The Malta Photographic Society (MPS) is holding its 60th Annual National Exhibition of Photography, at the Malta Society of Arts in Valletta from Thursday, November 27 until December 19.
Celebrated as the longest-running and largest national photographic exhibition in Malta, this landmark event has become a cornerstone of the local cultural calendar.
Over six decades, the exhibition has evolved into the flagship gathering for professional and enthusiast photographers, while increasingly drawing international entrants and numerous visiting audiences. .
Since its inception, the exhibition has also offered a vital platform for photographers to present their work, exchange ideas and connect with the public. Each successive edition has grown in visibility, ambition and artistic diversity, with submissions and public interest continuing to increase year after year.
For the 60th edition, the MPS has received a total of 836 images for consideration. From these, 89 selected prints by 39 photographers will be exhibited as mounted and framed works, while 151 digital images by 50 photographers will be presented in a curated on-screen showcase.
Highlighting the importance of this anniversary, Vince Piscopo, honorary secretary of the Malta Photographic Society, said: “Reaching the 60th edition is both an honour and a testament to the dedication of our members, volunteers and the wider photographic community. This year’s exhibition aligns perfectly with the vision for the arts to be at the heart of Malta’s future, ensuring that everyone has access to artistic and cultural activity, and presenting a diverse range of photographic works that showcase artistic excellence while supporting different modes of expression.
“By staging this national photographic exhibition, which is open to professionals, enthusiasts, locals and visitors alike, we actively contribute to broadening access to the visual arts, fostering creative participation, nurturing photographic excellence and enriching Malta’s cultural offering.”
Roderick Camilleri, acting president of the Malta Society of Arts, added: “Each year, the Malta Photographic Society’s exhibition celebrates the rich diversity of photographic creativity by local artists, and the MSA is delighted to host this cultural event – an expression of our enduring relationship with the Malta Photographic Society.
He added that Malta enjoys a distinguished photographic heritage, and the society remains central to nurturing the medium’s growth and supporting its continuous evolution.
“The MSA is proud to contribute to this mission by offering a home for the annual exhibition, now a tradition firmly embedded in our cultural calendar.”
The Malta Photographic Society’s 60th National Exhibition of Photography can be visited at the Malta Society of Arts, 219, Republic Street, Valletta. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 9am to 7pm, and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Entrance is free. For more details, visit www.artsmalta.org/events, www.facebook.com/maltasocietyofarts or www.mpsmalta.com.
