Overwhelming Response to XPOSURE 2017 Photography...

WINNERS GET OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WITH WORLD RENOWNED PHOTOGRAPHERS AND BIGGEST NAMES IN THE BUSINESS

There has been an overwhelming 70% increase in international participation in the competition announced as part of the International Photography Festival, XPOSURE 2017, being held from November 22 25, 2017 at Expo Centre, Sharjah. More than 10,000 entries from 98 countries have been received for the contest under the second edition of XPOSURE 2017

The extraordinary increase of more than 70% in participation over last year highlights the huge popularity and success the first of its kind photography festival in the region has achieved since its debut, said the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), the media and communication arm of the Sharjah government.

70% Increase in Entries

Asia has once again topped the list of entries with the participation of 6,866 photographers representing 34 countries, followed by Europe with 1,766 entries from 33 nations. Africa came third with 867 participants representing 13 countries, followed by North America with 497 entries from 5 nations. The Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand and New Guinea) came fifth with 161 entries whereas South America sent 124 entries representing six nations.

According to the Bureau, the second edition of XPOSURE 2017 has attracted the best of extraordinary and creative photography talent from around the world in 8 categories including Still Life, Portraiture, Wildlife, Landscape, Best of the Emirates, Photojournalism, Action & Sport and Children Under 16.

Celebrating Photography

The competitions which are the main attraction of the XPOSURE 2017 are aimed at identifying, encouraging and rewarding extraordinary talent in various genres and styles of photography at home and from around the world. The winning works are selected on the basis of various technical and professional criteria and values such as setting, location, lighting and camera angle etc., by a jury of renowned international photographers.

The idea is to identify talent from an early age and harness the talent of beginners and amateur photographers in a region where such talent is rare. The winners, whose names will soon be announced, not only do earn monetary rewards, they get the opportunity of a lifetime to work under and with some of the biggest names in the business and celebrated, award-winning photographers from around the world, said the organisers.

Showcasing International Talent

The overwhelming response and number of entries from within the country and the region and from around the world showcasing international talent shows the immense success and popularity of XPOSURE in the region and around the world. This is a unique opportunity for all photography professionals beginners, amateurs and professional as well as members of the public to meet and interact some of the best and celebrated photographers from around the world and seeing them at work, right here in Sharjah.

XPOSURE 2017 is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Hectic preparations are underway to make XPOSURE 2017 even more interesting and rewarding with world-class activities and programmes that would add to the achievements of the first edition and enrich Sharjah's cultural scene and vision in supporting creativity.

The International Photography Festival celebrates both the Press photography and creative art, exhibiting the work of some of the finest practitioners of the art as well as giving opportunity to amateur enthusiasts.

XPOSURE 2017 is set to bring on board an even bigger talent pool and comprehensive agenda of photography-focused events.

Opportunities for Amateurs, Beginners

The International Photography Festival provides opportunities for professionals and photographers from around the world to meet with photography enthusiasts with the aim of refining their expertise and enhancing their creative abilities with professional skills.

XPOSURE 2017 is a gateway to meet all the needs of photographers and photography enthusiasts. Bringing together a wide range of events and activities -- exhibitions, workshops, screenings, photography competitions and a trade show by international companies -- on a single platform, XPOSURE is a groundbreaking initiative to celebrate and enrich the field of photojournalism in the UAE and the region. More details about the Festival and ways of connecting with it are available at www.xposure.ae.

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