Amsterdam is rich in cultural institutions where photography appeals to a wide audience. From large museums to small galleries, the world's best-known photographers and local heroes have nailed their images to the wall there.
Amsterdam Magazine tips off new photography exhibitions every week that you, as an enthusiast, should not miss!
Anton Corbijn shows fashion and photography at Cobra Museum
The world of fashion through the lens of Anton Corbijn, now on view at Cobra
Delve into the intriguing world of fashion and photography with the Cobra Museum's latest exhibition, "Anton Corbijn - MOOD." This exhibition offers a unique and fascinating look at the work of world-renowned photographer Anton Corbijn, known for his iconic portraits of musicians, actors and other prominent figures in the world of art and entertainment.
Sandbergplein 1, Amstelveen
December 22 to May 20, 2024
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World Press Photo 2024: Photo exhibition at The New Church
World premiere and exhibition of the annual international press photo contest
Currently, the New Church is once again entirely dedicated to the 67th edition of the annual World Press Photo exhibition; the international press photo contest for which 150 award-winning images by world-renowned press photographers are selected.
The Dam, Amsterdam
April 19 to July 14, 2024
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Janette Beckman retrospective 'Rebels' at Foam
Legendary punk and hip-hop photographer Janette Beckman on display
The exhibition Rebels at Foam is the first-ever comprehensive retrospective of legendary punk and hip-hop photographer Janette Beckman. Over a period of 40 years, she has captured underground movements, from the rise of the punk and hip-hop scene to contemporary movements such as Black Lives Matter.
Keizersgracht 609, Amsterdam
May 10 through September 1, 2024
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Express Yourself at Rijksmuseum: A fascinating look at youth culture
Youth culture through the lens of Gerard Wessel and André Bogaerts
The photo exhibition "Express Yourself" at the Rijksmuseum offers a fascinating look at youth culture through the eyes of the two talented photographers Gerard Wessel and André Bogaerts. The exhibition is highly recommended for anyone interested in photography and youth culture.
Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam
February 16 through June 9, 2024
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Westergas - The Other District, new name Westergasfabriek
Westergasfabriek changes name and course
The new owners of the Westergasfabriek are changing the name of the cultural site to "WESTERGAS, The Other District" and are setting a new course starting this spring. Expect a creative village full of surprising initiatives in culture, food and drink, sports, family, nature and nightlife.
Pazzanistraat 33, Amsterdam
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Foam
Photography Museum
Foam is the place for photography in all its guises: from documentary to fashion, from contemporary to historical. A museum with an international allure. Besides large exhibitions presenting the work of (world) famous photographers, Foam also shows young talent in smaller, rapidly changing exhibitions. At least three different exhibitions are always on view at the same time. In the extraordinary, series of canal houses strung together on...
Keizersgracht 609, Amsterdam
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