Photoville 2020 in New York adapts to pandemic with outdoor panels
The annual Photoville photography festival has kicked off in New York, taking place at Brooklyn Bridge Park until November 29, 2020. In response to health guidelines, organizers have replaced the usual shipping containers with various panels and metal structures throughout DUMBO. Around 30 of the 60 exhibits are displayed in different boroughs. Notable contributors include the International Center of Photography, New York Times, School of Visual Arts, Time, and National Geographic. Italian photographer Francesca Magnani showcases her work, 'People of the ferry 2020,' emphasizing the ferry's role during the pandemic. Virtual events and workshops are also accessible online.
Key facts
- Photoville 2020 runs until November 29
- Festival takes place in Brooklyn Bridge Park, DUMBO
- Shipping containers replaced by panels and metal structures due to pandemic
- About sixty exhibitions, half in other city districts
- Participants include ICP, New York Times, SVA, Time, National Geographic
- Francesca Magnani exhibits 'People of the ferry 2020'
- Opening held via Zoom
- Free online events available through festival website
Entities
Artists
- Francesca Magnani
Institutions
- Photoville
- ICP
- New York Times
- SVA
- Time
- National Geographic
- NYC Ferry
- Artribune
Locations
- New York
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- DUMBO
- United States