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ExhibitionSolo Exhibition Mihai Potârniche (MD) – "The Magic of the Moment"📌
After the end of the summer season, the exhibition program of the International Association "Euro Foto Art" (AIEFA), carried out in partnership with Summit Agro România and the Țării Crișurilor Museum Oradea – Museum Complex, through the Oradea City Museum Service, continues with a new photography exhibition. Starting Thursday, September 17, 2026, the "Mezey Lajos" Gallery within the Oradea City Museum will host the exhibition "The Magic of the Moment", signed by the renowned photographic artist Mihai Potârniche from Chișinău, Republic of Moldova. The public will be able to admire a selection of black-and-white and color photographs, presented in very large formats. The exhibition is organized under the auspices of the International Federation of Photographic Art (FIAP), an organization recognized by UNESCO, on the occasion of the 75th birthday anniversary of the Bessarabian photographic artist. After being presented in Chișinău and Iași, the exhibition now arrives in Oradea. The works can also be viewed in the virtual gallery on the official AIEFA website. https://eurofotoart.ro/efa-galeria-mezey-lajos/expo-personala-mihai-potarniche-md-magia-clipei/ . "I am glad that, after presenting the first solo exhibition of photographic artist Mihai Potârniche from Chișinău in 2008, in the "Euro Foto Art" Gallery, entitled "Home... Portraits of the Earth", the public of Oradea now has the opportunity to discover a new exhibition by this renowned artist. We are bound by a friendship of several decades, as well as a rich collaboration. Over the years, we have organized exhibitions of photographic artists from Oradea in galleries and museums in the Republic of Moldova, while the works of photographers from Chișinău have been presented in several cities in Romania," emphasizes the president of AIEFA and curator of the exhibition. Mihai Potârniche was born in January 1951, in Păhărniceni, Orhei district, Republic of Moldova. In 1970 he began his career as a photo reporter for the district newspaper "Munca pașnică" in Strășeni. He trained in the field of photographic art largely as a self-taught artist. In 1972 he became a member of the Union of Journalists of the Republic of Moldova, in 1995 of the Union of Photographic Artists of the Republic of Moldova, and in 2005 of the Union of Plastic Artists of the Republic of Moldova. Throughout his career, Mihai Potârniche has had 51 solo exhibitions in cultural centers and galleries in Romania, the Republic of Moldova, Portugal, Azerbaijan, Belgium, France, Ukraine, Hungary, and Poland. Among the cities where he has presented his work are Chișinău, Bucharest, Iași, Oradea, Bacău, Paris, Brussels, Lisbon, Strasbourg, Warsaw, Kyiv, and Odessa. His photographs have also been featured in hundreds of international exhibitions and have received numerous awards and distinctions. The artist is the recipient of several important awards and distinctions, including the title of Master of Art of the Republic of Moldova, the National Award for lifetime achievement in the field of photographic art, the Order "Honor", as well as other distinctions granted by cultural and state institutions of the Republic of Moldova, the Ștefan Ciobanu Award of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova, the Order of Honor, the National Award, for lifetime achievement in the field of photographic art. He is also the recipient of the Gheorghe Cinclei Award of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Research of the Republic of Moldova, and has been awarded the Diplomatic Merit, 3rd class, of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of the Republic of Moldova. His works have been published in several photography albums released in the Republic of Moldova. As conceptual author and photographer, Mihai Potârniche has coordinated the editing of approximately 50 art albums and landmark editorial projects. The opening of the exhibition "The Magic of the Moment" will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, starting at 17:00, in the presence of the author, at the EFA Exhibition Center – "Mezey Lajos" Gallery, located on the 2nd floor of the Oradea City Museum. The atmosphere of the event will be enhanced by musical moments performed by students of the Oradea Arts High School. The exhibition can be visited until November 17, 2026, from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10:00 and 18:00. Starting November 1, the visiting hours will be 09:00–17:00. Access to the gallery is free, based on a free entry ticket. As part of a cultural partnership between AIEFA and OTL SA Oradea, a selection of the most representative photographs from the exhibition will also be displayed on the screens of the city's public transport vehicles, thus giving the public the opportunity to discover the artist's creations in the urban space as well.
Starts: September 17, 2026 at 05:00 PM – November 17, 2026 at 05:00 PM
Location: Centrul Expozițional EFA – Galeria „Mezey Lajos”, etajul al II-lea al Muzeului Orașului Oradea
Organizer: Asociației Internaționale „Euro Foto Art” (AIEFA)
Photo caféCafe del photo #101 «The Color of Pomegranates»📌
"The Color of Pomegranates" by Sergei Parajanov is a cinematic poem about Sayat-Nova, an 18th-century Armenian poet and singer. His life unfolds through images, like an ancient manuscript: pomegranate juice, pages of a book, fabric patterns, gestures, prayer, music, silence. Here, words become colors, and a single object can hold an entire story within it. From childhood through the years at the monastery to old age, the poet's life unfolds before us like a chain of verses. The film asks us to slow down, to watch closely and listen attentively, in order to enter the inner world of Sayat-Nova. Gathering at 6:00 PM on November 7th. Please bring some treats to share—after all, we’re a proper cinema, and we need snacks to enjoy while watching the movie! Get creative with your choices—let’s go beyond just plain cookies. And if you happen to whip up that wonderful "shuba" (layered herring salad) or those fantastic blini again, you’ll prove just how invaluable you are! It’s a chance to socialize, meet new people, catch up on each other’s lives, share the latest gossip, and so on—all of which is important, interesting, and worthwhile. So, we’ll set aside an hour for gathering, introductions, chatting, and catching up on news. The screening begins at 7:00 PM sharp. The film starts on time; if you’re late, that’s your own problem! At 9:00 PM, after a short break, we’ll take a look at some new photos or other projects we’ve been working on. Bring along things you’ve created or projects you’re currently developing—let’s share our latest work with one another. If you’d like to present something, please let Roman know in advance so everything can be set up properly.
Starts: November 7, 2026 at 06:00 PM – November 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Location: Школа Фотографии Романа Рыбалёва МОЛДОВА, КИШИНЁВ бульвар Дечебал 76, 9 этаж, 903 кабинет
Organizer: Школа Фотографии Романа Рыбалёва
Price: 50 MDL
MasterclassAccredited In-Studio Photography Course – September 8 to November 19, 2026
An accredited photography course led by photographer Bogdan Zop at the F64 studio in Bucharest, featuring 18 theory sessions plus extensive hands-on practice in portrait, landscape, studio and street photography. It is aimed at both hobbyists and those interested in commercial photography who own an interchangeable-lens camera (DSLR/mirrorless). The course leads to an officially accredited 'Photographer' specialization diploma upon passing a final exam, costs 2,500 lei (plus a 250 lei exam fee), with installment payment options available.
Starts: September 8, 2026 at 09:00 PM – November 19, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Location: Studioul F64, str. Bucovina nr. 2B, sector 3, București
Other eventAdvanced course. The Photographic Project
A second edition of CdRF's advanced course on building a personal photographic project, led by photographer Andrei Păcuraru at CdRF's Bucharest headquarters, running weekly from September to December 2026.
Starts: September 10, 2026 at 09:00 PM – December 17, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Location: CdRF, Popa Tatu 68, Bucharest 010806, Romania
Other eventAdvanced Course: Studio Photography
An advanced, multi-session course on studio photography techniques, led by photographer Ionuț Staicu at the CdRF headquarters in Bucharest, running from September to November 2026.
Starts: September 19, 2026 at 02:00 PM – November 8, 2026 at 07:00 PM
Location: CdRF, Popa Tatu 68, Bucharest 010806, Romania
Other eventWomen Photographers in History
A course exploring the history of women photographers, led by Ana-Cristina Irian at the CdRF headquarters in Bucharest, running across several sessions from October to November 2026.
Starts: October 4, 2026 at 02:00 PM – November 8, 2026 at 02:30 PM
Location: CdRF, Popa Tatu 68, Bucharest 010806, Romania
Other event"The Open Image" Photography Course
An online photography course led by photographer Panos Kasimis, held via Zoom over several sessions from mid-October to early November 2026.
Starts: October 17, 2026 at 08:00 PM – November 8, 2026 at 08:00 PM
Location: Zoom (online)
WorkshopCanon Full-Frame Workshop: Commercial & Fashion Photography in the Studio
A hands-on, fully applied practical workshop focused on Canon EOS R full-frame mirrorless cameras and RF lenses, led by Dragoș Borcanea at dStudio across two production sets (fashion, portrait and flash light; automotive and details). Aimed at photographers who want to learn how a professional studio works. Free of charge, registration required, limited seats.
Starts: November 3, 2026 at 08:00 PM
Location: dStudio – Șos. Baicului 82, clădirea Promec, etajul 5, București
MasterclassFine Art Portraiture Masterclass
A three-day intensive workshop led by photographer Claudiu Guraliuc focused on fine art portraiture: theory on light, color and composition, a full day of studio practice with models, followed by a day of image analysis, creative editing and artistic marketing. It suits photographers with a solid technical background who want to develop a personal style and portfolio. The fee is 1800 lei (payable in three installments), only 12 spots are available, and registration is via an online form.
Starts: November 6, 2026 at 02:00 AM – November 8, 2026 at 02:00 AM
Location: Cluj, Romania
Other eventRomanian Visual Awards 2026 Gala and Conferences
Romanian Visual Awards 2026 is a full day dedicated to Romania's photo-video community, featuring talks by photographers and visual creators (Horia Bogdan, Jan Bors, Antonio Pisani, Ioana Moldovan), a discussion panel, equipment testing, networking and the Awards Gala. It's open to photographers, videographers and image enthusiasts, and attendance is free with prior registration.
Starts: November 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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