© Alessandro Toscano
IV EDITION
01 august - 12 october 2025
San Lucido
(CS)
Radici comuni: luoghi
(Shared roots: places)
For the 4th edition of the Fotografia Calabria Festival, the theme "Shared roots: places" invites us to explore how the places we inhabit and traverse are an extension of the roots that connect us, not only to the past but also to our collective and personal identity. In this way, places become points of intersection between our individual history and our collective history, guardians of both visible and invisible bonds, speaking of belonging, evolution, and change.
On one hand, there are the physical and geographical places – cities, landscapes, buildings, small spaces, abandoned places – that are so familiar and present in our lives that they urge us to document, celebrate, and crystallize them, or, conversely, to take them for granted, only to rediscover them unexpectedly. On the other hand, there are the preconceived ideas and clichés we associate with certain places, influencing how we perceive, experience, or ignore them. Moreover, there are imaginary places: spaces that do not belong to the physical world but exist in the minds of those who create them, reflecting shared ideas and visions.
Every landscape, every building, every urban or rural space – even the most mundane or forgotten – is rooted in a memory that defines it. Through photography, this visual journey tells the story of these common roots: the deep connection that binds us to the places we inhabit, as well as those we have lost, removed, or that exist only in our dreams and perceptions.
With "Common roots: places," the festival invites us to look beyond the surface, to explore the complexity of the places around us, and to reflect on how these, in their continuous transformation, reflect who we are and what we are becoming.
Anna Catalano
Artistic Director
Fotografia Calabria
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Events and Workshops
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A talk about the intersection of photography and artificial intelligence (A.I.), examining the evolution of images in communication and daily life. The instructor will present documentary photography projects and compare traditional photography with A.I. We will see how A.I. can expand creative perspectives and influence the perception of reality, with examples of TTI software like Midjourney. Open to all photography enthusiasts, bringing equipment is not mandatory, but you can use a laptop for the practical part.
Filippo Venturi explores human identity and societal issues. He has documented Asian dictatorships and neo-fascist movements in Europe. His work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic and Vanity Fair. Venturi has won awards for projects on the Korean peninsula and experiments with artificial intelligence. He participates in the 2023 Photo Vogue Festival as a speaker.
Free Event until full capacity
Saturday, July 27th at 6:00 PM, San Lucido
Former Museum of the Sea, via F. Giuliani 36 -
Duration: 3 hours on the first day + 3 hours on the second day
Contemporary thinking regards images as living, changeable entities that can reshape our relationship with the world. We must always ask ourselves: what am I looking at? And how can I actively collaborate with the images I see and, to some extent, that see me? Building a personal toolkit helps to develop a new creative dimension.
The workshop includes both theoretical and practical parts, requiring active participation. A rediscovered family archive, once a private memory for family members, will be available for participants. They will choose one or more photographs to create new interpretations and stories, using both theoretical and practical tools to bring new meanings to the archive.
Recommended materials: Paper, pencils, markers, scissors, glue, and/or devices for digital processing.
First Day: Theory and analysis of the manipulative possibilities of photographs, with examples of contemporary artistic practices + Practical work on the archive.
Second Day: Presentation and analysis of individual works.
Pricing: Early bird price for payments by June 9: 180 euros
From June 10 onwards: 200 euros
Registration deadline: June 30, 2024
Workshop Date and Location:
• 3 hours on the first day: Saturday, July 27 at 10:00 AM
• 3 hours on the second day: San Lucido, Sunday, July 28 at 10:00 AM
The workshop will be held with a minimum of 4 participants and is non-refundable in case of cancellation by participants.
Those who purchase the workshop will receive a 10% discount on Festival admission and merchandise.
Bank transfer to: Associazione Culturale Pensiero Paesaggio
Reference: Payment for Laura Davì Workshop
IBAN: IT81G0306909606100000185652
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The workshop conducted by Alessia Palermiti will take place on July 28 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in San Lucido (CS).
The workshop offers an overview of large format photography, with a particular focus on the 4x5 format. Topics include basic operations with the view camera, such as loading a film holder in the dark, composing, setting shutter speeds and apertures, and organizing equipment. You will learn to expose correctly using external light meters and smartphone apps. During the practical session, you can experiment with the LomoGraflok instant back.
Cost: 40 euros (includes festival ticket)
Payment method: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYdQZ0ba3f40Fy4gA
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Saturday, July 27th at 6 PM at the former Museum of the Sea in San Lucido (CS), you can participate in free portfolio reviews with
- Diego Orlando: Photo Editor and Editorial Curator
- Simona Denise Deiana Journalist specializing in Culture and Photography
A unique opportunity to meet professionals from the photography world, engage in discussions, receive advice, and promote your work while enjoying excellent coffee provided by our sponsor Caffè GuglielmoEach session will last 20 minutes and a maximum of 8 participants will be accepted. Advance registration is required via email at info@fotografiacalabriatestival.it. Participation is included in the Festival ticket price. After receiving the confirmation email, you will be informed of the deadline to make a payment of 10 euros. Failure to make the payment will result in losing the reservation.
For information and bookings: info@fotografiacalabriafestival.it
From August 1 to October 12, 2025, in San Lucido (CS)
Open every day at the following times:
- Monday to Friday from 9 PM to midnight
- Saturday and Sunday open in the evening from 9 PM to midnight
The exhibitions are also open for visits on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM, exclusively by appointment. Please book by writing to: info@fotografiacalabriafestival.it. In any case, an evening visit is recommended due to the high temperatures during this period.
On Tuesday, August 20, on the occasion of the San Lucido White Night, the Fotografia Calabria Festival 2024 will be open from 10:00 PM to 2:30 AM (except for the exhibition set up at the Municipality of San Lucido, which will close at midnight).
Note:The hours may change. We recommend following our Instagram and Facebook pages to stay updated.
The TICKET OFFICE and BOOKSHOP are located in Piazza Fiume in San Lucido (CS).
Opening Hours and Tickets
TICKETS
Full price: €10
Reduced price €5 for:
- Residents of San Lucido (CS)*
- Under 18 years old*
- Over 70 years old*
- Teachers*
- Journalists registered with the Order*
- All customers of our sponsors and partners who present at the Festival ticket office the coupon reserved for them (and specially stamped by the structure): Amarelli, Hotel Mediterraneo, Convivio, Incanto, B&B Villa Catalano, Consorzio Terredamare, La Mandorla Gelateria, Borgo Rosso di Serra, Le Lampare Ciringuito, Gioielleria Bazzarelli
Reduced price €7 for:
- Members of Arci Cosenza*
- Members of national photographic associations*
Free admission for:
- Children up to 10 years old accompanied by a paying adult
- Disabled persons (with a reduced ticket of €5 for the companion)*
Note: For all these categories of visitors, the staff of Fotografia Calabria Festival 2024 reserves the right to request identification or other certifications to confirm the buyer's declaration.
MERCHANDISING
- Fotografia Calabria Festival 2024 Catalogue - €28
- Limited edition Amarelli Liquorice package FCF2024 - €5
- Limited edition FCF2024 Shopping bag - €10
PROMOTIONS
- Full ticket + Fotografia Calabria Festival 2024 Catalogue: €25 instead of €38
- Full ticket + Limited edition Amarelli Liquorice package FCF2024: €13 instead of €15
- Full ticket + Catalogue + Limited edition Amarelli Liquorice package FCF2024: €30 instead of €43
- Full ticket + Limited edition FCF2024 Shopping bag: €15 instead of €20
DISCOUNTS AND BENEFITS
The admission ticket to Fotografia Calabria Festival 2024 entitles you to some discounts and benefits:
- 10% discount at the hotels of the Consorzio Isca Hotel, Il Convivio in Fiumefreddo Bruzio (CS), B&B Incanto in Paola (CS)
- A €50 discount coupon on a minimum purchase of €200 to be used at Gioielleria Bazzarelli in Campora di San Giovanni (CS).
For any further information, you can send an email to info@fotografiacalabriafestival.it
How to get there
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San Lucido is easily reachable by car via the A2 motorway (Autostrada del Mediterraneo). Recommended exit if you are coming from the south via A2/E 45: take the Falerna exit and continue on SS 18. If you are coming from the north, follow A1/E 45 towards Quattromiglia.
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San Lucido has its own train station. You can take a train to the Paola station (about 10 km away), which is well-connected with major Italian cities. From Paola, you can take a regional train or a taxi to reach San Lucido.
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Several bus services connect major cities in Calabria with San Lucido. Check local bus companies for schedules and fares. Some options include Autolinee Federico and IAS Autolinee.
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The nearest airport is Lamezia Terme Airport (SUF), about 60 km from San Lucido. From the airport, you can rent a car, take a taxi, or use bus services to reach San Lucido.
Festival staff is available to assist you with any needs, so do not hesitate to contact us: info@fotografiacalabriafestival.it
Where to stay
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