FOTO FEST '23
We are excited to again be planning for a second annual city-wide photography event to take place within Hastings, Heretaunga in September for ten days.
FOTO FEST will again provide a platform for established photographers and hobbyists and will also include national exhibitors ,workshops and talks.
A creative event for everyone to enjoy, of all ages, with our without a camera !
A special focus to support emerging and youth creatives wanting to establish their work into the public arena.
FOTOFEST has 6 areas of focus
Community
Culture inclusion
Diversity
Youth
EducationEnvironment
FOTO FEST HASTINGS 2022 is managed by FOTO IWI creative charitable trust and supported by Hastings District Council City Activation Funding.
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Goals and Objectives :
Be inclusive and accessible to all people, utilising key relationships with community groups and organisations
Engagement for all ages with or without a camera
High level of youth engagement through fun promotions and competitions Region-wide community promotion partnerships and participation
Represent diverse and differently abled persons where possible
Supporting and encouraging local emerging film makers, photographers and graphic artists with a photographic focus to develop and exhibit their work to the public throughout the event
Provide education to emerging creatives to add value to their craftsmanship through workshops
Strengthen regional identity and assisting the development of tourism in the region
Promote and develop FOTO FEST as an ongoing community annual event as part of FOTO IWI vision and mission
Continue and manage the FOTO FEST under COVID protection framework and stringent Health and Safety policy and procedures as required