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Times of War

Times of War is a photography festival and competition taking place in Paris during the autumn of 2026. Organized by the Franco-Iranian Center and the New Wave Institute, the event commemorates the bicentenary of photography by showcasing 50 selected works that explore human experiences, daily life, and the continuity of society during times of conflict.

Date
Nov 5 - Dec 16, 2026
Location
Paris
Status
Upcoming
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Times of War

Event summary

Highlights

  • Exhibition of 50 selected photographs by contemporary Iranian artists
  • Commemoration of the 200th anniversary of photography
  • International jury featuring experts from France and Iran
  • Two-phase exhibition schedule in Paris followed by a Tehran showcase
The festival, officially titled "A Glimpse of Life in Times of War," features two distinct exhibition periods in Paris. The first exhibition is scheduled from November 5 to 18, 2026, followed by a second exhibition and a formal closing ceremony on December 15 and 16, 2026. A subsequent showcase of the selected works is also planned to take place in Tehran during the spring of 2027.

Participating photographers focus on themes such as family relationships, social solidarity, and the traces of war on historical and cultural heritage. The event emphasizes a visual narrative that looks beyond destruction to highlight reconstruction and hope for the future. It serves as the second edition of the Franco-Iranian Center's photography competition series, which previously focused on the theme of water in 2024.

The selection process is overseen by an international jury of French and Iranian experts, including photojournalist Michel Steboun and filmmaker Mehrdad Oskoui. The festival's artistic direction is managed by Mohammadreza Keyvanfar, with the goal of strengthening cultural ties and friendship between the people of France and Iran.

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