Explore Our Virtual Exhibitions
At Photo Museum Ireland, we’re committed to making contemporary photography accessible to everyone, regardless of where you are. Our virtual exhibitions allow you to engage with the depth and artistry of our in-gallery displays from the comfort of your own space.
We foster inclusivity by ensuring our digital exhibitions are accessible to all. With features like audio-guided tours for selected works, we provide thoughtful, insightful descriptions that enrich your experience. If you’re navigating from home, managing mobility challenges, or overcoming language barriers, our virtual exhibitions can support your experience with contemporary photography in a way that suits your needs.
Experience the power of photography at your own pace—zoom in for closer details, explore key works, and engage with the gallery like never before. Our virtual exhibitions provide an authentic, enriching experience, bringing the museum to you.
Reflecting the Real | Winners
5 July – 24 August 2025
Reflecting the Real is the visually compelling outcome of Photo Museum Ireland’s inaugural International Open Awards. In our image-saturated world, often shaped by misinformation, we increasingly turn to artists for authentic representation of our lives—to show what’s real, and what matters.
Selected from 700+ worldwide submissions, our international panel of leading curators and photography experts have chosen five exceptional artists for this award:
Deb Choudhuri
Ciarán Dunbar
Emilia Martin
Dimitri Stefanov
Laure d’Utruy
Reflecting the Real | Shortlist
15 cutting-edge shortlisted artists bring sharp, striking work to 𝘙𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘭, filling our space with stories that demand to be seen. From deeply personal reflections to fierce social critiques, each piece offers something urgent and uncompromising
From Seoul to Belfast, Lagos to Madrid, these photographers tackle subjects including displacement, identity, violence, memory and the body — revealing how truth is shaped, lived, and resisted around the world through real, honest stories.
Gabriele Cecconi, Yuxing Chen, Thana Faroq, Lydia Goldblatt, Conor Horgan, Yezoi Hwang, Joe Laverty, Lisa Murray, Nicola Muirhead, Gloria Oyarzabal, Irene Antonia Diane Reece, André Ramos-Woodard, Blagovesta Semkova, Nathaniel Smallwood, and Greta Valente.
Your support makes all the difference
Photo Museum Ireland’s work is made possible through the generosity of our supporters. By investing in artists, you help nurture new ideas, champion diverse voices, and shape the future of contemporary photography. Whether you make a donation or simply show up and engage, every action strengthens our ability to support creative talent.