World Press Photo Exhibit Amsterdam

Every year the World Press Photo exhibit comes to Amsterdam. This display of the top news images from the past year is usually both inspiring and horrifying. Visit the exhibit at Amsterdam’s Nieuwe Kerk from April 14 to July 22.

Usually the exhibit has a mix of fascinating peeks into cultural practices, festivals and events throughout the world. There are also disturbing images of conflicts, illness and poverty. Categories include Spot News, General News, People, Sports, Contemporary Issues, Daily Life, Portraits and Nature.

The World Press Photo organization is a non-profit based in Amsterdam. Their main goal is to support professional photojournalism on an international scale. They host an annual photo competition, and the prizewinning photographs are assembled into a traveling exhibition.