The contemporary photography platform ISSP continues its series of photowalks designed specifically for international students studying at universities in Riga. The photowalks are an invitation to explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods in a creative way, discover lesser-known places, meet local people, and connect with fellow participants.

Registration is now open for Photo walk No. 5 – Zaķusala with Mārtiņš Grauds
🗓️ Saturday, September 5, 14:00 – 18:00
📍 Meeting point – Memorial to the Barricades of 1991, ACIS

On this photo walk, we will explore one of Riga’s main islands, Zaķusala, together with photographer and documentary filmmaker Mārtiņš Grauds. Located in the very heart of the city yet surprisingly wild and tranquil, the island is dominated by Riga’s monumental TV tower.

Grauds will share his research into the island’s past and present, as well as his approach to observing and documenting places. During the walk, we will visit the Memorial to the Barricades of 1991 and a hidden Riga Wake spot, before setting off on an exploratory hike across the island to discover its hidden beaches and stunning views of Riga’s Old Town.

After an afternoon of photography, conversations, and attentive observation, participants will have the opportunity to share impressions and discuss their images in an informal and welcoming atmosphere.

To conclude the day, those who wish are welcome to experience the Latvian sauna tradition at the Zaķusala sauna!

During the photo walk, participants will be encouraged to capture their perspective of the neighborhood through photographs and short notes, which will later be used in a creative zine workshops and a collaboratively created exhibition and publication.

Why join?

• Discover Riga’s neighborhoods in a creative, non-traditional way;
• Get to know top Latvian photographers, local community members, unique projects and lesser-known places;
• Practice street and documentary photography in natural light;
• Meet and connect with new people through shared exploration;
• Take part in a community arts project and a future exhibition.

The project is supported by the EU Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund and Latvian State budget, promoting innovative and inclusive approaches to integration of third countries’ citizens. According to the programme objectives, the main audience is students from outside the EU. Latvians who wish to meet Riga newcomers are welcome to join! 
The photowalks are open to students of all disciplines; no prior photography experience is required.

– Bring a digital camera or phone with a camera.
– Photo walk language: English
– Participation is free of charge.

– Spots are limited to 20 – please REGISTER HERE.
Registered participants will receive detailed information about the event by email.

In case of questions, contact [email protected]