The eighth edition of Photo London runs at Somerset House from 11 to 14 May, with a special Preview Day on 10 May. With the most global selection of galleries and artists to date, this year’s Fair showcases the very best in past, present and future photography, together with a vibrant Public Programme that gives you the opportunity to view, learn about and acquire some of the finest photographic works.
Take advantage of the special Early Bird Offer and book your tickets before 11.00 on Thu 17 Feb to save 20% on selected tickets.
Exhibitors
Kaveh Kazemi, Photographs on Sale - Enghelab Street, 1979, Revolutionaries - the First Decade, O Gallery and the artist
Internationalism is at the core of this year’s edition, with galleries from China, Japan, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Norway, Finland and Iran exhibiting for the first time alongside regular participants. For those passionate about photobooks, the Publishers’ section returns bigger than ever, and there's also a special exhibition, A Belmond Hotel on the Riviera Maya, Mexico featuring four Mexican photographers, presented by Maroma.
Master of Photography
Martin Parr
Martin Parr, Whitchurch Country Show, Dorset, England, 2022. © Martin Parr Magnum Photos
The centrepoint of the 2023 Public Programme programme is the highly anticipated exhibition by this year’s Master of Photography Martin Parr, who will present new works and unveil a project that’s been 50 years in the making.
Public Programme
Juno Calypso, Sensory Deprivation, 2016
The focus on British photography continues with an exhibition of women photographers from the Hyman Collection. The display is curated by the Centre for British Photography, which opened in January 2023, and includes works by Heather Agyepong, Shirley Baker, Dorothy Bohm, Sonia Boyce, Juno Calypso, Maisie Cousins, Eliza Hatch, Susan Hiller, Rose Finn-Kelcey, Anna Fox, Alexis Hunter, Marketa Luskacova, Rosy Martin, Laura Pannack, Polly Penrose, Grace Robertson, Jo Spence, Paloma Tendero, and Edith Tudor-Hart.
Tours are also a key part of the Public Programme, providing an excellent overview of the fair and an introduction to key photographic artworks. The tours are led by knowledgeable guides and take place throughout the duration of the Fair.
Other highlights include the Photo London x Nikon Emerging Photographer Awards, the Photo London x Hahnemühle Student Award, and the Fair’s celebrated Talks Programme, which this year will be curated by Aperture (New York). Nikon will also host free workshops and talks for visitors to enjoy.
Discovery
Joe Webb, Long Distance, 2019 , © Joe Webb, courtesy of Open Doors Gallery
After last year’s success, Curator and Editor of 1000 Words magazine Tim Clark continues as Discovery Ambassador and collaborates with Photo London to deliver a world-class Discovery section. A vibrant element of the Fair spotlighting galleries less than seven years old, Discovery reinforces Photo London’s commitment to supporting and investing in emerging artists and galleries.
PHOTO LONDON
10 - 14 MAY 2023
SITE-WIDE, SOMERSET HOUSE
Preview Day: Wed 10, 13.00 - 21.00
(Limited access - Preview Day purchase ticket holders only)Public Days: Thu 11 & Fri 12, 13.00 - 20.00
Sat 13, 12.00 - 20.00Sun 14, 12.00 - 18.00
#PhotoLondonFair23
Preview Day: Wed 10, 13.00 - 21.00
(Limited access - Preview Day purchase ticket holders only)
Sat 13, 12.00 - 20.00
