The Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival 2025 is the largest photography event in Malaysia and one of the largest in Southeast Asia. It offers a platform for photographers, exhibitors, and enthusiasts to connect, showcase their work, and explore the latest trends in photography.
Every year, the photo festival, held in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, attracts thousands of visitors from all over Malaysia and worldwide. It is probably the best photography event in the country.
Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival 2025
This year, the event will be held at the same venue—KL Gateway Mall in Bangsar South—and is expected to receive over 5,000 visitors throughout the weekend of August. As always, KLPF emphasizes photography education by inviting school photography clubs nationwide.
Throughout the event, there will be many talks and workshops with speakers from all over the world. This is one of the main highlights, as many photographers will share their experiences and techniques on the latest photography technology.
Highlights of KLPF 2025
- Exhibitions and Competitions:
- The festival will feature major photo exhibitions, including international showcases from renowned photography festivals such as the Angkor Photo Festival, Chiang Mai Documentary Arts Festival, and Kuala Lumpur International Photoawards.
- Photographers can participate in portfolio exhibitions to showcase their unique visual style and connect with industry peers. This is one of the popular segments that attracts many visitors who want to see how the up-and-coming photographers shine.
- Workshops and Seminars:
- Over 100 talk sessions and workshops will be conducted by experts in the field, providing attendees with opportunities to learn and enhance their photography skills.
- Networking Opportunities:
- KLPF is a hub for photographers to establish valuable contacts, network with industry professionals, and explore potential business opportunities.
- Travel and Photography Integration:
- The festival also attracts participants from the tourism industry, including tourism boards and travel agencies, highlighting the connection between photography and travel. Taiwan Tourism and Thailand Tourism, as well as other tourism boards, will participate.
- Immersive Experience:
- Attendees can explore the latest photography equipment, participate in competitions, and engage in interactive activities like Photomania and Travelmania.
How to Participate at KLPF 2025?
Interested participants can contact KLPF or PCP directly through email or their official Facebook page. However, note that fees are involved for anyone who wants to showcase their work, namely studios, freelancers or even those running small businesses.
- Photographer Profile Exhibition:
- Both professional and amateur photographers can display their portfolios. Interested participants can contact the organizers at klpf@pcp2u.my or via WhatsApp at +6016-715 1703.
- Open Calls and Submissions:
- Specific themes and submission guidelines may be announced closer to the event. For example, the 2024 theme was “The Silent Narrative,” focusing on silhouettes and shadows in photography.
Why Attend KLPF 2025?
KLPF 2025 is the biggest imaging event in Southeast Asia, offering a comprehensive agenda for photographers, exhibitors, and travel enthusiasts. The photography festival provides a unique blend of art, technology, and networking, making it a must-attend event for anyone passionate about photography, even if you are a new photographer.
Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival 2025 (KLPF2025)
- Dates: 15-17 August 2025
- Venue: KL Gateway Mall, No. 2, Jalan Kerinchi, Gerbang Kerinchi Lestari, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Organizer: PCP Publications
- KLPF Website: KLPF
How to go to KLPF 2025?
Transportation here is much easier because the venue is in Bangsar South. You can take the LRT Kelana Line, exit the LRT University Station KJ19, walk across KL Gateway Mall, through H&M, and then head to the main open concourse area. The event is held here and on the second level, taking the extra-long escalator up.
If you are driving or taking a ride-hailing service, just put KL Gateway Mall in your Google Maps, Waze, or app, and it will come up, making it easy for anyone to get here. However, I recommend taking the train for super convenience to avoid the traffic and parking fees.
About Me
I have been participating at KLPF for the last three years as an exhibitor, showcasing some of my photography work, ranging from travel to birds and wildlife. For this year, I am still thinking about the topic to highlight, and I will most likely have a decision before mid-2025. You can also read about my previous articles on KLPF2024 and KLPF2023, in which I have been actively providing information about the event.
Conclusion
For those planning to attend or even participate in the Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival 2025, please contact the organisers directly, and if you are into photography, make yourself free for the biggest photo event in Malaysia this August. If you visit KLPF2025, please drop by my exhibition booth and say hello.