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Paris Photo Returns to the Grand Palais, Reaching a New Milestone
Paris Photo will return to the Grand Palais from November 7 to 10, marking a significant step for the world’s largest and oldest photography fair. With a renewed interest in fine art photography 2024 auction market saw some record sales despite a slight slowdown.
Florence Bourgeois, general manager of Paris Photo knows it, all eyes are on the 27th edition, which promises to impress in the revamped venue of the Grand Palais. The exhibition space has expanded to 21,000 square meters from 16,000 before renovations, allowing for new programming, including the launch of the "Voices" section curated by three international commissioners. This year's highlights include a celebration of the centenary of Surrealism, led by American filmmaker Jim Jarmusch, a series of tributes to artist Robert Frank, monumental works in the "Prismes" section, 147 galleries (24 of which are newcomers to the international scene), and an "Editions" section featuring 45 exhibitors hosting talks and book signings with various authors and artists. In an exclusive interview, Paris Photo Director Florence Bourgeois discusses the significance of this new chapter and the strategies to attract top collectors.
How do you envision Paris Photo in the coming years, and how will you distinguish it from other major fairs worldwide?
Our goal is to solidify Paris Photo as the must-attend event for the entire photography ecosystem. Currently, 40% of our visitors are international, making it a significant gathering for both collectors and enthusiasts. We offer a broad range of exhibitions, covering both historical and contemporary works, and a geographically diverse lineup with galleries from 34 countries. It's a key rendezvous for professionals worldwide, who know they will meet at Paris Photo once a year.
You’re introducing new programming this year. What are your expectations?
We hope to ignite curiosity among collectors and the general public. Our role is to serve as a platform that showcases artists' works as well as the latest photography books. We’re also seeing established publishers return to present their rare gems.
Do you believe it's important for photography to remain accessible, with affordable prices for the general public who may hesitate to enter galleries?
Absolutely. The range of offerings spans from a few hundred euros to several hundred thousand. Gallery owners are there to answer visitors' questions, and there’s also an opportunity for the public to interact with the artists themselves—over 400 signings are scheduled, including those by Sophie Calle, Paul Cupido, Miguel Rio Branco, Martin Parr, and Anton Kusters, among others. Paris Photo is a place to learn, discover, and exchange ideas.
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