World Renowned Photographers | Emerging Artists

We’re thrilled to announce that the sixth edition of Photo North Festival will be hosted at the iconic Carriageworks Theatre, right in the heart of Leeds—one of the UK’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities.

This year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience, with a stunning lineup of exhibitions complemented by a daily program of talks and screenings—all included in your ticket.

Throughout Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, enjoy back-to-back talks and screenings from our inspiring artists and industry experts, offering unique insights, stories, and inspiration.

In our lively market and bar area, you can:

Browse an array of books, zines, and prints

Connect with artists, friends, and fellow enthusiasts

Enjoy the chance to meet new creatives

Festival Friday: Education Day
Friday is all about learning and growth. With free portfolio reviews and career advice, young people, students, and emerging artists from across the UK will have the unique opportunity to connect with photographers and industry experts, including professionals from Channel 4.

Our mission is to foster a vibrant, welcoming community where every visitor feels valued, inspired, and enriched.

Confirmed exhibitions and artists include:

Young Men; Worst Fears by Jillian Edelstein

The North Revisited by Simon Hill HonFRPS

How Do You Dance in a War Zone—a Ukraine/UK collaboration by Maria Falconer and Paul Hill

The Land is Yellow, the Sky is Blue by Marc Wilson & Anna Nekrasova-Wilson

This Was Then by Mike Abrahams

Raging by Sarah Oglesby and Grace Wilkinson

States of America by Michael Ormerod

Svalbard People by Graeme Chesters

A selection from the World Food Photography Awards

Intersections - A Portrait of London Through The People by Barry Lewis

Projecting Grief by Jo Ritchie & Writer Laura McDonagh

Rock Legends 1960’s by Paul Berriff

John Bolloten, returning to launch his book This is Not a Life, It’s Just an Existence, with a selection of images and a talk.

And featuring Death is a part of living but a fear of many by Honor Smith, Photo North Festival's annual One to Watch.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Photo North Festival #6, where creativity, connection, and inspiration come together.

See you there!
Pete & Sharon

World Renowned Photographers | Emerging Artists | Talks & Screenings | Q&A's | Book Signings | Meet the Artist | Student Competition | Indie Book, Zine & Print Traders | Portfolio Reviews | Food & Licensed Bar.

Photo North operates as a non-profit Community Interest Company. Proceeds from ticket sales are directly allocated towards covering the festival's overhead costs.

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