Fotoluce Expò
Edition 2026 Visual arts Photography Digital arts

Fotoluce Expò

The first fair dedicated to photography and video in Sicily

Riposto — Catania (287) Since 2026
Dates 22 Mar — 23 Mar 2026
Location Riposto (287)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Fotoluce Expò

Fotoluce Expò is the first trade fair dedicated to the world of photography and video in Sicily, hosted at Palazzo Vigo on the Riposto seafront, in the province of Catania. Two days of conferences, workshops, photo sets, and hands-on testing of the latest equipment, featuring the industry's leading brands. An event designed for both imaging professionals and enthusiasts looking to explore photography and video with the support of national-level experts and speakers.

A photography fair in the heart of the Ionian Sicily

Fotoluce Expò was born in Riposto, a coastal town in the province of Catania, as the first fair entirely dedicated to the world of photography and video ever organized in Sicily. The event is held at Palazzo Vigo, an elegant historic building overlooking the Riposto seafront, and for two days, it transforms the seaside village into a hub for imaging professionals and enthusiasts from across the island.

Conferences and workshops with professionals

The program revolves around a packed calendar of conferences and practical activities led by professional photographers. Topics include street photography, travel reportage, maternity photography, and wedding photography, with opportunities for direct interaction between the audience and the speakers. Alongside theoretical sessions, the fair offers live photo sets, field testing sessions, and a street photo walk to capture images in the city under the guidance of an expert.

The industry's leading brands

One of the main attractions of Fotoluce Expò is the presence of major photography and video brands, allowing visitors to get hands-on experience and test the latest equipment directly. Exhibitors and partners include:

  • Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fujifilm for cameras and lenses;
  • DJI and Insta360 for drones and 360-degree video;
  • Godox and Nanlite for lighting;
  • Hoya, Sirui, and Viltrox for filters, tripods, and accessories.

A project by Fotoluce

The fair is organized by Fotoluce, a Sicilian company active in the sector since 1997 and led by Lucia Spartà, with the patronage of the Municipality of Riposto. The stated goal is to create an annual event capable of combining training, technological innovation, and image culture, while promoting the territory of Ionian Sicily and its seaside location.

Admission and participation

Admission to the fair is free: however, mandatory registration is required to attend conferences and limited-capacity activities, such as workshops on photo sets and the photo walk. The free format makes the event accessible to a wide audience, from students and enthusiasts to professionals seeking technical updates.

Fotoluce Expò — edition 2026

The first edition of Fotoluce Expò took place on Sunday, March 22, and Monday, March 23, 2026, at Palazzo Vigo on the Riposto seafront. Two days dedicated to photography and video, featuring conferences, practical workshops, live photo sets, and the presence of leading industry brands. Sunday opening from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The first edition of Fotoluce Expò brought Palazzo Vigo in Riposto to life on March 22 and 23, 2026. Sunday (9:30 AM - 7:00 PM) featured a program of conferences: at 10:00 AM "10 Years of Street Photography" with Lorenzo Catena for Fujifilm, at 12:00 PM travel reportage with Emanuele Carpenzano for Nikon, at 3:00 PM maternity photography with Donatella Nicolini for Canon, and at 5:00 PM wedding photography with Roberto Panciatici for Sony. Practical activities included live photo sets and a guided street photo walk. Monday (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) was dedicated to equipment testing and exhibitor demonstrations, including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, DJI, Godox, Nanlite, Insta360, Hoya, Sirui, and Viltrox. Free admission with mandatory registration for limited-capacity activities.

Programme Fotoluce Expò 2026

Sunday, March 22 (9:30 AM - 7:00 PM)

  • 10:00 AM — "10 Years of Street Photography" with Lorenzo Catena (Fujifilm)
  • 12:00 PM — Travel reportage with Emanuele Carpenzano (Nikon)
  • 3:00 PM — Maternity photography with Donatella Nicolini (Canon)
  • 5:00 PM — Wedding photography with Roberto Panciatici (Sony)
  • Live photo sets and guided street photo walk

Monday, March 23 (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)

  • Equipment testing and exhibitor demonstrations

Highlights Fotoluce Expò 2026

  • First Sicilian fair dedicated to photography and video
  • Conferences with professional photographers
  • Brands present: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, DJI, Godox, Nanlite, Insta360, Hoya, Sirui, Viltrox
  • Live photo sets and street photo walk
  • Free admission

Prices Fotoluce Expò 2026

Free admission. Mandatory registration required for conferences and limited-capacity activities.

Practical information — Fotoluce Expò

How to get there

Riposto is located along the Ionian coast of Catania, easily accessible by car from the A18 Messina-Catania motorway (Giarre-Riposto exit) and by train via the Giarre-Riposto station on the Messina-Catania-Siracusa line. The nearest airport is Catania-Fontanarossa, approximately 40 km away.

Venue

Activities take place at Palazzo Vigo, on the seafront of Riposto (CT).

Admission

Free admission. Mandatory registration required for conferences and limited-capacity activities.

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Where does it take place — Fotoluce Expò

Palazzo Vigo

Fotoluce Expò in brief

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