Centre d'Art Contemporain Photographique, Photography art museum in Niort, France.
The Centre d'Art Contemporain Photographique is a museum dedicated to contemporary photography located in the heart of Niort, displaying rotating exhibitions. The venue presents a range of photographic styles and approaches from emerging and established artists.
The center opened in 1994 as a space dedicated to photography and has grown into a key venue for contemporary visual art in the region. Over the decades, it developed a strong focus on nurturing emerging talent through residencies and collaborative projects.
The center serves as a meeting point for the city's art community, bringing together viewers and photographers from different backgrounds. Regular exhibitions reflect contemporary artistic movements and create dialogue between the public and image-makers.
The exhibitions are open on weekday and weekend afternoons, and entry is free with guided tours available upon request. Check ahead online for current hours and any special events during your visit.
Each year the center selects eight photographers to spend time in residence with access to professional equipment and personalized guidance. The resulting works from these collaborations become part of the museum's exhibition schedule.
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