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200 LUX EXPO
Photography enthusiasts should prepare for a deep dive into two centuries of visual storytelling and modern experimentation. This collective exhibition brings together dozens of experts to showcase the evolving nature of the craft through immersive displays and interactive sessions.
Maison des Arts, scène nationnale de Créteil
About
The Maison des Arts de Créteil presents 200 LUX EXPO, a comprehensive exhibition marking the bicentenary of photography. Running until December 19, 2026, this collective showcase brings together the 33 members of the LUX Network to highlight the richness of contemporary photographic creation through displays, projections, and experimental projects. The event is completely free and open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday. For those looking for a deeper insight into the collection, guided tours are available every Saturday upon reservation. Discover two centuries of innovation at this national stage, designed to be accessible to everyone throughout the region.
200LUX EXPO
From September 19 to December 19, 2026, and following a 1st edition in 2024 in a former Parisian postal sorting center, LUX brings together all 33 of its members for a collective exhibition testifying to the richness of contemporary photographic creation.
With 200 LUX the Exhibition #2, the network imagines a polyphonic exhibition (exhibitions, screenings, specific projects) based on cooperation and experimentation, accompanied by meetings, workshops, and events open to everyone.
200 LUX
On the occasion of the Bicentenary of Photography, the LUX Network pays tribute to two centuries of innovation and photographic creation by offering the general public a project articulated around 3 axes designed to be accessible to everyone throughout the territory.
- (ALMOST) COMPLETE DICTIONARY OF PHOTOGRAPHY - An editorial object that traces 200 years of the history of photography through the eyes of the network's members.
- 200LUX EXPO – A collective exhibition of all members of the LUX Network at the MAC, Maison des Arts de Créteil, national stage (94).
- LUX TOUR – A tour of France in a caravan, a mobile film laboratory to bring an artistic, participatory, and immersive experience to life.
The LUX Network
The LUX Network is the national network of photography festivals and fairs. It brings together structures committed throughout the territory around a common ambition: to bring photography to life as close to the public as possible.
Through its actions, the LUX Network works to raise awareness of photography in all its forms, support creation and those who carry it, and develop the visibility and reach of the 33 festivals and fairs that make up the network.
Our take on this event
To commemorate the Bicentenary of Photography, the Maison des Arts de Créteil hosts 200 LUX EXPO. This major project features the collaborative efforts of the 33 member organizations of the LUX Network, which unites festivals and fairs dedicated to the photographic arts across France. The exhibition runs from October 7, 2026, to December 19, 2026, offering a polyphonic perspective on contemporary creation.
The exhibition encompasses a variety of formats, including photographs, projections, and specific artistic interventions. It is open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 to 18:00, with free access for all visitors. To enrich the experience, the organizers host guided tours every Saturday, which can be booked free of charge to provide further context on the curated works.
Beyond this exhibition, the initiative aims to promote artistic awareness through additional workshops and events. By showcasing the work of its members, the LUX Network seeks to support creators and increase the visibility of photography. This project invites the audience to explore the evolution of the medium while participating in a shared, immersive experience at the heart of Créteil.
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