DUBLIN STREET
PHOTOGRAPHY
FESTIVAL 2025
It’s coming back!
SAVE THE DATE:
2nd–4th May 2025
Dublin, Ireland, 1986. © Martin Parr / Magnum Photos
About the festival
In May 2025, Dublin will again pulse with the energy of the DSPF! This vibrant event celebrates the artistry of street photography, showcasing the work of both seasoned veterans and exciting new talents. The festival is not just about admiring photographs; it aims to ignite a passion for street photography in everyone. Attendees will enjoy a range of engaging activities, including exhibitions, networking opportunities, photo competitions, inspiring lectures, practical workshops, and even guided photo walks.
Special Guest: Martin Parr
We are delighted to announce Martin Parr will be our special guest at the 2025 Dublin Street Photography Festival. We will be exhibiting some of his outstanding work and we are delighted to announce Martin will be giving a talk on 3rd May 2025 as part of our complimentary programme of events.
New Brighton, England, 1983-85. © Martin Parr / Magnum Photos
DSPF 2025 will also include: Rammy Narula, Dougie Wallace, Melissa O’Shaughnessy, Richard Bram, Danny Jackson and Todd Visser (Street Badass), Alessandro Deluigi, Johan Jehlbo, Betty Goh, Mania de Praeter, France Leclerc, Karlynne Wintels, Fergus Bourke, Alen MacWeeney, Eimear Lynch, Robert Blomfield, Stéphane Kyndt and Agnes Burger (Street Macadam), Michelle Viljoen, Brad Jones, Mark Davidson and more.
Workshops – Learn from the best
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Rammy Narula 2 Day Workshop
SEEING DIFFERENT IN DUBLIN
Rammy coaches photographers and mentors several workshops each year, encouraging self-discovery and establishing personal connections through the creative process.
DATE: 3RD AND 4TH MAY 2025
COST: €500
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Dougie Wallace 2 Day Workshop
VISUAL LANGUAGE
Scottish photographer Dougie Wallace is widely known for his long-term social documentary projects and his distinct direct style of expressive street photography. With an international reputation, he has received prestigious awards, showcased his work in renowned institutions and photographic festivals, and authored critically acclaimed books. Based in London, Dougie undertakes assignments and personal projects that take him across the globe.
DATE: 3RD AND 4TH MAY 2025
COST: €500
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Betty Goh - Half Day Workshop
Creative on Streets
In this workshop, learn from our expert abstract street photographer, Betty Goh, on how to observe the streets and discover opportunities for abstract street photography. Acquire skills on how to make use of light, spaces and reflections to frame and produce creative abstract images within single exposure and with only minimal edits.
This course starts with a guided photographing session on the streets, followed by an editing and review session.
DATE: 3rd MAY 2025, 9am-1.30pm
Photowalks
Sunday May 4th, Dublin Street Photography Festival - in collaboration with Street Badass presents the ultimate photo walk:
“Street Badass - The BigOne in Dublin.”
Departure from Charlemont Square, Dublin 2 at 1pm. Finish: 4pm
Don't miss the photo walk of the year!
Street Badass is an international collective of street photographers, that bridges the online, and physical worlds through online competitions, photographer promotions, physical exhibitions and street photography meet-ups in cities across the world. Street Badass prides itself on being inclusive and welcomes anyone with an interest in street photography.
This is a ticketed event with tickets costing €5 through Eventbrite
Photowalks
Saturday May 3rd, Dublin Street Photography Festival - Hit the streets with Street Macadam: a photo walk with Stéphane Kyndt and Agnes Burger
DSPF / Street Macadam Photo Walk
Departure from Charlemont Square, Dublin 2 at 2.30pm. Finish: 4.30pm
About Street Macadam
Street Macadam, a dynamic platform that began as a curator hub in 2020, has evolved into a vibrant community of street and documentary photographers. Our identity is deeply rooted in the art of storytelling through the lens, providing a space where individuals can connect, collaborate, and share their passion for capturing the essence of life on the streets.
This is a ticketed event with tickets costing €5 through Eventbrite. More information at the link below:
Dublin Street Photography Festival Competition
An international street photography competition is at the heart of the festival. Participants are invited to enter into 3 categories: single images, a series of images, or street portraits, for consideration by a leading panel of expert judges.
Festival Location
Charlemont Square will again play host to the festival in 2025. There are a range of transportation options in its immediate area. Most conveniently, it is located a couple of minutes’ walk from both Harcourt Street and Charlemont Luas Stations.
Main Sponsor
Friends of the Festival
