Monaco invites young photographers to capture heritage at risk
Young photographers aged 11 to 25 are invited to take part in Monaco’s “Heritage in Danger” competition, capturing cultural sites and traditions under threat, with selected works to be exhibited at the Saint-Martin Gardens.
Monaco’s Department of Cultural Affairs has launched the second edition of its photography competition for young people aged 11 to 25, inviting them to explore the theme “Heritage in Danger.”
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Open to Monegasques as well as those living, studying or working in the Principality, the competition runs until 15 March.
Participants are encouraged to reflect on what Monaco’s cultural heritage means to them and how it can be preserved for future generations.
The theme covers both tangible heritage — such as historic buildings, gardens, archaeological sites and works of art — and intangible traditions, including customs, craftsmanship, performing arts and local cuisine.
Climate change, urban development, mass tourism and social change are among the threats young photographers are asked to consider.
Entries will be judged by an expert jury on both artistic quality and engagement with the theme.
The panel includes heritage advocate Stéphane Bern, photographer and filmmaker Nick Danziger, and other figures from Monaco’s cultural sector.
Fifteen selected photographs will be exhibited on the railings of the Saint-Martin Gardens from April to October.
One winner will be chosen in each age category: 11–14, 15–18 and 19–25.
Registration is open until 15 March at 23:59 via the form available on culture.mc. For further information, participants can contact infodac@gouv.mc.