These pictures are promoting the 11th version of The Helsinki Photography Festival which started on January 21, 2009 in Helsinki and is the oldest photography festival in Finland.
During the four-day opening of the festival there will be two main exhibitions, conferences and a number of other happenings throughout the metropolis of Helsinki. This will no doubt be a must-see event for all lovers of the art of photography.
And there is plenty of time to catch the festivities, as the Helsinki Photography Festival ends on May 24th, 2009.
Historic Photography Exhibitions
Helsinki Kicks Off 11th Year of Oldest Festival in Finland
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