Magnum Lecture: Exceptional Photographers (with Andrea Holzherr)

In this lecture, hosted by Andréa Holzherr, Global Cultural Director and Curator for Magnum Photos in Paris, you’ll discover how to create lasting cultural relevance beyond images.

Through case studies—including our current exhibition featuring Bruce Gilden and his show *Why These?*—you’ll gain insights into how photographers develop a distinct voice, sustain long-term projects, and navigate the critical role of editing in shaping meaningful and enduring work.

TOPICS OF THE LECTURE

• Rethinking “Exceptional”
• Inside Magnum: How Photographers Are Chosen
• Case Studies: Magnum × Fotografiska (Selected photographers: Bruce Gilden and others)
• Editing / curating as the core of Magnum’s philosophy
• Challenges in developing as a photographer
• What Magnum Looks for in the Next Generation

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN

This lecture is open to anyone interested in this topic—whether you’re a photography enthusiast, an aspiring photographer, or an established photographer.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Andréa Holzherr is a Paris-based curator, exhibition director, and cultural strategist best known for her work with Magnum Photos, where she has served as Global Cultural Director since 2003. She specializes in international photography exhibitions, artist collaborations, and promoting Magnum’s collection through partnerships with museums and cultural institutions around the world. Holzherr studied art history and cultural management at the École du Louvre and the Sorbonne, and she has curated several prestigious photography exhibitions and publications throughout her career.