The weekend passed and with it the opening of the current exhibition that is still on show till the 16th of July at the “Razzett Tal Markiz Mallia Tabone” in Mosta.

My world is an exhibition that emerged from a question,  that set me thinking about why do I do what I do through photography.  Going back through images and instances that have passed through my camera’s sensor I realize how my mood and my feelings were somehow transformed into images.

And it is incredible how sometimes there are things in life that we do, and without knowing exactly why we do them.

The opening that was held on Saturday 2nd July by the curator and artist himself Henry Alamango went by through the cool evening accompanied by those present who could enjoy the views and the niceties of the gallery itself.

Thanks to all who somehow contributed for this wonderful evening.

Photos by : Owen Vella & Lorrain Miruzzi

La Capitale in Chiaroscuro

A photographic exhibition about the hidden treasures of Valletta.

All 21 photographs in this exhibition focus on the areas in Valletta that are usually full of activity and hectic during the day but calm down during the night. And here is where the magnificence of this city lushes out in silence. When I was a kid I used to run from one street to another with my grandparents and wondered who had ever built such a fortress, such a place that looked boundless to me those days.

During most of my visits to this city I discovered her hidden secrets of the past, the strongholds that kept Valletta what it is today. In due course I also discovered that time has not spared her lusciousness, her strength, and there is where I wanted to contribute. I wanted to bring out what many might ignore during the day, the architecture that has survived several years, the many facets that the city still enjoys.

The exhibition is being held at:

Omerta Trattoria & Wine Bar

92, Old Bakery Street,

Valletta

Very close to the school of Art

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Viewing Times:

Monday : From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM & From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Tuesday :Closed all day

Wednesday to Saturday : From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM & From 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Sunday : From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

A fascinating photographic exhibition is coming up in Valletta, opening on April 30th. What makes this event noteworthy is that it brings together 24 very different, local photographers. Unusually, the work of practised professionals and award-winning photographers will be displayed alongside pieces by relative newcomers.

The exhibitors have been brought together by Kevin Casha, one of Malta’s foremost photographers, and curator of the exhibition. Most of those taking part are current or former students of Casha, who hit upon the idea of a collective exhibition as a way to encourage the participants to ‘go up another gear and take the plunge to exhibit their work’.

For the majority of the participants it is the first time they have shown their work publicly, so much of the work is characterized by a fresh and unshackled approach which Casha says ‘..is many a times an eye opener and reminder for seasoned professionals to keep trying to be innovative, creative and artistic.’

With this in mind, all of the works have been selected for their originality, with not a hackneyed shot in sight. Although many of the artists have their own particular theme or style, when seen as a whole the exhibition is a stimulating showcase of the art of photography.

Different techniques, perspectives and approaches will all be on view, demonstrating the depth, beauty and possibilities of photography – whatever one’s background.

The exhibition can be viewed at No. 68, St Lucy Street, Valletta. The venue is a spacious, airy, 400 year old town house which has recently been restored as an exhibition space in the heart of Valetta.

All works will be available for sale.

Public viewing: Friday May 1st – Friday 15th May

Viewing Times: Mornings 10.30 am – 1.30 pm
Evenings 4.00 pm – 8.00 pm (Monday – Friday only)