment to contemporary photography, provides an intimate setting for visitors to experience Sassarone's distinctive artistic vision.
London's Kulturalis gallery hosts "Grace and Fire," an exhibition dedicated to the photography of Gérard Uféras. Situated at 14 Old Queen Street, London SW1H 9HP, this comprehensive display runs throughout the entire month of August 2025, from August 1st to August 31st. The exhibition title "Grace and Fire" suggests a dynamic exploration of contrasting themes through Uféras's photographic work.
In the historic city of Arles, France, IRIS ARLES presents the work of David Meskhi in an extended summer exhibition. Located at 4 rue Croix Rouge, 13200 Arles, this show runs from July 5th through August 17th, 2025, offering visitors an extended opportunity to engage with Meskhi's photographic practice. The venue's location in Arles, a city renowned for its connection to photography and the annual Rencontres d'Arles festival, provides an appropriate backdrop for this contemporary exhibition.
These four exhibitions represent diverse approaches to contemporary photography and visual arts, spanning from documentary filmmaking to fine art photography. The geographic spread across France, England, and different regions within France demonstrates the continued vitality of European photography culture during the summer months. Each venue offers unique perspectives on contemporary visual arts, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural offerings available to photography enthusiasts and art lovers throughout the summer season.
The exhibitions collectively showcase both established and emerging voices in contemporary photography, providing audiences with varied opportunities to engage with current trends and artistic developments in the medium. From the festival format in Provence to traditional gallery presentations in Paris and London, these events highlight the diverse ways photography and visual arts continue to evolve and find new audiences across Europe.
