Teatro dei Rinnovati
A selection of the world’s most prominent photographers will offer a distinctive opportunity to delve into their most notable retrospectives and their latest reportages. Concurrently, acclaimed photojournalists will participate in dialogues concerning pivotal subjects like the repercussions of armed conflicts and warfare, alongside the significance of investigative journalism. We will also present stories and images featured in some of the globe’s premier publications, encompassing National Geographic, The Washington Post, Stern, Geo, and The New York Times.
PRIORITY NOTICE: Please be aware that seating is limited, and priority will be given to those who have booked earliest and to attendees registered for the awards ceremony.
REGISTRATION DESK
To ensure minimal disruption to others, we kindly ask that you arrive at the theater entrance at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time and be seated no later than 5 minutes prior to the event.
KEYNOTES | 1st half
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”HUMUS” – WHERE TALENT GERMINATES
Docu-interview with Alain Schroeder: Screening of the documentary from the “Humus – Where Talent Germinates“ docuseries, showcasing an interview with Belgian photographer Alain Schroeder, three-time winner of the World Press Photo. The interview will offer an opportunity to know Alain as a person and then as a photographer and to understand the roots and reasons for his success as a photographer.
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Roundtable Conversation on Conflict Photography
“Photojournalism in a World of Crisis”: Conversation with Michael Robinson Chavez, Serhii Korovayny, Salwan Georges, and Carolyn Van Houten moderated by Adrees Latif.
What does it take to photographically document conflict and crisis? What ethical dilemmas, security concerns, and physical and emotional risks do photojournalists encounter? Hear firsthand accounts of their experiences on the ground.
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FLORIAN LEDOUX
”Nature, From Inspiration To Wonder”: The past decade Florian Ledoux has dedicated and committed his life to the Arctic living close to the polar bears on the sea ice for months at a time. Discover how the majestic beauty and harsh realities of the Arctic serve as a profound source of inspiration and a powerful reminder of nature’s resilience and fragility as well as our interdependence on it.
COFFEE BREAK
KEYNOTES | 2nd HALF
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jaime rojo
”Saving the Monarchs”: Over two years, Spanish photographer Jaime Rojo followed the migration of the Monarch Butterflies across North America documenting their unique natural history, the environmental threats they face, and the people trying to protect them.
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NAT GEO DOCUMENTARY
”Dan Winters: Life is Once. Forever”: Winters shares his experiences of moving to New York City without a job after college. He also captures the apex of human endeavor, the Artemis launch, and pursues a long-dreamed-of personal project, the shipyards of Bangladesh.
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EXPLORING DAN WINTERS
Passion and Self-awareness: Conversation between Dan Winters and Kathy Moran.
How has Dan Winters’ passion for portraiture influenced his work? Why is self-awareness crucial for photographers, and how has it shaped Dan Winters’ approach? What internal dialogue should photographers have to create compelling images? How does Dan balance technical and emotional elements in his portraiture? Hear firsthand accounts of his experiences on the ground.