From Polaroids and black-and-white photographs to collages, videos and installations: the first comprehensive exhibition of Tony Rizzi’s photographic work offers an intimate glimpse into his world of dance, queer culture, identity, desire and belonging. read more

FFF ACADEMY: Lecture

»SPECULATION AND COLLABORATION: DOCUMENTARY PRACTICE BETWEEN TRUTH AND FICTION«

Max Pinckers

Friday, September 25, 2026, 6 pm

In his talk, Max Pinckers offers insights into his conceptual and research-based practice and explores how photography can not only represent social reality, but also critically reflect on and actively shape it. Read more

Curator’s Tour

“TONY RIZZI

Work Hard, Don't Lie, and Try Not to Hurt Anybody”

Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 3 pm 

Celina Lunsford, curator of the exhibition and Artistic Director of FFF, offers exclusive insights not only into the photographic work of the dancer, choreographer, and photographer Tony Rizzi, but also into the ideas and perspectives behind the exhibition during her guided tour of the current show. read more about the exbition

NEWS

FFF ACADEMY 2026

Inspiring talks and dialogues on abstraction, materiality, and how AI images are reshaping visual perception — experience the programme highlights, live and up close – with Jessica Backhaus, Viktoria Binschtok, Nina Berman, Kaya & Blank, Alessandra Capodacqua, Snežana Golubović, Max Pinckers, Tony Rizzi, Christian Schön, Markus Seibel, Robert Schittko und Steve Valk. Overview of all dates 

With his concept of ‘Speculative Documentary Photography’, Max Pinckers challenges conventional notions of truth and authenticity. A workshop for anyone interested in expanding and critically reflecting on contemporary documentary image-making. READ MORE and REGISTER 

FFF ACademY: WORKSHOP

»EYES ON FRANKFURT - Searching for Traces«

Markus Seibel

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2–5:30 pm

Join us for "EYES ON FRANKUFRT - Searching for Traces," a captivating photography workshop led by acclaimed photographer Markus Seibel. Dive into the vibrant cityscape of Frankfurt as you learn to capture its essence through your lens. Discover hidden stories and uncover unique perspectives while honing your skills in composition and visual storytelling. MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 

Are you a student of photography, design, art, curatorial studies, or a related field? 

Then apply for a scholarship for FFF ACADEMY workshops with international photographers and experts!

The participation fees will be fully covered by the scholarship.

Supported by Heinz und Gisela Friederichs Stiftung.

This year's FFF Academy programme includes workshops with e.g. Nina Berman, Alessandra Capodacqua, Francesca Hummler, Max Pinckers and Christian Schön. see all workshops and dates

Send your application in one pdf-filde to akademie(a)fffrankfurt.org, including:

• Desired workshop with a short statement about you and your work

• Portfolio (incl. 10–20 JPGs)

• Proof of current enrollment