Festival Photo Déclics d'Émotions

Photography in the Spotlight

The Festival Photo Déclics d'Émotions was born from the passion of two photographers, Florence Dabenoc and Gilles Barthelet, who wanted to create a meeting and sharing space for photographic art in Moselle. With the support of the MJC (Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture) of Amanvillers, the festival has become, over the editions, an anticipated event for the regional photographic community.

Exhibitions and Guest Photographers

Each edition of the festival highlights guest photographers who present their series and artistic universes. Carefully curated exhibitions fill the entire Salle des Fêtes d'Amanvillers, offering visitors a rich and varied visual journey. The themes covered span all photographic genres: portrait, landscape, nature, reportage, macro-photography, street photography, and artistic photography.

Workshops and Demonstrations

The festival offers practical workshops open to all levels, from beginners to experienced photographers. Introduction to shooting, composition techniques, post-processing, and digital retouching are on the program. Equipment demonstrations allow attendees to test the latest innovations in cameras and lenses, with professional advice.

Photo Contest and Prizes

A photo contest open to everyone is one of the festival's highlights. Participants can submit their best shots on a given theme and try to win prestigious prizes, including a camera. The jury, composed of professional photographers, evaluates the works based on creativity, technique, and emotion.

A Friendly and Free Event

Admission to the festival is completely free, in a spirit of sharing and democratizing photography. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, conducive to exchanges between enthusiasts. Meet-and-greets with exhibiting photographers are organized throughout the weekend, allowing for enriching discussions on photographic practice and vision.

Strong Local Roots

Amanvillers, a commune in the Eurométropole de Metz, offers an intimate and friendly setting for this human-scale festival. The Salle des Fêtes, transformed into a photographic gallery for a weekend, welcomes visitors in ideal presentation and lighting conditions.