4-26 may 2019

Photival is the not-for-profit, Wellington documentary photography festival focusing on social, economic and environmental issues.  Our aim is to show people thought provoking and inspiring photographic work and then give them the tools they need to engage with positive change. 

2019 theme - influence

What are we, our communities and the earth influenced by? How do we influence one another - and how does artistic influence render new results? With a focus on local photographers we'll share some of the best documentary photography in New Zealand. Under this years festival theme of Influence we have partnered with ActionStation. ActionStation is an independent, crowdfunded, community campaigning organisation that aims to positively influence and enact people powered change. For more information visit our Partners page.

#photoinfluencers competition

We want to know what photographer has influenced you the most and why! Post with your answer on Facebook or Instagram with  #photoinfluencers and Photival and Splendid Photo. You'll be entered into the prize draw to win all this booty worth $140! 📸 Thank you so much to Splendid Photo for this amazing package.

- Splendid tote - Splendid T-shirt (colour and size of you choice) - 2 x medium dev & scan packages (B&W and colour) - 1 x B&W 35mm film, 1 x colour 35mm film

The winner will be announced at the conclusion of the festival at the end of May. Good luck!

Photival 2019 is generously supported by Wellington City Council.

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