A Guide To September 2023 Photography Festivals

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Verzasca Photo Festival, PhEST, Kranj Foto Fest, StgoFoto, and Visa Pour L’image are among the festivals you shouldn’t miss this month.

Bologna, Italy / 22 September – 1st October 

Themed I Don’t Know How To Respond To That, the third edition of the PhMuseum International Photo Festival has its core in the post-industrial space of DumBO’s Spazio Bianco, with solo exhibitions by Penelope Umbrico, Brea Souders, Andy Sewell, Luca Massaro, Daniel Everett, Leonardo Magrelli, The Cool Couple and Chloé Milos Azzopardi, plus a rich program of talks, portfolio reviews and projections. All around the city of Bologna, 4 on-site workshops, 4 additional solo exhibitions and one collective show will be scattered in galleries and open-air locations.

Aiming at exploring the dialogue between humans and machines, this edition of the Festival focuses on the development of language in the broadest sense. The physicality of technology and its environmental impact, attempts at conversating with algorithms, our ever-present need to imagine possible futures: this and much more will be at the core of the two weekends in Bologna.

To find out more about the festival and book your tickets, visit our website.

Verzasca, Switzerland / 30 August – 3 September 

Verzasca Foto Festival takes place outdoors, in a mountain valley in Switzerland. For ten years, Verzasca has been creating exhibitions inspiring people to pause, observe, and engage with the territory around them. With freedom and spontaneity as firm values, they learned from the valley’s history, and shaped a meeting point between mountaintops, rivers, and fresh artistic currents.

This year, artists-in-residence Rita Khin, Gabriela Olivera Hidalgo, Santiago Escobar-Jaramillo, Mahmoud Khattab, and duo Sabine Hess & Nicolas Polli will present their projects created in the Swiss territory, while the works of ten international artists will shine a spotlight on narratives of youth in the old villa of Casa Azul. Additionally, the Nera di Verzasca winning project by Khashayar Javanmardi, and two collaborative exhibitions will be on display. Highlights of the program are a workshop with James Wellford from National Geographic, Portfolio Reviews, and live music and dinner event Night of Photography.

For more information about this festival, visit the website.

Monopoli, Italy / 1 September – 1 November 

From September 1st to the 1st of November, Monopoli will showcase photographic and contemporary art for the 8th edition of PhEST, a festival where photography meets music, cinema, art, and contaminations from the Mediterranean to reflect on how the sea creates and blends identities.

What makes us human? This year, Cristina De Middel, Jan Fabre, Caimi & Piccinni, Robin Schwartz, Zed Nelson, Ingmar Björn Nolting and many more will offer a varied analysis in response to this question. While their installations will merge with the outstanding context of Monopoli, portfolio reviews and other events with artists and experts from all over the world will take place, nurturing a vibrant and diverse community of enthusiasts.

Find out more on their website.

Kranj, Slovenia / 23 August – 23 September 

Exploring critical issues of our era, Kranj Foto Fest wants to exhibit, promote, support and develop the works of Slovenian and international artists. The scenic old town allows for an intimate, generous exploration of what contemporary photography can be, and of the ways an international scene can organically communicate with local communities. 

On the theme of HUMAN – NATURE, the exhibition program is entirely based on an open call process, with Amina Kadous’ work White Gold being awarded the main exhibition for this year, and all shortlisted projects being showcased around Kranj and its natural surroundings. With outdoor exhibitions being a focus of the Slovenian festival, Kranj is transformed into an exciting stage for photographers to exchange experiences and build a strong network. 

This edition features more than 20 exhibitions, a workshop by Viktoria Sorochinski on post-documentary photography across fact and fiction, as well as portfolio reviews.

More information is to be found on their website.

Perpignan, France / 2 August – 17 September 

The 35th International Festival of Photojournalism Visa Pour l’Image is held in Perpignan from Saturday 2 August to Sunday 17 September 2023. Attendants will be able to discover the work of many journalists bearing visual witness to the reality of our times.

A window on outstanding photojournalistic work, the Festival is a great way to discover the city of Perpignan, with photographic exhibitions taking place in iconic locations such as the Couvent des Minimes, the Dominican church, and many more. Visa Pour l’Image will hold 20 free exhibitions throughout the city, with names such as Nanna Heitmann, Darcy Padilla, Emily Garthwaite, Sandra Mehl, Paolo Pellegrin, and Dimitar Dilkoff among others.

More information on the program can be found on their website.

Rome, Italy / 16 September – 24 September

Charta is a contemporary photography festival that aims to highlight photo books and independent publishing. This year’s theme is Human x Nature, which concerns a reflection on the complex relationship between human beings and the nature that surrounds them. During the festival, 100 books will be exhibited that focus on and explore this very topic. Each expo will also feature video and sound installations that will bring the theme to life. The circuit will also feature a screening of the Charta Award shortlist, an exhibition of the Hong Kong Dummy Award, and a Talk Gallery dedicated to the most interesting editorial productions of recent years.

Find out more on their website.

Jakarta, Indonesia / 8 September – 24 September 

Organized by PannaFoto Institute, the Jakarta International Photo Festival is a platform for impactful photography, aiming at the international dissemination of Indonesian artists. At its fourth edition, the festival’s line up features a vast array of artists and experts among whom Gaia Squarci, Jordan Marzuki, and Florian Braakman who will engage in the many activities proposed by the festival: exhibitions, a fair, public lectures, projections, portfolio reviews, tours, and workshops spanning from writing grants for photography with Sana Ullah, to finding inspiration with Hajime Kimura, and publishing photography by Aperture editor Brendan Embser.  

View more on their website.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands / 21 September – 24 September 

The Amsterdam-based art fair Unseen each year represents innovative and relevant contemporary photography. With a selection of 65 exhibitors, the fair’s circular design makes no distinction between established art galleries and up and coming initiatives, offering a varied and comprehensive view over the photographic international scene.

The fair and the publishers Bookmarket are complemented by the experimental, ambitious exhibition Unbound, created by the omonimous independent foundation of Unseen. This year titled “Suspended Matter”, Unbound will presenting large scale projects breaking the boundaries between photography, digital arts, performance, video art, and sculpture, by artists Djeneba Aduayom, Morvarid K, Philipp Groubnov, Stijn Elshuis, Tara Fallaux, and Thom van Rijckevorsel.

More information to be found on their website.

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Also Open This Month

Gibellina Photoroad Open Air & Site-specific Festival 2023 / Gibellina Vecchia, Italy / 28 July – 30 September

The Gibellina Photoroad Open Air & Site-specific Festival aims at questioning how photography can shape itself in urban, public space, finding new meanings, visions and interactions with the public. The event will feature large format prints, open-air exhibitions, projections and installations in Gibellina, a city devoid of any visual and light pollution, where the viewing of exhibitions is not disturbed by urban chaos.

Arles Les Rencontres de la Photographie 2023 / Arles, France / 3 July – 24 September 

The Festival Arles Les Rencontres de la Photographie 2023 reaches its 54th edition this year. 

The aim of the festival is to explore the Arles territory and its ecosystem, coming in contact with the urgency of climate change and its impact on our daily lives. With the theme A State of Consciousness, the festival serves as a thinktank, with scientists, researchers, thinkers, and artists embarking on voyages of discovery to assess the territory.

Rolling Paper #5 / Paris, France / 23 September – 25 September 

The Rolling Paper festival returns to Le Bal for its fifth edition from 29 September to 1 October 2023. Launched in 2017 by LE BAL Books, Rolling Paper is the meeting place for independent publishers of contemporary photography in Paris. Free admission, this year it will again present a wide-ranging programme combining concerts, launches, screenings, installations and performances.

Rochester gallery opens exhibit of Vermont photography past & present

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Rochester gallery opens exhibit of Vermont photography past & present

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CURATOR SERIES INAUGURATED by Peter Moriarty at BigTown Gallery in Rochester. On view Aug. 26-Oct. 29.
August 24, 2023

“No Place Like Here: Photographs of Vermont past and present” will open with a reception and artist talk with Peter Moriarty on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 3-5 p.m. Pizza in the garden to follow — BYOB.

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In Fantastical Laser-Cut Plywood Reliefs, Gabriel Schama Revels in Elaborate Details

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In Fantastical Laser-Cut Plywood Reliefs, Gabriel Schama Revels in Elaborate Details

All images © Gabriel Schama, shared with permission

Through a process of meticulous design, laser-cutting, and layering, Gabriel Schama creates incredibly detailed reliefs from thin plywood (previously). His work has focused on symmetrical, mandala-like forms with countless undulating patterns, and in recent years, he’s begun to explore more narrative themes, placing figures and objects into fantastical compositions. In new works, otherworldly birds careen in a flurry of feathers, a bottle of potion roils, and a hanging unit on a wall doubles as a holster for a sword.

One major project that took Schama several months to complete was a pair of panels installed on monumental doors. “The real feat was figuring out how to break the design down into smaller pieces, hiding the seams between the panels in the lines of the design and making the whole thing foolproof for some team of people on the other side of the world to install,” he tells Colossal.

 

A wall relief of a potion bottle made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Potion of Dreams”

Over the past few years, Schama has experimented with different colored stains to enhance the compositions but struggled to find results he was happy with. Then, he unexpectedly stumbled upon new techniques and now incorporates varying hues. He says, “I have an old bias towards not obscuring the inherent qualities of the wood, hence sticking to ‘natural’ wood tones for so long, but I have become pretty obsessed with this really vibrant purple pigment I just found.”

Schama has been working on a large chapel- or temple-like structure, with Burning Man in mind. “Every time I’ve posted images of the scale maquettes I’ve made, people go out of their way to offer their help building it,” he says. The artist is also producing smaller pieces to be released as numbered editions this fall. You can follow Instagram for updates, and explore more work on his website.

 

A wall relief of two birds made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Bridge of Birds”

A wall relief pictured in the studio made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“DJ Booth”

Two images side-by-side. The left-side image shows a wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood. The right side shows a man holding a sword made from layers of wood.

Left: “Chapel of the Lilies.” Right: “Thorn and Fang”

A wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Tension and Release”

A wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Prince of Thunder”

Detail of “Prince of Thunder”

A wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

Installation view of “Thorn and Fang”

Two panel reliefs made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

Door panels prior to installation

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2023 Niagara Street Fall Fest Market includes Churros and a Pumpkin Patch

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2023 Niagara Street Fall Fest Market includes Churros and a Pumpkin Patch

On Saturday, September 23 (11am-3pm), a handful of Niagara Street businesses will host the Niagara Street Fall Fest Market, featuring over 60 vendors that will be popping up directly next to Wildroot Floral.

Visitors to the market will find sweet treats, kettle corn, coffee and hot cider, churros, creative and unique art and gifts, autumn candles, clothing, jewelry, pottery, stationary. Vendors include community favorites such as Blue Eyed Baker, Linwood Candle, The Grange Outpost, Tiny Buffalo Designs, Naked Up North Candles, Copper & Steel, Lacott Fine Art, and Francis Foliage.

“We’re bringing a second market to Niagara Street after the success of our first Mother’s Day Market in May! It was a fantastic event that surpassed expectations in the best way,” said Kayla Gaczewski, owner of Wildroot Floral. “It was such a blast to have the community come and spend time on Niagara Street! We are thrilled to once again welcome customers to check out all that is happening on Niagara Street and browse the businesses in our corridor (even more have joined since our last market – such as Provisions 139). We’re encouraging everyone to bring family, friends, children, and pets, to shop 60+ vendors in the parking lots attached to the 1250 Niagara Street building. Of course, the businesses of Niagara Street – Mint, Local Honey Beauty Hive, Daddy’s Plants, Twin Petrels, Raft of Sanity, and Stitch Buffalo – will be open and ready to shop. Wildroot Floral will have a vintage pickup truck filled with locally-grown blooms parked just outside our boutique – ready to pick and choose by-the-stem. And, we’re bringing heirloom pumpkins from the farm into the city with a parking lot pumpkin patch filled with specialty pumpkins ready to take home and decorate your porch.”

The Facebook event page can be found by clicking here.

Dishing the Dirt on Porte + Hall’s New Outdoor Mat

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Dishing the Dirt on Porte + Hall’s New Outdoor Mat

Porte + Hall’s newest doormat – The Outlier – proudly made in the USA, is an innovative design featuring tiny bristles that remove every last bit of dirt from your shoes, keeping it outside where it belongs. (But don’t worry, they’re flexible and easy on paws and bare feet!) The luxury mat’s design has been in the works for over two years, with every new detail and technological advancement geared towards making it different and better than the rest.

Created by Porte + Hall’s founder and interior designer Stafford Meyer, The Outlier delivers a sophisticated sense of arrival to the entryway or a welcome respite from water and grass in the mudroom. Three neutral shades are available to accentuate your home, highlighting the clean geometric pattern that adds visual interest without overpowering any space.

Pebble

No matter who walks through the door, The Outlier doormat is up to the task of helping your floors stay spotless – say goodbye to puddles, mud, and soggy rugs. This doormat is incredibly versatile and ready for just about anything. Rugged and all-weather resistant, it’s been designed with strategically placed vents that maximize drainage, ensuring your doormat stays dry no matter the forecast. It’s easy to clean (sweep or hose down) and can be exposed to all of the elements.

detail of textured grey doormat

Pebble

The Outlier doormat is built to last, engineered with high-quality materials that withstand the toughest of conditions while maintaining its shape and effectiveness along the way. It’s an ideal choice for anyone looking for a reliable, stylish doormat that’s sure to deliver.

overhead view of a geometric brown doormat

Chestnut

Whether you have a back patio begging for a little love, a front porch that needs some added appeal, or an entryway that’s a hub for mud, The Outlier will keep all your places and spaces clean. To learn more about The Outlier or explore more of the collection, visit porteandhall.com.

large black dog sitting on a grey doormat just outside an exterior door

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Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she’s likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.

East Idaho native Adrian Ropp, a Disney artist and comic book writer, answers 7 Questions with Emmy

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East Idaho native Adrian Ropp, a Disney artist and comic book writer, answers 7 Questions with Emmy

Every week I’m interviewing exciting people from Idaho and around the world!

Adrian Ropp is a 30-year entertainment industry veteran who has worked in film, games and comics. He is probably best known for his video game work for the acclaimed franchises Disney Infinity and Hogwarts Legacy. For Disney Infinity, he wrote new adventures for Mickey Mouse, Cars, Monsters University, Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. He is also a prolific comic book writer and artist.

Adrian grew up in eastern Idaho and recently had a life-saving kidney transplant. He’s on the road to recovery and I had a great time asking him these questions:

  • At what age did you start drawing? Have you always liked to draw?
  • How did you get your start in working on video games?
  • Do you have a favorite project you’ve worked on?
  • How did you feel the first time you got a call to work with Disney?
  • You are from Blackfoot. For young people in small towns who want to be artists and animators, how did you find opportunities to grow your skills?
  • My family met you at Retro X in Idaho Falls. You travel to a lot of Comic Cons and other conventions. Is there a favorite place you have visited?
  • Being from Blackfoot, did you ever work on spud harvest, and what is your favorite way to have a potato?

BONUS QUESTION

  • What’s a piece of advice you can share with me?

Watch my entire interview with Adrian in the video player above and learn more about him on his website.

Missed any of my previous interviews? Watch them all here. And if you have an idea of someone I should interview or just want to say hi, email me: emmy@eastidahonews.com.

Beauty Under The Sea: 24 Amazing Photos, Finalists Of Ocean Photographer Of The Year

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Beauty Under The Sea: 24 Amazing Photos, Finalists Of Ocean Photographer Of The Year

The Ocean Photographer Of The Year contest has announced the finalist images chosen from thousands submitted from around the world by the planet’s best ocean photographers.

Drone, coastal and underwater images combine to reveal the full spectrum of ocean life in various categories that include Wildlife, Fine Art and two Conservation (Hope and Impact), among others.

This year’s photographs include stunning wildlife encounters such as airborne penguins, spectacular seascapes, a herd of goats on the edge of a coastal desert, a surreal shot of a white-mouth moray and different interpretations of the connection between humans and ocean.

The mission of the Ocean Photographer of the Year competition is to shine a light on the beauty of the ocean and the threats it faces.

The 2023 overall winner and the different categories’ winners will be announced in September.

Meanwhile, all the finalists can be seen here.

“We found this mototi octopus actively hunting in the morning,” says photographer Ollie Clarke. “He was swimming between rocks and I was hoping to capture a motion blur shot of it. I was really excited when he briefly stopped on this crinoid allowing me to capture this shot with so many motion lines.”

Cedric Peneau shot this portrait of a whitemouth moray eel using a macro lens. “I love that its body is covering the background, resulting in this multiplication of dots,” he said. “It was neither a difficult shot to take nor a rare subject but I like the image for its originality.”

“This is a curious spider squat lobster I found on a dive in the Philippines,” says Yung Sen Wu. “For this shot, I waited until it fully opened up its limbs, set the maximum aperture to magnify the blur. I love this whimsical shot!”

A lizardfish’s open mouth reveals a surprise: “It seemed that the lizardfish was trying to swallow the other fish tail-first before it got stuck in its throat,” said Jack Pokoj. “Both fish looked to be in some distress. Lizardfish are ambush predators and swim away if a diver gets too close. So this behaviour was highly unusual. The lizardfish kept its mouth open as if it wanted the fish inside its mouth to escape.”

“Surrounded by diverse wildlife in Paradise Bay, a raft of energetic gentoo penguins charged towards our inflatable,” said Craig Parry. “Freezing the fastest penguin species in the world head-on wasn’t easy as they raced at speeds of over 20 miles per hout towards me. This front-on portrait surpassed even my wildest visions.”

A polar bear walks atop a glacier in Michael Haluwana’s “first polar bear encounter. Everything lined up perfectly — the timing, setting, light, positioning and the added bonus of the waterfall. The toughest part for me was standing on a small zodiac with the ever-changing weather conditions and waves moving the boat around. I took a deep breath and pressed the shutter. I am beyond happy with the result.”

“Meeting this super pod of spinner dolphins was one of the most special encounters I have ever had,” said Merche Llobera. “Before getting in the water they were delighting us on the surface with their acrobatic jumps. In the water, I was enthralled by their energetic and playful presence. It fills the image with vitality and joy. I hope that in the near future, this will be the only way to see dolphins – wild and free.”

“As I descended on my dive at Norris Rocks in British Columbia, I saw Steller sea lions circling me,” recalled Celia Kujala. “They approached curiously and stared at me with their large, soulful eyes. When a group of them approached, everything came together perfectly. Sadly, Steller sea lions are listed as ‘Near Threatened’ on the IUCN Red List. I hope the image of this curious and playful group conveys their beauty and magic and inspires their conservation.”

“I love the artistry of aerial photography,” says Michael Haluwana. “For this shot, I was harnessed in an open door aircraft flying over Shark Bay in Western Australia, photographing its beautiful coastline. I thoroughly enjoyed the interplay of the golden sand against the turquoise blue ocean. When this herd of goats appeared in view, I was eager to capture it in this frame. To date, this is one of my favourite shots. Many people don’t believe that these are goats in the image because it looks so other-worldly.”

A juvenile prowfish uses a lion’s mane jellyfish for protection and as its exclusive food source while in its juvenile stage. This image was made in Prince William Sound, Alaska.

“I captured this image by staying still, waiting patiently and not exhaling any bubbles into the shot,” Renee Capozzola said. “This image was only possible due to the strong legal protections that allow this species to thrive in Hawaii. By successfully enacting and enforcing these protections, Hawaii shows the rest of the world what can be accomplished through excellent conservation practices.”

“Hidden yet unmistakable, a Northern gannet stares through a cloud of bubbles,” said Henley Spiers. “The bubbles were created by gannets, Britain’s largest seabird, diving in pursuit of fish. The silhouettes in the sky complete the story.”

“This picture shows a grey reef shark coming in to investigate a school of “manini” or convict tangs, which have recently spawned in shallow water near the surface and just before sunset,” Capozzola said. “This image was shot in Fakarava, French Polynesia, which is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and an example of a balanced, healthy marine environment where the reefs and sharks are strongly protected. I converted this picture to black and white to emphasise the beautiful contrasts found among the shark, fish, water, and reflections.”

“This image shows a female paper nautilus with egg case riding a small jellyfish and was shot during a blackwater dive in Anilao, Philippines,” says Capozzola. “These unique cephalopods come up towards the surface at night to feed and aerate their eggs, and were mostly unknown to people except the local fishermen until blackwater diving became popular in the area.”

“This photo shows a Caribbean reef octopus mother protecting her eggs.” said Kat Zhou. “Like all other species of octopus, this mother does not eat while she tends to her eggs, and she will die after they hatch. I spent five dives photographing this octopus over the course of a month. It was fascinating to observe and document the development process of her young inside the eggs. It was a bittersweet feeling observing and photographing this octopus, knowing that she would soon pass away.”

“This photo shows a Banggai cardinalfish brooding eggs in its mouth,” said Kat Zhou. “When these cardinalfish reproduce, the female releases eggs into the water, which the male fertilizes and then sucks into his mouth, where he incubates them for about a month. While incubating, the males will usually aerate the eggs every 10-20 minutes. I was lucky to catch this one with its mouth partly open while it was actually facing me.”

A giant manta ray with large wounds is entangled in ghost nets from Thailand. “The ray repeatedly approached divers and allowed them to remove some of the nets,” says Arunrugstichai. “Although most of the nets were removed, some remained and were tightly wrapped around a cephalic lobe, which was close to falling off. A fishing boat captain suggested that these nets are commonly used by boats from Myanmar, highlighting the importance of transboundary efforts for conserving these highly migratory rays.”

A worker sits atop five tons of frozen, dismembered shark carcasses imported from Indonesia inside a refrigerated container. “Although finning is generally seen as a significant driver of shark fisheries in the world, fisheries nowadays are commonly taking the whole sharks instead of only fins as the meat is widely consumed as a cheap protein source and also traded internationally,” says the photographer said. “Nonetheless, whether it is utilised whole or not, the main concern is the sustainability of the fisheries.”

A freediver is surrounded by a shiver of grey reef sharks in French Polynesia. “French Polynesia has made remarkable strides in marine conservation by becoming the world’s largest shark sanctuary for the past two decades,” said Rachel Moore. “They are dedicated to expanding their protective measures further by 2030 to cover more than 350,000 square miles. In the remote reefs of the Tuamotu Islands, one can easily witness the positive impact of their conservation efforts. The abundance of sharks swimming in these waters is a testament to their success. The reefs are thriving, and the shark populations are flourishing.”

“This image shows snorkelers getting too close to a whale shark,” said Laszlo Földi. “Some even attempted to touch the shark. This can be dangerous for the shark, but also for the people. I took this photo to draw attention to the negative aspects of whale shark tourism and to highlight the need for increased regulations around wildlife interactions.”

“Indonesian fishermen carry a tiger shark to a notorious shark market in Lombok,” said Rike Brandt. “This image shows only victims of the shark fin trade – and I don’t only mean the sharks. It might be hard to look at, but it is important to remember that these men are not the ones to blame as they are also exploited by the system. While I was feeling sad, the overall atmosphere at the market was very cheerful, which seemed incongruous to me.”

“This afternoon was one that I am never going to forget,” said Gergo Rugli. “A big swell reached Sydney’s coastline with some waves reaching over 10 feet in height. Very few surfers had the courage to fight with these monsters. It was just before sunset, and the sky was covered with clouds. I didn’t expect any colors, but just before the sun reached the horizon, a gap opened up, and the setting sun painted the whole sky with mysterious red light. I wanted to create a dreamy feeling and started to shoot with a slow shutter speed to capture the unique scene.”

9Things to do in Colorado this weekend: Aug. 25-27

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9Things to do in Colorado this weekend: Aug. 25-27

The Colorado State Fair, 7 art festivals, corn and Polish food celebrations, and Denver Broncos football.

COLORADO, USA — Our state’s largest summer fair is here!

The Colorado State Fair opens Friday for 11 days of family-friendly fun, free attractions, carnivals, rodeos, concerts and entertainment.

Other annual events underway this August weekend include Loveland’s Corn Roast Festival, the Polish Food Festival and Summer Art Market in Denver, and the Broncos’ only preseason game in the Mile High City. Colorado will also be home to beer, car, art, music, taco and rugby festivals. Finally, rubber duck races are scheduled in Boulder and Loveland.

Don’t forget to share your weekend photos with the “Near Me” tab on the 9NEWS app. Have a great weekend!

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Colorado State Fair

PUEBLO — The largest summer event in Colorado is here. The Colorado State Fair opens Friday in Pueblo with a carnival, 4-H exhibits, agricultural competitions, tractor pulls, live music performances, rodeos, bake offs and amazing food. The State Fair Parade steps off at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Pueblo.

This weekend’s scheduled performers include Ian Munsick, Chase Rice, and Sawyer Brown. The Colorado State Fair runs through Monday, Sept. 4, with concerts from Ned LeDoux, Lady A, Gabriel Iglesias, Lil Jon, Chingy, Pat Benatar, and Neil Giraldo, plus monster trucks and a demolition derby. Check out the full fair schedule at ColoradoStateFair.com.

Loveland Corn Roast Festival

LOVELAND — Loveland’s oldest festival returns this weekend. The 127th annual Loveland Corn Roast Festival includes corn-shucking competitions, live music, kids zone, vendors, cornhole, beer garden and Colorado-grown corn. The corn roast parade is scheduled for Saturday at 9:30 a.m. The festival takes place Friday and Saturday at the Fairgrounds Park. 

Polish Food Festival

DENVER — The Polish Food Festival features numerous food options including Polish pierogi, hunter’s stew, potato pancakes, kiełbas, kaszanka and more, plus Polish beer and pastries. There will also be music, entertainment, and children’s activities. The Polish Food Festival runs Saturday and Sunday at Saint Joseph Polish Roman Catholic Parish at 517 E. 46th Ave. 

Unity in the Community

LONGMONT — Longmont’s final festival of the summer season is a family-friendly evening of entertainment, music, food, drink, debate, and connection. The celebration will take place Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Kimbark Street and 4th Avenue in downtown Longmont. The event will music, a climbing wall, putt putt, musical performances, and mobile arcade.

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Rams

DENVER — After back-to-back road games to open the preseason, the Denver Broncos make their home debut at Empower Field at Mile High this weekend. The Broncos host the Los Angeles Rams at 7 p.m. Saturday in the preseason finale for both teams. Affordable tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Broadcast coverage of the Broncos and Rams begins at 6 p.m. on 9NEWS, NBC, 9NEWS.com, and the 9NEWS+ streaming app for those in 9NEWS’ viewing area. Steve Levy returns as play-by-play commentator and is joined in the booth by color analyst Ryan Harris. 9NEWS sports reporter Arielle Orsuto is the sideline reporter on the broadcasts.

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Douglas County PrideFest

CASTLE ROCK — Inclusivity takes center stage at the Douglas County PrideFest on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The full-day festival invites everyone to come as they are, embrace their true selves, and feel the love and acceptance that they deserve. There will be fun for the whole family and, when the sun goes down, there is the 21-and-older PrideFest afterparty where tickets are required.

Summer Art Market

DENVER — The Art Students League of Denver hosts the 30th Summer Art Market on Saturday and Sunday. This year’s market will be held in the West Washington Park neighborhood between 1st Avenue and 4th Avenue and between Logan Street and Sherman Street. There will be more than 125 visual art booths, artist demonstrations, kids programming, live music as well as food and beverage vendors. The market offers a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber arts, mixed media, book arts, painting, drawing, photography, printmaking and sculpture. Tickets are $5 and kids 12 and under are free.

Evergreen Fine Arts Festival

EVERGREEN — The 57th annual Evergreen Fine Arts Festival runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The juried fine art show at Buchanan Fields has children’s activities, local music, food, drink and free shuttle service from Bergen Meadow Elementary School and Evergreen Middle School.

Affordable Arts Festival

LITTLETON — The annual Affordable Arts Festival takes place Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the campus of Arapahoe Community College. All of the art, from more than 160 Colorado and national artists, is priced for $150 or less. Tickets are $12 with proceeds going to the Arapahoe Community College College Foundation.

Art in the Park

PARKER — An annual Parker tradition, Art in the Park opens at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at O’Brien Park in downtown Parker. Artisans will be exhibiting their original work for sale in painting, photography, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry, pottery and more.

Handmade in Colorado Expo

ESTES PARK — The 16th annual Handmade in Colorado Expo features original handcrafted goods from metals, paper, glass, fibers, food, fabricated objects, clay, paint, wax, gems and more. This event has free admission and live music. The event runs Friday through Sunday at Bond Park on MacGregor Ave and Elkhorn Avenue in downtown Estes Park.

Firefly Handmade Summer Market

DENVER — Artisans will return to Denver’s historic South Gaylord Street on Saturday and Sunday for the annual Firefly Handmade’s Summer Market. The market in the Washington Park neighborhood will feature new and returning artisans, cocktails, beer, wine and live music. Vendors will be showcasing their handmade goods, jewelry, skincare, ceramics, art, artisanal food, pet goods and more.

All Colorado Art Show 

GREENWOOD VILLAGE — The 40th annual All Colorado Art Show ends Saturday at 4 p.m. The exhibit at the Curtis Center for the Arts features Colorado artists in a variety of styles and mediums. The All Colorado Juror’s Talk with Dariya Bryant has been rescheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m.

Family Fest & Bears Bash

GREELEY — The Family Fest & Bears Bash runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the UNC practice fields next to Nottingham Field. The family-friendly event features food trucks, local businesses and members of the University of Northern Colorado sports teams. The public is invited to meet students from the band, cheerleading team, soccer team, football team and jump in the bounce houses.

Meow Wolf Vortex

DENVER — Meow Wolf has partnered with Live Nation for its second year of the Vortex festival at The JunkYard. The offbeat arts and entertainment company will transform the space into a halcyon multi-stage dreamland. Headliners at this weekend’s festival include GRiZ and Remi Wolf. Vortex is an all-ages, rain or shine event. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase at Vortex.MeowWolf.com.

RugbyTown 7s Tournament 

GLENDALE —  Infinity Park hosts the 11th annual RugbyTown Sevens Tournament from Friday through Sunday. There will be food trucks, arcade games and 20 rugby teams from across the world, competing for a prize of $10,000. This weekend has teams from Germany,  Abu Dhabi, Israel, United States, United Kingdom and Canada, plus teams from five military branches.

Touch-A-Truck 

BRIGHTON — The City of Brighton is bringing out the heavy machinery for the 5th annual Touch-A-Truck event at the Brighton City Hall parking lot. Kids of all ages will be able to get behind the wheel, climb and explore vehicles of all sizes including police cars, fire trucks, tractors, snow plows, loaders and more. Touch-A-Truck will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

Great Boulder Duck Race

BOULDER — Scott Carpenter Pool’s Lazy River hosts the annual Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday. The event is free and open to the public. Donations will help fund Boulder Parks and Recreation’s programming for low-income families and people with disabilities. You can adopt a rubber duck or join a team. The more ducks you adopt, the more chances you have to win prizes from local businesses.

Loveland Rubber Duck Race

LOVELAND — The annual Loveland Rubber Duck Race is set for 4 p.m. Saturday at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland. The race is a fundraiser for the Loveland Rotary Club which benefits students in Thompson School District. The winners will be announced at the Rotary Duck Race booth shortly after the race concludes and you don’t have to be present to win.

Breckenridge Hogfest: Bacon & Bourbon 

BRECKENRIDGE — “Bacon is the most loved food in the universe and the route to all things swine and divine,” said organizers of the Breckenridge Hogfest. “Add in the quintessential American liquor, bourbon; mind blown. These indulgences come together for Breckenridge Hogfest.” This three-day festival at Main Street Station & The Village in Breckenridge offers pork samples, whiskeys, single malt scotches and barrel-aged spirits with live music. Tickets for Breckenridge Hogfest, which runs Friday to Sunday are available online.

Boulder Taco Fest

BOULDER — The Boulder Taco Fest will welcome 5,000 taco fans to Boulder’s downtown library and civic area on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Local restaurants and taco trucks will serve everything from Mexican-style tacos, creative tacos, to vegetarian tacos. Featured vendors include Mojos, Los Dos Bros, Bellota, Gringo’s Tacos, Tacos Los Charros, McDevitt Taco Supply and more. In between tacos, attendees will enjoy five lucha libre wrestling matches and live bands.

Tacos & Margs in the Mountains

WINTER PARK — The second annual Tacos + Margs in the Mountains is Saturday at Winter Park Resort. Admission includes a variety of margarita samples from blanco to reposado to something spicy and a variety of flavors in between, plus unlimited street tacos and mountain views.

Denver Plane Pull

DENVER — The 2023 Denver Plane Pull will be at Denver International Airport on Saturday. Teams will fundraise for a chance to be the fastest team to pull a United Airlines plane across the tarmac while supporting Special Olympics Colorado. This is a Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) event with involvement from agencies across the Denver area. All participants will receive a Plane Pull t-shirt, access to the festival with vendors, small bites, giveaways, and activities for the whole family.

Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance

ENGLEWOOD — The 20th annual Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance returns Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Centennial Airport. The event brings together vintage and modern aircraft, automobiles and motorcycles to benefit the Morgan Adams Foundation, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to making sure children diagnosed with cancer have access to the best possible research and therapeutic options. For tickets, visit MorganAdamsConcours.org.

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

LONE TREE — The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is continuing its tour across the U.S. with its all-pink cafe on wheels carrying exclusive treats and collectibles celebrating all things Hello Kitty. The truck will be at Park Meadows at the Vistas near Loft on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

An Evening Under The Stars

GRAND JUNCTION — The 31st annual Evening Under The Stars is a free outdoor concert at beautiful Las Colonias Amphitheater. The Grand Junction Centennial Band and the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra will be performing the show featuring patriotic, pops and classical music. Music begins at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.

San Juan Brewfest 

DURANGO — The San Juan Brewfest is back for a 24th year at Buckley Park in downtown Durango. Brewfest features 35 breweries and dozens of beers and live music. Friday is VIP Day from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday is general admission day from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets for San Juan Brewest can be purchased at SanJuanBrewfest.com.

Nederland Jazz & Wine Festival

NEDERLAND — The Nederland Jazz & Wine Festival is back for its second year, where nearly 1,000 people gather to celebrate Colorado jazz artists and wineries. This year, the festival has expanded its unlimited tasting booths to include distilleries, breweries, and non-alcoholic makers. There will be nine food booths, including three food trucks, and 12 artist booths. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Chipeta Park.

FACE Vocal Band

ERIE — FACE Vocal Band will headline Erie’s free Concert in the Park on Saturday at Coal Creek Park. The group takes the stage at 6:45 p.m.  There will be food trucks, a beer garden, kids’ activities, bounce houses and face painting.

Run for the Angels 5K 

BROOMFIELD — On Saturday, runners of all ages will gather at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport to raise funds for Angel Flight West (AFW). The 6th annual Run for the Angels 5K fundraiser includes a 5K for kids and adults and a fun run for the organization’s youngest supporters. Last year, the 5K raised enough funds to arrange more than 50 flights for people in need. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.

Festival For Life

DENVER — Festival of Life: AIDS Walk & Run will be held at Denver’s Cheesman Park on Saturday. The festival brings together people from across the state to raise money for HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout Colorado. After the walk, a festival will have a refreshment garden, panels from the Memorial Quilt, volleyball, vendors and more. Walk and run registration is available online.

5K Panda Run

DENVER — OCA Colorado presents the 3rd annual 5K Panda Run at Denver’s Great Lawn Park. Saturday’s Panda Run is a race to benefit the youth in our Asian Pacific American communities in Colorado. Snacks and drinks will be provided after the race.

Boulder Sunset 5K, 10K Run 

BOULDER — Scenic and flat courses are set for the Boulder Sunset 5K and 10K runs at Boulder Reservoir. The event opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Register now at bbscendurance.com.

Fort Carson Color Fest

FORT CARSON — The Fort Carson Color Fest will take place Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Iron Horse Park. The annual event will consist of a 5k color run, food and beverages for purchase, family friendly activities, vendors, and entertainment. Activity wristbands for bounce houses will be $10 per person. The run will begin at 8:30 a.m. and registration is free. The event is open to anyone who can access the installation.

Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk

DENVER — A community of Susan G. Komen fundraisers and advocates will travel from across the country to take on a three-day and up to 60-mile journey in and around Denver to end breast cancer. Since 2003, walkers have raised more than $889 million to save lives, support community programs, increase access to care, and make huge strides in breast cancer research, therapies, and cures. Join as a walker or volunteer for the 3-Day Pink Bubble.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

MONTROSE & STERLING — Held annually in towns across the country, the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s aims to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

Rotary Park in Montrose will be home to a walk on Saturday. On-site registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the walk shortly after. You can register online at Act.Alz.org.

Another walk will be held at the Logan County Courthouse Square in Sterling on Saturday. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and the walk is at 9 a.m. Registration can be completed at Act.Alz.org.

Fort Collins Comic Con

FORT COLLINS — Fort Collins Comic Con is happening this weekend with two days of panels, classes, hands-on demos, open forums, lectures and screenings about movies, television, comics and books. Artists, writers, creators and vendors will be on hand. Fort Collins Comic Con will be held Saturday and Sunday at Northside Aztlan Community Center. Tickets are on sale at FocoComicCon.com.

Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival

BROOMFIELD — Saturday’s Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival will let attendees mingle with cigar manufacturers and cigar celebrities from around the world. The festival, held at Omni Interlocken Hotel, offers the latest in cigars, brews, spirits and wine. Each ticket purchase comes with a festival bag with over 40 cigars samples, cutter, lighter, festival glass, t-shirt and drink tickets.

Pale Ale Pop-Up

DENVER — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is hosting a free pop-up event in downtown Denver on Friday and Saturday at the location of the former Falling Rock Tap House featuring the brewery’s Pale Ale beer. Attendees will enjoy 90’s arcade games, vinyl DJ spinning era-defining hits, TVs showing classic sitcoms, and a menu stacked with Sierra Nevada beers and non-alcoholic Hop Splash for purchase for adults 21+.

West Denver Bike Loop

DENVER — The West Denver Bike Loop is back on Saturday at Odell Brewing Company in Sloan’s Lake with a “Superheroes” theme. The West Denver Bike Loop includes neighboring breweries WestFax Brewing Company, Hogshead Brewing, Odell Brewing (Sloan’s Lake) and Joyride Brewing Company who have teamed up to celebrate the joy of biking from brewery to brewery.

Overland Expo Mountain West

LOVELAND — Overland Expo Mountain West is returning to The Ranch in Loveland from Friday to Sunday. The expo for do-it-yourself outdoor enthusiasts features hands-on training, classes and roundtable discussions. There will be gear venders, raffles, camping outfitters and more than 300 session-hours of education.

Party in the Paseo

DENVER — Market Station will hold its August Party in the Paseo as part of Denver’s Final Fridays. There will be outdoor-focused retailers, cocktails from Cocktail Caravan, live music by Sweet Pork Band and Kat King, and Korean Fusion from Mukja Food Truck, winner of the Food Network’s “Food Truck Prize Fight.” Party in the Paseo begins Friday at 4 p.m. at 1661 Market St.

Jagged Little Pill

DENVER — The new musical based on Alanis Morissette’s music is now open at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. “Jagged Little Pill” features “joy, love, heartache, strength, wisdom, catharsis, LIFE — everything we’ve been waiting to see in a Broadway show.” Fresh from Broadway, the hit musical plays the Buell Theatre in Denver through Sunday. For tickets and showtimes, visit DenverCenter.org.

Headwaters Music Festival

CREEDE — The annual Headwaters Music Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Ball Field in Creede. Saturday’s lineup includes Rivertown Folk, McLeod Nine, Buffalo and the Heard, Chuck Jones, and Pam Rose. Mito DeSoto, Rally Round, Dave Becker Band, and Mariachi Plata are scheduled for Sunday. Single or two day tickets can be found at HeadwatersMusicFestival.com.

Bugs

DENVER — The Denver Museum of Nature & Science will host its “Bugs” exhibit until this Sunday. This interactive exhibition takes you into the incredible world of insects as you learn how to think, work and use your superpowers like nature’s true geniuses. “Bugs” is created by Te Papa Tongarewa Museum of New Zealand and Weta Workshop, the creative studio behind the “Lord of the Rings” films.

Denver Parade of Homes

DENVER — The Denver Parade of Homes runs through Sunday. The largest showcase of the latest in architecture and home design along the Front Range features 55 newly designed model, custom homes by 24 area residential builders located in neighborhoods throughout the greater Denver area. Attendees can see unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes and outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. Denver Parade of Homes is free and open to the public.

Tour when and where you want with options for on-demand virtual tours or in-person tours Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. during the Parade. Download directions to participating homes at ParadeOfHomesDenver.com or download a print map here.

Water World

FEDERAL HEIGHTS — There are just two weekends left to visit the largest water park in Colorado. Water World is open this weekend and Labor Day weekend. Water World opens at 10 a.m. each day this weekend.

Red Rocks

DENVER — There is no better venue for live music in the country than Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre and although summer is flying by, but there’s still time to catch a show at one of the world’s best venues.

Concerts at Red Rocks are scheduled through Friday, Nov. 12, when Of the Trees with Barclay Crenshaw, Yheti, kLL sMTH, and The Librarian close out the 2023 season. 

RELATED: Here’s the remaining concert schedule at Red Rocks 

Mudvayne

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Movies this weekend

The superhero film “Blue Beetle” led last weekend’s box office with $25.4 million opening, dethroning “Barbie” from the top spot after a record-setting run for a month. The “Barbie” phenomenon is far from over. The film is up to $567.3 million in North America and a massive $1.28 billion globally.

Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” stands at $717.8 million globally. 

New movies this weekend

Last weekend’s box office

  1. “Blue Beetle,” $25.4 million.
  2. “Barbie,” $21.5 million.
  3. “Oppenheimer,” $10.6 million.
  4. “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” $8.4 million.
  5. “Strays,” $8.3 million.
  6. “Meg 2: The Trench,” $6.7 million.
  7. “Talk to Me,” $3.2 million.
  8. “Haunted Mansion,” $3 million.
  9. “Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One,” $2.7 million.
  10. “The Last Voyage of the Demeter,” $2.5 million.

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