(IBwire.com - October 12, 2010) Paris Photo 2010 is one of the foremost photography events in the world and features exhibitions from some of the industry’s leading names. Visitors can see galleries dedicated to 19th century photography as well as contemporary images and the most fashionable new work hitting the market.

Every year the show has a section dedicated to the latest photography being produced outside of France and this year the focus is on Central Europe. The work of artists from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia are all set to feature at the event. Audiences will be taken on a photographic journey covering the 1920’s to the post-war era, right the way to the newest trends from each country.

Being announced at the exhibition is the winner of the BMW Paris Photo Prize which includes an exhibition from 20 short-listed entrants centred on the theme of ‘electric vision’. A €12,000 prize will be awarded to the winner decided by a team of international judges.

Visitors staying in Paris hotels can view all of the exhibitions at the Carrousel du Louvre for four days from 18th to 21st November 2010.

Lek Boonlert, marketing head at DirectRooms.com commented: “This is a chance for photography fans to see some of the best images from world renowned artists. Paris sees an increase in visitors booking hotels closest to the exhibition so people planning on attending should be prepared to make an advanced online reservation.”

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