The Jura, a land of contrasts where lush nature blends harmoniously with a vibrant culture, is establishing itself in 2025 as a true beating heart for photography. This year, enthusiasts and the curious will find in the Jura massif an exceptional playground and inspiration, rich in visual events not to be missed. Between renowned festivals, practical workshops, unique exhibitions, and friendly gatherings, the Jura invites you to explore photography in all its forms. City, nature, sport and art combine to offer an impressive range of emotions and discoveries. The Rencontres Photographiques du Jura and the Festival Images et Nature are jewels in this 2025 agenda, offering highlights for both professionals and amateur photographers. Not to mention the numerous activities around the Ateliers Photos Jura, where technique combines with creativity for a joyful and enriching learning experience. Thanks to Clicovia, which puts its know-how and passion at the service of local events with its modern photo booths and photographic expertise, each festival or session becomes a unique moment to immortalize. Ready for a captivating journey to the heart of the photography events to discover in the Jura in 2025? It’s time to get your camera ready and immerse yourself in this treasure trove of images and emotions! 📸✨ The Images et Nature Festival: an unmissable event for nature photography in the Jura During spring 2025, the Images et Nature Festival is a must for all fans of naturalist and ecological photography. Located in several emblematic sites of the Jura, this festival celebrates the breathtaking beauty of the region through the lens of professional and amateur photographers. The event is distinguished by a rich and varied program, combining exhibitions, film screenings, conferences and field trips. It’s a perfect time to exchange with committed artists, discover new talents, and learn about shooting techniques adapted to natural environments. Every year, the festival attracts a curious family audience, eager to immerse themselves in preserved nature presented from an artistic and educational angle.
On the program:
Thematic exhibitions on the biodiversity of the Jura 🦌🦋
Guided outings to photograph local flora and fauna 🌿📷
- Technical workshops on macro photography and wildlife photography 🐞📸
- Conferences organized by renowned photographers and passionate naturalists 🗣️🎥
- Photo competition open to all with prize giving 🏆
- By relying on a professional and committed organization, the Images et Nature Festival is not limited to a simple visual spectacle. It also promotes awareness of ecology and the need to preserve the natural spaces of the Jura. An initiative that fits perfectly with the philosophy of Clicovia, where photography becomes both an art and a living testimony.
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Details 🔍
| Dates | April to May 2025 |
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| Main location | Major natural sites of the Jura (Forêt de la Joux, Lac de Chalain, etc.) |
| Price | Free entry to exhibitions and workshops, paid outings |
| Target audience | All audiences, families, amateurs and professionals |
| Be guided by experts on unique trails in the Jura, benefit from expert advice on-site, and capture the magic of nature in unique lighting: this is a great idea to spice up your photography encounters this year! 📸🌲 Don’t hesitate to consult resources and guides on iconic photography exhibitions that also reflect this festival. | Discover captivating photography events that bring together photography enthusiasts and professionals. Participate in workshops, exhibitions, and meetings to enhance your skills and share your passion. |
Jura Photographic Encounters: Dialogues and Discoveries in Images The Jura Photographic Encounters, another gem on the 2025 agenda, highlight the diversity of photographic styles and the creative richness of the Jura region. Over several days, this event brings together passionate amateurs and renowned photographers through workshops, conferences, screenings, and exhibitions. It’s the ideal place to discover the latest trends, exchange ideas, and draw inspiration from the many projects on display. This friendly gathering helps promote photography in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Photography, attracting a curious audience looking as much to learn as to share. At the heart of this event are series of black and white images as well as urban compositions, vibrant portraits, and more abstract visual explorations. Something to satisfy all tastes! Visitors can discover projects by local urban photographers, where the Jura town becomes a true platform for expression. You can take a look at galleries dedicated to urban photography in the region, blending aesthetics with an authentic atmosphere.
Advanced workshops and masterclasses 📚
Meetings with local and international photographers 🌍
Screenings of documentaries and short films 🎬 Live portrait sessions and personalized work sessions 👥 Element 🎯
- Description 💡
- Dates
- Mid-June 2025
- Location
- Cultural center and exhibition spaces in various municipalities
| Event type | Mix of exhibitions, workshops, and screenings |
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| Audience | Experts, professionals, and enthusiasts |
| Let’s take advantage of these moments to learn more about the technique and art of photography, particularly through valuable advice on portraiture, available for example on | this specialized platform |
| . This completes the experience: design, capture, discussions, and creations! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zz3tgqWlrxw | Jura en Lumières: Photography at the Heart of a Fascinating Nighttime Scenography |
| When light enters the heart of the Jura night, magic happens. Jura en Lumières is a series of light and photographic installations that transform urban and natural spaces into truly magical scenes. In 2025, this event will expand in scope and multiply the visual animations to amaze young and old alike. Photography and light interact to offer powerful images that play with shadows, colors, and reflections. High-end Canon cameras are on hand, ready to capture these fleeting and magical moments with incredible clarity and rendering. | Visitors stroll among illuminated works, while photographers enjoy dedicated workshops to learn how to master night photography. There are also innovative and customizable photo booths from Clicovia to immortalize these moments with family or friends in a fun and creative way. |
Nighttime trail of light installations 💡🌉 Photography workshops on low-light management and creative effects 🎨📷Night photography competition with prizes to be won 🎁🏅
Meetings with lighting artists and photographers 🎭
Features 🔦
Important details 📌
- Dates
- October nights 2025
- Location
- Public and common spaces in the Jura region
- Participation
| Free and open to all | Equipment provided |
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| Clicovia photobooths and professional Canon equipment | If you feel like working on your photos during Jura en Lumières, one of the best ways is to turn to local community resources, such as those offered in the “black and white photography events in the Jura” section. Enjoy fun and improve your technique while having a great time! |
| Discover captivating photography events where passion and creativity meet. Participate in workshops, exhibitions, and competitions that celebrate the art of photography. Join us to capture unforgettable moments and enrich your portfolio! | Jura Photo Workshops: Learn and experiment with photography in a fun way |
| Want to develop your photographic skills while having fun? The Jura Photo Workshops are made for that. In 2025, several sessions are scheduled throughout the year, offering a mix of theory and practice in a friendly setting. Passionate experts, often from the local Clicovia scene, lead these training courses to provide a rich and personalized experience. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, the workshops cover a wide range of techniques and styles. Shooting techniques: light, composition, focus 🎯📷 | Introduction to portrait and urban photography 👤🏙️ |
| Photographic explorations of heritage and nature 🌄🏰 | Post-processing and digital retouching 🎨💻 |
Outdoor sessions to capture stunning models and unique landscapes 🌞📸 Workshop 🛠️Description 📖
Target audience 🎯
Portrait photography in the Jura
- Techniques for successful portraits with professional advice
- 3 hours
- Beginners and intermediates
- Urban photography
- Explore the city and its atmosphere for vibrant shots
| 4 hours | All levels | Nature explorations | Discovering macro photography and natural landscapes |
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| 6 hours | Passionate amateurs | For more details and tips, you can consult the valuable tips dedicated to portrait photography in the Jura, a practical guide that helps enthusiasts capture expressive images. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHkmlvyxvpE | Visual Events in the Jura: A Diversity of Photographic Experiences Not to Be Missed |
| The Jura region continually offers a variety of visual events where photography plays a central role. Among these events, the Semaine de la Photo Jura attracts a crowd of curious visitors with exhibitions, screenings, and meetings. This annual event showcases photographic discoveries and innovation, with a focus in 2025 on young talent and new media. | The region is also mobilizing around the Clics du Jura, a circuit of meetings and traveling exhibitions to offer a dynamic interpretation of regional photographic creation. These events in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Photography give voice to a host of artists who offer a keen eye for their environment. The traveling format allows for a variety of perspectives on photography, in both urban and rural settings, for a comprehensive and lively experience. Jura Clics Traveling Exhibitions 📍🖼️ | Screenings of photographic and documentary films 🎥 | Discussions and debates on current trends in photography 📢 |
| Initiatives promoting sustainable and responsible photography 🌱📷 | Activities for families and schools 👨👩👧👦📸 | Event 🗓️ | Location 📍 |
Target audience ✨ Features 🎨Jura Photography Week
All audiences
Exhibitions, debates, screenings
Clics du Jura
- Tour du Jura
- Amateurs and professionals
- Traveling exhibitions
- Local photographers, including those associated with Clicovia, are actively involved in these events, which showcase Jura photography. Those who want to delve deeper can also dive into specific environments, such as sports or urban photography, presented for example through sporting events in the Jura and dedicated initiatives. Plenty of variety for both pleasures and subjects to capture! FINA – Haut-Jura Inter’Nature Festival: a highlight for photography and nature enthusiasts
- From April 4 to 6, 2025, FINA will be held at the Palais des Sports in Saint-Claude for its 4th edition. This regional and international festival attracts nature and photography lovers. This year, Rémi Masson will be the guest of honor, supported by patron Joséphine Pagnier. The program is particularly generous, offering photography and art exhibitions, film screenings, fascinating lectures, and several activities. Conviviality is at the heart of the event, with a refreshment bar and local food available to extend the exchanges. Photographic and art exhibitions 📸🎨
| Thematic screenings and lectures 🎥🗣️ | Photography-themed events and meetings 📷🤝 | Refreshments and food featuring local produce 🥖🍷 | Competitions and raffle for participants 🎟️🎉 |
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| Aspect | Details | Dates | April 4-6, 2025 |
| Location | Palais des sports, Saint-Claude | Price | €5 (free for children under 14) |
Special guests Rémi Masson, Joséphine Pagnier This festival stands out for its commitment to combining a passion for images with respect for nature. It also offers an exceptional platform to meet professionals and enlightened amateurs, and why not make a splash with your own photos? For full details, head to the official FINA website, an unmissable event on the calendar.
Discover captivating photography events where passion and creativity meet. Participate in workshops, exhibitions, and meet industry professionals to explore the art of photography in all its forms.
Sports Photography in the Jura: Capturing the Moment and Energy in Motion
- In a region as dynamic as the Jura, sports photography holds an important place among the events to follow. Cycling events, trail running, races, and local competitions attract eager eyes eager to capture the effort, tension, and beauty of movement. In 2025, the call is strong to immortalize these intense moments and showcase these vibrant energies through unique and expressive images. The photography offerings in this field rely on seasoned professionals and high-end technical equipment, such as Clicovia, which offers tailored sports photography services. This expertise allows for fast, high-quality printing of photos on-site, ensuring that each participant leaves with an immediate and memorable souvenir.
- Cycling and triathlon event coverage 🚴♂️🏃♀️
- Drone capture for unique perspectives 🚁🎥
- Professional photo reports and individual portrait sales 📸🖼️
- Specific sports photography workshops to learn how to capture movement 🏅📚
| Photobooths available for fun and spontaneous shots during breaks and activities 🕺🤳 | Sporting event ⚽ |
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| Date 📆 | Location 🎯 |
| Photo service 📷 | Grandvaux cycle race |
| May 2025 | Grandvaux (Jura) |
| Reportage and personalized portraits | Hautes Côtes Trail |
September 2025 Haut-JuraDrone capture and field photos
October 2025
Central Jura
Complete report with on-site printing
- Sports photography enthusiasts or those who wish to get started can find out more about the offers and events via the page
- sports photographer Jura 2025
- , where significant cycling moments are also presented. Nothing like combining a passion for sport and photography to make the most of the year!
- Urban photography in the Jura: a new look at the city in 2025
- Urban photography in the Jura will emerge in 2025 as a strong trend, which highlights landscapes, architecture and daily life in cities. This approach offers a varied range of possibilities, from capturing industrial atmospheres to social reporting, including the enhancement of design details and light effects. The Clicovia collective accompanies these explorations with stimulating projects for photographers of all levels, the richness of which you can see on
| the gallery of urban photographic projects in Jura | . | There are both black and white photos that play with contrasts and color images explaining urban development. This dynamic creates a fresh new photographic scene, capable of inspiring original visual stories. | Guided urban photography walks 🏙️👣 |
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| Workshops on composition and light in the city 💡📸 | Meetings with urban photographers with varied backgrounds 🤝 | Temporary exhibitions in cultural spaces 🖼️ | Portrait shooting sessions in original urban settings 🎭 |
| Urban aspect 🏢 | Description | Activity dates | Throughout 2025 |
| Affected areas | Main towns of Jura (Lons-le-Saunier, Dole, Saint-Claude) | Speakers | Local Professional and Amateur Photographers |
Educational Materials Online Workshops and GalleriesTo fully experience these urban adventures, it is recommended to consult tutorials and inspiration on urban photography and Jura events. A real springboard to boost your skills!
FAQ on photography events in the Jura in 2025
What are the main photography events not to be missed in the Jura? The Images et Nature Festival, the Rencontres Photographiques du Jura, Jura en Lumières, and the FINA in Saint-Claude are must-sees to add to your calendar!How to participate in the photography workshops organized in the Jura?
Simply consult the programs offered by local organizers and register in advance, as places are often limited. Clicovia’s Jura Photo Workshops are accessible to all levels.
- Can I borrow or rent photography equipment on site? Some organizations, such as Clicovia, offer modern and customizable photo booths, ideal for on-site photoshoots. For professional equipment, it is recommended to bring your own.
- Are there any events suitable for families and children?
- Yes, several events, such as the Images et Nature Festival or Jura en Lumières, offer workshops and activities tailored to young children, to instill a love of photography in them in a fun way.
- Can you discover sports photography in the Jura?
- Absolutely, the Jura offers a rich program of sporting events where photographers can practice their art, particularly thanks to specialized services such as those offered by Clicovia.