The National Museum of Anthropology proudly presents the I Edición FotoARESIMA photography contest exhibition. This unique collection highlights the unseen aspects of religious and spiritual life in Spain, captured by over 100 aspiring photographers. Through an anthropological gaze, the works encourage viewers to reflect on cultural manifestations and the diverse expressions of faith. This temporary display offers a compelling insight into Spanish spirituality.
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This temporary exhibition showcases the first edition of the FotoARESIMA photography contest, organized by the ARESIMA research group specializing in the anthropology of religion and spirituality. The exhibition aims to make visible the diversity of religious and spiritual manifestations in Spain through an anthropological perspective, featuring a selection of award-winning and candidate photographs.
The National Museum of Anthropology hosts the first edition of the FotoARESIMA photography contest, an initiative by the ARESIMA research group (specializing in anthropology of religion and spirituality) to highlight the often-unseen aspects of religious and spiritual life in Spain. Over 100 aspiring photographers submitted entries, with a selection of these works, including the award-winners across three categories, now on display. The exhibition delves into the anthropological gaze, exploring how both the photographed subjects and the viewer's perspective contribute to making the religious and spiritual visible, recognizing that these are distinct concepts. The opening and awards ceremony took place on October 16th, with the exhibition open to the public from October 30th to December 8th in the South Hall.
Entry to the exhibition is free of charge. The awards ceremony and opening took place on October 16th. The exhibition runs from October 30th to December 8th in the South Hall.
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