About KLPF

Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival (KLPF)

The Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival (KLPF) is Malaysia’s premier photography and imaging event, recognised as a key cultural and industry platform within Southeast Asia and beyond. Established in 1997, KLPF has grown into a dynamic ecosystem that connects every facet of the imaging value chain – from professional and amateur photographers to imaging technology manufacturers, solution providers, photographic societies, academic institutions, art buyers, tourism authorities and cultural organisations.

KLPF is more than a festival – it is a convergence point for innovation, artistic expression, and industry dialogue. Each year, the event brings together a diverse global network of exhibitors and participants from across the USA, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, UAE, Switzerland, and many others. This international footprint reinforces KLPF’s role as a strategic hub for cross-border partnerships, market outreach, and cultural exchange.

Following the unprecedented disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, KLPF has emerged stronger than ever, returning to its full-scale, in-person format. This revival marks a renewed commitment to fostering resilience and growth within the creative and imaging industries.

The festival features a rich lineup of exhibitions, workshops, industry & art talks, and public engagement programs – all designed to inspire, educate, and create opportunities for networking and collaboration. It also celebrates photography’s close ties to travel, culture, and gastronomy, offering an immersive experience that appeals to both professionals and enthusiasts alike.

KLPF invites corporations, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to join us in shaping the future of photography, creative economy, and cultural diplomacy. Together, let’s champion visual storytelling as a powerful tool for innovation, tourism, and community development

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Travelmate 旅游玩家 (since 2007) Malaysia’s signature magazine for domestic and international travels.

Advanced Images (since 2002)Malaysia’s premier photography magazine devoted to promoting the art of photography.

Travelution (since 2009)The new generation English travel magazine that inspires the difference in travels.

FotoGrafika (sejak 2011)Inspirasi seni fotografi anda. Platform yang terbaik bagi meluaskan lagi pendekatan ilmu seni fotografi kepada seluruh warganegara Malaysia.

Photo Creator 摄影玩家
(since 1995) The leading photography magazine in Southeast Asia devoted to promoting the skills of local photographers.

Travelmate 旅游玩家
(since 2007) Malaysia’s signature magazine for domestic and international travels.

Advanced Images
(since 2002)Malaysia’s premier photography magazine devoted to promoting the art of photography.

Travelution
(since 2009)The new generation English travel magazine that inspires the difference in travels.

FotoGrafika
(sejak 2011)Inspirasi seni fotografi anda. Platform yang terbaik bagi meluaskan lagi pendekatan ilmu seni fotografi kepada seluruh warganegara Malaysia.