Contests
We design original photography and multidisciplinary contests with custom formats, coordination and dedicated promotion.
COLLABORATE ON HIGH-IMPACT CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Events, exhibitions, books, open calls. At Exhibit Around APS, we believe in photography as a universal language, capable of telling stories, connecting people and opening new perspectives. We combine curatorial expertise and communication strategy to help companies and institutions communicate their identity and values in a compelling, strategic way.
Synergy, vision and creativity: together we support author photography and enhance contemporary visual culture.
Exhibitions
We curate complete photography exhibitions: concept, author selection, archive restoration, installation and event management.
Publications
We produce professional books and catalogues that enhance images, authors and editorial storytelling.
WHY INVEST IN PHOTOGRAPHIC CULTURE?
Today, forward-looking companies and institutions see culture as a strategic lever for defining identity and communicating values. Investing in a cultural project is not only an act of patronage: it is a concrete opportunity to strengthen relationships, engage new audiences and stand out in a market increasingly attentive to social responsibility.
Exhibitions and Calls
Custom exhibition projects shaped by the talent and vision of our international network of authors.
Curation and Events
Selection and rental of author images from our archive for events, installations, banners and high-impact displays.
Publications
Tailor-made photography books designed as prestigious editorial objects that give form and value to partner identity.
Special Projects
Complete management of multidisciplinary and cross-cultural initiatives, from creative concept to production in outstanding venues.
Festival
Exposure opportunities within Trieste Photo Days, an international stage for partners, major authors and photography enthusiasts.
Communication and Media
Integrated strategy, social media management and media planning to maximize reach and resonance.
CASE STUDIES
Canticle of the Creatures
An international photography initiative created to celebrate the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi’s Canticle of the Creatures. The project combined a global open call, a publication and an exhibition journey between Assisi and Trieste, in collaboration with major religious and cultural institutions.
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WOW - Worlds of Women
An international project dedicated to women in contemporary society. Starting from a global open call, WOW produced a photography book and two collective exhibitions during Trieste Photo Days, with the prestigious collaboration of Susan Meiselas.
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TriestEspresso Photo Days
From bean to cup: a photographic story created with Aries Scarl and the Venezia Giulia Chamber of Commerce. An exhibition and publication explored the coffee supply chain through images, passion and identity.
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90 years of Fondazione Antonio Caccia e Marta Burlo Garofolo
An exhibition project dedicated to enhancing the foundation’s historical archive. From digital restoration to curatorial selection, Exhibit Around coordinated graphic design, printing, installation, catalogue production and the opening event.
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Pasolini Photo Days: Mythography
For the centenary of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s birth, the project explored his cultural legacy through photography, literature and mythology. Curatorship, publication and exhibition created a visual dialogue between cultural memory and contemporary photography.
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INDIA. Two perspectives, one story
An exhibition project created with the Museum of Oriental Art and the Photographic Archive of the Civic Museums of History and Art of Trieste. Historical photographs entered into dialogue with contemporary works, building a layered view of the Indian subcontinent.
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Real People: a tribute to Bruce Gilden
An editorial and exhibition project presented at the Umberto Mastroianni Gallery, Musei di San Salvatore in Lauro, Rome. The exhibition showcased the projects selected by Bruce Gilden and brought them into dialogue with a prestigious museum venue.
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Palmanova Creativa
An international collective exhibition at the Polveriera Napoleonica Garzoni, created to celebrate Palmanova’s UNESCO recognition. The project connected experimental photography, territory and contemporary creativity.
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THEY TRUSTED US
Institutional Partners and Capitals of Culture
Main and Project Partners
Media Partners
Technical Partners
WE DESIGN CONTESTS
Do you want to promote your identity through an international visual perspective? Let’s design your contest together.
We create engaging photography and multidisciplinary contests tailored to territories, institutions, companies and cultural projects. We manage every phase: concept, rules, communication, submissions, selection, awards and final editorial or exhibition outcomes.
- Custom contest creation;
- Social campaigns, advertising, newsletters and periodic communication;
- Complete file management on a dedicated platform;
- Integrated voting system and jury support;
- Final exhibition, catalogue or editorial content.
Projects that included a custom contest:
Real People: a tribute to Bruce Gilden
An editorial and exhibition project born as a special prize of URBAN Photo Awards. Under Bruce Gilden’s supervision, selected projects became a photography book and an exhibition at the Musei di San Salvatore in Lauro in Rome.
- International contest with high-profile curation
- Dedicated photography book
- Exhibition in Rome with official presentation
- Visibility for selected authors
URBAN Photo Awards
One of the most recognizable international contests dedicated to street and urban photography. Exhibit Around coordinates selection, communication, final exhibitions and editorial content through an international network of authors, jurors and partners.
- Complete open call and submission management
- Dedicated selection and voting platform
- Winner and finalist exhibitions
- Multichannel communication and media partnerships
Short Street Stories with Martin Parr
A tribute to Martin Parr’s ironic and unmistakable street photography. The open call gathered authors from around the world and led to an international book and exhibition during Trieste Photo Days.
- Curatorial concept built around a major author
- International open call
- Photography book with selected works
- Exhibition and public presentation
WOW - Worlds of Women
WOW is a collective photographic tribute to women, developed through a global open call, a photography book and two collective exhibitions during Trieste Photo Days, with the prestigious collaboration of Susan Meiselas.
- International thematic call
- Editorial project and collective exhibition
- Involvement of a major special guest
- Communication focused on the project’s social themes
Mythography
The Mythography series explores universal mythological themes through contemporary photography. Each edition combines open call, curation, photography book, special guests and exhibitions during the festival.
- Serial format with a strong identity
- International curatorial selection
- High-quality photography publication
- Exhibitions, talks and festival activities
Fotografia in Sinfonia
A project that expands the contest format into multidisciplinary collaboration: original sound compositions dialogue with Trieste Photo Days exhibitions, creating a multisensory cultural experience.
- Open call for students and graduates of Conservatorio Tartini
- Dialogue between photography, music and exhibition space
- Original content produced for the festival
- Promotion of young talents and cultural institutions
WE ORGANIZE EXHIBITIONS
Do you have an idea for an exhibition? Your idea, our expertise: we create, install and promote exhibitions that leave a mark.
From intuition to opening night, we support every stage of the exhibition process. Our exhibitions are tailor-made experiences: they tell stories, enhance authors and content, and connect with cultural venues, institutions and communities.
- Graphic design with an associated team of designers;
- Transport and exhibition installation;
- HD printing on different rigid supports;
- Media partnerships and promotion through social channels and newsletters;
- Opening and closing events, press office and photographic reportage.
Would you like to enrich an event with a photography exhibition?
We provide a wide archive of images and exhibition projects: from single photographs to complete portfolios and curated exhibitions on different themes and styles.
Exhibitions and venues that show our method:
TriestEspresso Photo Days
From bean to cup: a photographic story created with Aries Scarl and the Venezia Giulia Chamber of Commerce. The exhibition paid tribute to coffee culture through images, passion and identity.
- Open call and curatorial selection
- Collective exhibition in an institutional venue
- Dedicated installation and communication
- Photography book for the project
90 years of Fondazione Antonio Caccia e Marta Burlo Garofolo
An exhibition project dedicated to the foundation’s historical archive. Exhibit Around handled digital restoration, curatorial selection, graphic design, printing, installation, catalogue production and the opening event.
- Recovery and digital restoration of archive materials
- Curatorship of the exhibition path
- Professional printing and installation
- Catalogue and opening-event reportage
Canticle of the Creatures
An international initiative dedicated to the 800th anniversary of the Canticle of the Creatures. The project resulted in a photography book and an exhibition journey that began in Assisi and continued with a collective show at Trieste Photo Days.
- Global open call with broad international participation
- Exhibition at Palazzo Monte Frumentario in Assisi
- Final stage during Trieste Photo Days
- Dedicated photography publication
Pasolini Photo Days: Mythography
For the centenary of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s birth, the project explored his legacy through the dialogue between photography, literature and myth, culminating in an author book and a collective exhibition.
- Thematic cultural and curatorial concept
- Collaboration with cultural organizations
- Collective exhibition and photography book
- Promotion of the relationship between image and literary memory
Palmanova Creativa
An international collective exhibition created by Trieste Photo Days and the Municipality of Palmanova to celebrate the UNESCO recognition of the star-shaped city, with experimental, abstract and conceptual photography.
- Exhibition in a historic venue
- Dialogue between global creativity and territory
- Involvement of Exhibit Around projects and contests
- Cultural promotion connected to Palmanova and Friuli Venezia Giulia
WE PRODUCE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY CATALOGUES
From event to page: we turn your milestones into prestigious publications that tell your story at its best.
We specialize in producing photography catalogues for exhibitions, events and artistic publications. With over 80 books produced, we turn images and content into valuable editorial tools.
- Photo post-production and retouching;
- Creative graphic design and layout;
- Image selection and optimization;
- Descriptive and informational copywriting;
- Print and reproduction management;
- Consulting on materials, formats and finishes.
Selected publications
BENEFITS
Do you want to support high-impact international cultural events? Become our Partner.
Exhibit Around projects are a concrete showcase for sponsors and partners who want to support cultural initiatives with national and international visibility.
What Exhibit Around offers Main Partners
- Tailor-made partnerships for specific projects.
- Logo presence and dedicated materials during events, exhibitions and festivals.
- Brand visibility in catalogues, project pages and key news items.
- Association with contests, calls and high-impact cultural initiatives.
- Dedicated article and newsletter with personalized editorial activation.
What Exhibit Around offers Partners
- Logo presence in official project materials.
- Mentions and acknowledgements in main communications.
- Involvement in networking activities and territorial relationships.
- Access to collaborative opportunities across exhibitions, contests and publications.
What Exhibit Around offers Technical Partners
- Technical visibility across printing, production, installation and specialist services.
- Presence as an official partner on events and dedicated materials.
- Mentions in project documentation and operational news.
- Opportunities to co-develop innovative technical solutions.
What Exhibit Around offers Media Partners
- Editorial exchange with exclusive content on contests, exhibitions and publications.
- Branding in press releases, newsletters and dedicated pages.
- Joint activations on social and digital channels.
- Continuous visibility plan throughout the project timeline.
CONTACT US
Let’s build your next project together. Contact us to discover how our experience can bring new value to your organization.
Prefer email? Write directly to info@exhibitaround.com.