The art fair is known for its high level and enthusiastic admirers from all over the world. Paris Photo is an event that attracts not only the public, but also the most prominent personalities. Thousands of VIP guests and Collectors Circle members are among the fair's visitors, adding to its international prestige.
Paris Photo has been the world's most important photography fair for more than 25 years. This prestigious event, held annually in Paris, plays a key role not only for professionals but for all those interested in this art. Returning this year to the renowned Grand Palais, Paris Photo is the place where gallerists, collectors, curators, artists and fans of photography from all over the world meet to share their enthusiasm, make sales, establish collaborations and discover new talents and artworks.
Paris Photo is the largest photography fair in the world, held annually at the beginning of November in Paris.
International institutions, including curators, acquisition committees and friends of museums clubs, are an important part of the fair. This involvement ensures that Paris Photo is not only a platform for the presentation of photographic art, but also an important point for acquisitions and collecting.
The fair is known for its high standard and audience with a passion for fine art photography. Last year it welcomed more than 65,000 visitors, with an expected increase to more than 80,000 for 2024. Visitors to the fair include over 6,000 VIP guests and Collectors Circle members, representing a fascinating 40% or so of the total international professional audience.
The growing popularity of the photographic medium is due, in addition to its aesthetic qualities, to its accessibility. Compared to other art forms, photographic works are often more affordable due to their reproduction capabilities. Fine art photographs exist in strictly limited editions (number of copies) and can be offered in different sizes, which increases their attractiveness to collectors. This flexibility allows wider public access to high quality and prestigious works, contributing to the growing interest in photography and its position in the art market. The growing interest in Paris Photo is proof of the importance of photography as a specific and recognised medium in the context of the art market.
Markéta Kinterová
