FOTOFEST Hawke’s Bay Exhibition 2025
FOTOFEST Hawke’s Bay returns this September for its 4th year — bringing together more than 60 exhibitions from local, national, and international photographers.
From street and window displays to outdoor installations, competitions, workshops, and more, FOTOFEST celebrates photography in all its forms while supporting local creatives and businesses. It’s a vibrant event that gives both locals and visitors countless reasons to explore and enjoy our creative city.
Centred in Hastings and this year expanding into Havelock North and Napier, this dynamic two week event kicks off September 19th.
I’m excited to be part of the festival, exhibiting a selection of my Hawke’s Bay landscapes at Creative Arts Napier (CAN).
The FOTOFEST event with exhibitions, workshops, talks, and competitions will be on from September 19th – October 3rd 2025.
Join the fun, learn some new skills, be inspired at FOTOFEST, right here in Hawke’s Bay, the photo capital of the country! Head to www.fotofest.nz for the full programme and download the map.
If you aren’t able to make it, or simply want to see the images again, you can view them in my Hawke’s Bay Image Collection as large as your screen allows with their long descriptions.
I love sharing my work with you at FOTOFEST. If any of the images speak to you, I’ve made them available as fine art prints through my online store — carefully printed and ready to enjoy every day.
If you're inspired by the landscapes on display and would like to explore your own creative potential, I offer personalised photography workshops right here in Hawke’s Bay. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to get off auto mode or a more experienced photographer looking to refine your skills, my workshops are tailored to your needs and pace. Together, we can capture the region’s dramatic light, misty mornings, rolling hills and coastal beauty—from iconic Te Mata Peak to hidden local gems. Half-day and full-day options are available year-round for individuals or small groups. It’s a hands-on, enjoyable way to deepen your connection with both photography and the landscape.
For more information visit my Workshops page.
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