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What's On

Find upcoming events, talks, and exhibitions from the RPS, whether at RPS House in Bristol, across the UK, or abroad.

Current Exhibitions:

International Photography Exhibition 165 

RPS Gallery | February 3 - June 2 2024 |  Free admission

The RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE) is the world’s longest-running photography exhibition. Now in its 165th edition, renowned for showcasing a diverse range of contemporary photography from around the world.

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IPE 165 Open House Saturday 3 February

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CREDIT: Evan Dawson

Events

Whether in person or streamed online, we host a range of events open to everyone, including workshops, talks, and exhibitions.

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Online talks

Explore online talks run by the RPS and its members, from interviews with prominent photographers to presentations about recent projects or photobooks.

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Workshops

Whether you're diving into photography for the first time or honing your skills, there is a range of online and in-person workshops run by the RPS and our team of qualified tutors.

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Distinctions

There are three levels of RPS Distinctions. Clicks the links below to apply:

one2one Portfolio Reviews
Advisory Days
Licentiate (LRPS) Assessment 
Associate (ARPS) Assessment 
Fellowship (FRPS) Assessment

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CREDIT: Lola Flash

Awards Talks

Join us for a new series of conversations with recipients of the internationally respected RPS Awards. Each month we talk to a previous recipient about their work. Tickets are free.

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Exhibitions

Explore the exhibitions run by the RPS and plan your visit to Bristol. We also run open calls and touring exhibitions.

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Exhibitions

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CREDIT: Muhammad Mostafigur Rahman

International Photography Exhibition 165

RPS Gallery | February 3 - June 2 2024 |  Free admission

The RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE) is the world’s longest-running photography exhibition. Now in its 165th edition, renowned for showcasing a diverse range of contemporary photography from around the world.

The International Photography Exhibition 165 explores themes such as environmental issues, identity, community, dementia or grief in their work, showing how contemporary photographers are engaging with and capturing aspects of the world that are not only visually compelling but also socially and culturally significant.

Find out more & plan a visit

Groups, Regional Hubs & Chapters

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CREDIT: Justin Cliffe ARPS
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CREDIT: Janet Haines ARPS

Regional Hub events

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CREDIT: Chris Renk

International events

If you are interested in a sold out activity, please email the event organiser so they can let you know if/when it will be run again.