"RECONNECTED" Exhibition by United Photo Press at the Museum of Electricity in Madeira

United Photo Press International Photo Exhibition: "Reconnected" - A Journey Beyond Borders

The United Photo Press is delighted to announce the international photo exhibition "Reconnected" - A Journey Beyond Borders, which will be inaugurated at the Museum of Electricity in Funchal, Madeira, in September 2024. This event, poised to be a cultural landmark, will bring together photographs from talented photographers around the globe, celebrating connection and diversity through photographic art.

The exhibition will feature special contributions from members of Arca D´Ajuda, a respected cultural association based in Funchal. Highlights include the award-winning works from the “V Photo Marathon” organized by Arca D´Ajuda, with prizes to be presented at the opening ceremony on Saturday, 7th September 2024, at 4 pm. This collaboration strengthens cultural ties between the Madeiran community and the international community of photographers.

Exhibition Highlights: Central Exhibition Wall: The central wall will be dedicated to the award-winning photographs from the Arca D´Ajuda competition, showcasing the works that secured 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, as well as the most voted photo on social media.

Video Wall: All participating photographs, both from the Arca D´Ajuda marathon and United Photo Press photographers, will be displayed on an impressive video wall, providing an immersive visual experience.

Bilingual Posters: Two bilingual posters (Portuguese and English) will announce the exhibition, emphasizing the inclusive and international nature of the event.

In addition to the exhibition, United Photo Press is preparing to celebrate its 35th anniversary in 2025 with the release of a commemorative book. This book will feature an introduction by the president of Arca D´Ajuda, reinforcing the collaboration between the associations and celebrating the collective journey in promoting photographic art.

Opening to the Public: The "Reconnected" exhibition will be open to the public throughout September 2024, with the grand opening on 7th September at 4 pm. All photography and culture enthusiasts are invited to visit this unique exhibition, which promises to inspire and connect through the lenses of talented photographers. Come celebrate with us the art of photography and explore a journey beyond borders at the "Reconnected" exhibition. Admission is free.

About United Photo Press: United Photo Press is an international organization dedicated to the promotion of photography and visual arts. Founded 34 years ago, UPP has been a meeting point for photographers worldwide, promoting exhibitions, books, and events that celebrate diversity and creativity in photography.

About Arca D´Ajuda: Arca D´Ajuda is a multicultural association based in Madeira, known for fostering local talent and promoting competitions, exhibitions, and workshops. With a strong commitment to the community, Arca D´Ajuda has been a vital platform for local culture and emerging artists in the region.

About the Museum of Electricity, Funchal: The Museum of Electricity, also known as "Casa da Luz," is located in the heart of Funchal and is dedicated to the history of electrification on the island of Madeira. Housed in a former thermal power station, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the evolution of electric energy in the region, presenting interactive and educational exhibits that highlight the importance of electricity in Madeira's development.

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CALL ALL ARTISTS to Participate in the L.I.V.E. S international Exhibition

CALL ALL ARTISTS to Participate in the L.I.V.E. S Exhibition

Dear Artists,

We are thrilled to invite artists from all around the world to participate in the L.I.V.E. S (Living, Inspiring, Visualizing, Expressing, and Sensing) exhibition. Organized by UNITED PHOTO PRESS, this international and captivating photographic exhibition will be held from September 21st to October 21st at the Museum of Electricity in Funchal, Madeira Island, in partnership with the local association, Arca d'Ajuda.

The L.I.V.E. S exhibition aims to explore the richness and complexity of human lives through a captivating collection of photographs. We believe that art has the power to transcend boundaries, connect people, and evoke deep emotions. As such, we are reaching out to artists of all backgrounds, genres, and styles, inviting them to share their unique perspectives and contribute to this remarkable showcase of visual storytelling.

Located in the heart of the picturesque Madeira Island, the Museum of Electricity offers a stunning backdrop for this inspiring exhibition. The exhibition space has been carefully designed to provide a vibrant and immersive experience for both artists and visitors. Each photograph will be meticulously curated to create a narrative that reflects the diversity and beauty of the human experience.

Participating in the L.I.V.E. S exhibition will not only give you the opportunity to showcase your artistic talent on an international platform but also connect with fellow artists from around the globe. It is through such collaborations and exchanges that we can foster a greater appreciation and understanding of different cultures and perspectives.

To submit your work for consideration, please send a email at info@unitedphotopress.net for complete the submission form. The deadline for submissions is August 31st, 2023. Our expert panel of curators will carefully review all entries and select a diverse range of artworks that best capture the essence of the exhibition's theme.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and joining us in celebrating the power of photography to portray the complexity of human lives. Together, let us create an unforgettable experience that transcends borders and leaves a lasting impact on all who attend.

Should you have any further questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@unitedphotopress.com

United Photo Press team

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UNITED PHOTO PRESS presents “Elements, Photography Representing the Universe and Celebrating Life”

The international exhibition “Elements, Photography Representing the Universe and Celebrating Life” is organized in four parts: photography, painting, video & music.

The exhibition “Elements” gives us another the look at the arts, their contexts, their intra and extra-artistic relationships, their conceptual strata, promote an endless game of statements in which the dense production of meaning constitutes the predominant gesture.

It tries to sketch a joint portrait of the arts and the issues that cross the reflection of the different cultural acts of United Photo Press artists from various parts of the globe. The exhibition shows the importance of dialogue between art and other related areas, so that thinking about new stories and new meanings of creative mixtures can be broadened...

4 OCTOBER | 30 NOVEMBER 2022
FUNCHAL ELECTRICITY MUSEUM
MADEIRA ISLAND
www.unitedphotopress.com
www.unitedphotopressworld.org

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Madeira Electricity Museum Receives The New Book + Internacional Exhibition From United Photo Press

Madeira Electricity Museum received the new book from United Photo Press delivered by the UPP member photographer João Sá e Sousa to the director of the Museum, Luísa Garrido. (photo João Sá e Sousa)

The book delivered at the Madeira Electricity Museum was the second volume of the UPP's 30th anniversary celebrations. This new 220-page book features 29 black and white projects by international UPP artists, including photography and painting.

“This new volume that we call“ United Photo Press 30 Years Of Creative Projects In Black & White ”, in addition to celebrating 30 years of the UPP, also intends to celebrate the ever present black and white photography in the lives of all of us throughout these decades , because it made perfect sense to have copies for consultation at the Museu da Electricidade, which is also an international reference for many international institutions, in addition to being a UPP partner in the international exhibitions that take place in Madeira ”. Refers the president of the UPP, Carlos Alves de Sousa.

The book delivered at the Madeira Electricity Museum has the participation of two photographers native to the island, João Sá e Sousa and Rod Costa, who exhibited their work together with members from other countries at the Museum, in the context of the 30 years of the UPP last October 2020.

The UPP highlights the project presented by the photographer João Sá e Sousa in the presentation at the exhibition and in the UPP book on "Podengo de Porto Santo" due to the need to register the breed, otherwise its destiny will be extinction, says the photographer who also is the breeder of these animals.

The book will be released live if pandemic conditions permit around the world, starting in April in the city of Setúbal in Portugal, going to Madeira Island, Brazil in Curitiba and Piauí, Russia in the city of Moscow, Germany in the city of Munich and others will be programmed according to the pace of the global pandemic that affects the entire world.

The Exhibition + Book "UNITED PHOTO PRESS | 30 YEARS OF CREATIVE PROJECTS IN BLACK AND WHITE" will be presented at Madeira Electricity Museum from 17 September to 15 October 2021 in the heart of the City of Funchal. The vernissage of the exhibition will be held on September, Friday 17 at 5pm. Second presentation of the documentary "Laboratory Greece" by UPP member filmmaker and photographer Jacopo Brogi, which portrays the genesis, decline and revenge of liberalism. Background music by UPP member’s Tan Ses, winner of Academia Music Awards in Los Angeles for Best Ambient/Instrumental Song, Alison Welles Jazz Quartet from New York. 

Special Guest from Moscow, Russia, Anna Neizvestnova

Admission is free for all visitors. 

"United Photo Press 30 years of creative projects in black and white" can, however, be purchased at the UPP online store or by email info@unitedphotopress.net for € 35.00 or the book + ecological kit kit for € 40 00 plus shipping costs.

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