The Arts in Marrakech Festival 2007

From November 23 to 29, 2007, the best in contemporary African Photography will be showcased at the Arts in Marrakech (AiM) Festival. Not only will there be photography exhibitions and film art screenings throughout the seven days, but also literary talks, readings, and a special screenwriters' forum. The event opens at the Museum of Marrakech, with an exhibition of South African Photography. With the expansion of worldwide cultural events such as these, it seems that appreciation is growing for not only the photographic image, but the unique ways in which a world of different perspectives can be expressed.

Marrakech is renowned for its exotic beauty, even among Native Morrocoans. Participating exhibition spaces include Riad El Fenn, a luxury hotel, and Kssour Agafay, a restored 16th-century townhouse turned member’s club, Dar Cherifa cultural center, the Royal Theater and the Marrakech museum. Participating art galleries include Rê, 127, and Light.

Access to all events is included with registration. Forms can be submitted via email, or you can register during the festival (if you just happen to be in that neck of the woods come late November). Registration is € 100 (or $146).

AiM's website advises early registration, since late November is a peak travel time for Morrocco. A list of recommended hotels can be viewed online. Click here to view and to download a registration form.

Telluride Festival of the Arts Announces Schedule of Events

Taking place August 16 to 19, 2007, The Telluride Festival of the Arts will showcase artists both regional and national, as well as fine food and drink from Telluride’s finest culinary experts. The outdoor festival will take place in the skiing town of Mountain Village, Colorado, before a vista of the majestic San Juan Mountains.

Through all four days, an exhibition of participating events will run at the Conference Center and Heritage Plaza, concurrent with Chef demonstrations, wine tastings, and other events for food lovers. For a full schedule, visit www.TellurideFest.com.

Photographers that have signed on include Ginger Delater of San Jose, NM; Howie Garber of Salt Lake City, UT; Bryan David Griffith of Flagstaff, AZ; Ray Hartl of Salem, WI; and Kenny Tong of Chino Hills, CA. A complete list can be viewed here. The Telluride Festival takes place once every year.