Paris Photo 2025: Spotlight on the World’s Largest Photo Fair

Key points

• Dates and location : November 13-16, 2025, Grand Palais, Paris 8th arrondissement

• Exhibitors : 222 exhibitors, 179 galleries, 43 publishers, 60 new participants

• Sectors : Main (major galleries), Voices (landscape & kinship), Digital (photography and technologies), Emerging (young artists), Publishing (photo books)

• Elles × Paris Photo program : 39% female artists, exploring the female gaze

• Awards and highlights : Paris Photo–Aperture Book Prize, Carte Blanche Students, exhibitions “The Last Photo”, Marine Lanier (Ruinart Prize), Hannah Darabi (Photo Elysée), Face to Face (Deutsche Börse)

Henry Roy, Impossible Island, 2025 – Courtesy of the artist & Loose Joints

From November 13 to 16, 2025, Paris Photo returns to the glass roof of the Grand Palais for its 28th edition. With 222 exhibitors from 33 countries, including 60 new galleries, the fair reaffirms its status as an essential meeting point for professionals and enthusiasts of contemporary photography. On the program: 179 galleries and 43 publishers, all gathered to offer a comprehensive overview of current creative output.

Five sectors to see photography differently

This year, the fair unfolds as a journey through five distinct sectors. The Main Sector brings together major international galleries – Pace, Fraenkel, Stevenson, Taka Ishii – and allows us to gauge the global influence of contemporary photography. Voices, curated by Devika Singh and Nadine Wietlisbach, focuses on landscape and kinship, presenting series that explore our relationship to intimacy and the environment.

The Digital Sector, curated by Nina Roehrs, explores the intersection of photography and new technologies, featuring innovative projects by artists such as Kevin Abosch and Cole Sternberg, in partnership with UNICEF and the ITU. The Emerging Talent Sector showcases twenty promising talents from nine countries, including Bérangère Fromont, Atong Atem, and Camila Falquez. Finally, the Publishing Sector underscores the enduring importance of the book as a medium, with Aperture, MACK, delpire & co, and Atelier EXB among the participants.

Lewis Baltz, New Industrial Park, Element 27, 1974 – Courtesy of the artist & Gallery Luisotti

Elles × Paris Photo: the female gaze is gaining prominence

The Elles × Paris Photo program, launched in 2018 with the Ministry of Culture, continues to highlight women photographers. This year, Devrim Bayar presents works exploring the relationship between the female figure and the setting. The proportion of female artists has almost doubled since the program's inception, rising from 20% to 39%.

The full program also includes lectures, Book Talks with Printed Matter, and the Paris Photo–Aperture Book Prize, which recognizes the Best First Photo Book, Book of the Year, and Catalogue of the Year. The Student Carte Blanche, in partnership with the Picto Foundation and SNCF Gares & Connexions, showcases emerging European photographers and designers.

Discover the selection of curator Marc Donnadieu

Guy Tillim, Quelimane, 2007-2025 – With kind permission of the artist & Stevenson

The galleries not to be missed at Paris Photo 2025

At Paris Photo 2025, certain galleries stand out and establish themselves as must-see events. 193 Gallery captivates with its bold programming where contemporary creation and photography meet with energy. Galerie Bigaignon confirms its role as a laboratory for experimental and conceptual photography, while Galerie Clémentine de la Féronnière fascinates with its editorial approach, blending iconic archives with contemporary perspectives. Galerie Maubert captures attention with its inventive intersections between photography and visual arts. Les Filles du Calvaire highlights nine female photographers, affirming their commitment and unique sensibilities. Nathalie Obadia , a pillar of international contemporary photography, impresses with her sharp and surprising programming. Galerie Suzanne Tarasieve pays particular attention to contemporary photography, combining innovation with a critical perspective on art history. Finally, Galerie Papillon captivates with its open curatorial vision, exploring the boundaries between media and images. These remarkable galleries alone embody the vitality, diversity and inventiveness of the Parisian photographic scene.

Mark Power, Fashion Photobook, 2025 – Courtesy of the artist & GOST Books

Highlights and discoveries not to be missed

Among the main exhibitions: “The Last Photo” (Estrellita B. Brodsky Collection) examines the transition from analog to digital. Marine Lanier is awarded the Maison Ruinart Prize for her Alchimia series, while Photo Elysée presents Hannah Darabi, winner of the 2025 Elysée Prize. The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation presents Face to Face, a reflection on portraiture and human diversity.

Paris Photo 2025 also focuses on sustainability and inclusion: 100% LED lighting, reused partitions, recyclable signage, and responsible catering. Measures are planned to facilitate access for people with disabilities and school groups.

For all photography enthusiasts, from the curious to the professionals, Paris Photo 2025 is an opportunity to discover international talent, explore innovative formats, and stay up-to-date with market trends. For a few days, the Grand Palais becomes the global center of gravity for contemporary photography.

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FAQ

Which sections should you absolutely not miss?
The Main Sector for major galleries, Voices for original reflections on landscape and kinship, and the Digital Sector to discover how photography is making its way into the digital world and innovative projects. Photography book enthusiasts should head to the Publishing Sector.

Who are the artists to watch this year?
Don't miss: Marine Lanier (Maison Ruinart Prize), Hannah Darabi (Elysée Prize 2025), Bérangère Fromont, Atong Atem, and Camila Falquez in the Emerging Talent section. The digital projects of Kevin Abosch and Cole Sternberg are also highly regarded.

Does Paris Photo have a particular focus this year?
Yes, the emphasis is on the diversity of perspectives and female representation with the Elles × Paris Photo program, which explores the female figure in the setting and brings the share of female artists to 39%.

Are there any unique or immersive experiences?
“The Last Photo” explores the transformation from analog to digital imagery. Face to Face (Deutsche Börse) examines portraiture and human diversity. These exhibitions offer a fresh perspective on contemporary photography.