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About Kirsty-Anne Ward

Kirsty-Anne Ward has been a part of the Innova Art team since 2012. She is responsible for marketing and design related activities within the company.

Innova Art Partners With APAG for Salon de la Photo 2025

Visitors to France’s Leading Imaging Trade Show Will be Able to See Iconic Images From History Opening on October 9th 2025, Salon de la Photo is the leading photography trade show in France. Allowing photographers, videographers and content creators the chance to get hands on with the latest kit and face to face with experts in the industry. For this year, Innova Art has partnered with the American Photography Archives Group (APAG) to showcase a curated selection of work from their members. Comprised of images from the 20th Century, the display on the Innova stand (C063) will feature work from 14 photographic archives. Visitors are invited to explore American life through a series of iconic images, depicting a collection everyday Americana and images recognised around the world. Each printed on a matched surface from the Innova range of archival inkjet media. “APAG are proud to show the immense talent and diversity of our membership,” says Mary Engel, Executive Director and Founder of APAG. “We are happy to be part of this association with Innova and hope everyone enjoys learning more about the importance of archival preservation.” Joshua Greene is a printer who made the transition from traditional to inkjet printmaking. A longtime member of the APAG with many years experience managing the archives of his father, Milton H. Greene, he curated the selection of images for display in Paris. Working with Mary to reach out to APAG members. Carefully considering image criteria such as the quality of the scan from original negatives as well as the historical context. The image files were then optimised for printing, ready for display at Salon de la Photo 2025. Resulting in a collection that captures unforgettable moments in time [...]

Innova Art Partners With APAG for Salon de la Photo 20252025-09-24T14:21:59+01:00

VII Foundation Presents Thirty-Six Views of Notre Dame in Sarajevo

The exhibition of work by Tomas van Houtryve is on show as part of Sarajevo Fest 2025. Thirty-Six Views of Notre Dame showcases the remarkable photographs of Tomas van Houtryve. Spanning 14 years, the series documents the changing history of the cathedral. From everyday life before the devastating fire in 2019, to ongoing reconstruction efforts. Utilising various photographic techniques, unique perspectives and exclusive access to the site, the exhibition explores the cathedral as a cultural and historical landmark whilst narrating a painstaking reconstruction process. Curated by the VII Foundation, the show weaves together the story. From a garret window to the tip of a crane overlooking the reconstruction site, van Houtryve reveals the Parisian icon in a visual language both old and new. Moving beyond mere documentary photography, the work explores themes such as the impermanence of cultural heritage, the symbolic significance of reconstruction alongside the connection between architecture and societal transformation. Notre Dame has long been seen as a cultural and historical landmark, a symbol of resistance and an icon of the Paris skyline. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1991 as part of the Paris, Banks of the Seine designation. Van Houtyryve’s photographs provoke reflection, inviting viewers to reconsider the importance of culture and history in their own lives. This is a theme that resonates deeply in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country with a rich yet often endangered cultural landscape. Home to several UNESCO listed sites, each carrying profound historical and cultural significance. Reflecting the country’s rich multicultural heritage which is celebrated as part of Sarajevo Fest. Marking thirty years of peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the 2025 edition of the festival explores the themes of the meaning of peace, the [...]

VII Foundation Presents Thirty-Six Views of Notre Dame in Sarajevo2025-09-18T14:51:36+01:00

Cortona on The Move 2025: Bringing People Together

Explore How Relationships Influence the World at Cortona on the Move 2025 Each year a town in Tuscany comes alive for a photography festival. Bringing together photographers, curators and art aficionados for an experience like no other. Cortona On The Move celebrated their fifteenth edition with a series of opening events from July 17th to 21st. Marking the start of the three month festival, visitors were able to enjoy workshops, talks and exhibition openings designed to spark conversations. Collaborating With Community Many of the 23 exhibitions at Cortona On The Move 2025 are printed on Innova Art papers. Working in collaboration with the festival organisers and fine art print partner Center Chrome, every exhibition has been paired with an Innova surface that compliments the visual style. From 100% cotton papers to baryta type surfaces, a wide spectrum of substrates have been utilised to present these diverse stories. The Innova Art team attended the opening days of the festival and were present in Spazio Off, at Teatro Signorelli, alongside Center Chrome. The team had the opportunity to interact with a broad spectrum of creative professionals, connecting on many levels. Including meeting many photographers who, in some cases, were seeing their work on Innova paper for the first time. Experience the Exhibitions United under the theme of Come Together, Cortona on The Move 2025 celebrates reconciliation in a world driven by division. Exploring what it means to find common ground and heal from inflicted wounds. Each exhibition has been curated to expose the many ways it is possible to reunite, whether that is politically, socially or personally. Blood Bonds: Reconciliation in Post-Genocide Rwanda | Jan Banning | Cortona On The Move 2025 [...]

Cortona on The Move 2025: Bringing People Together2025-07-31T11:35:39+01:00

Innova Art Supports Cortona On The Move For Third Consecutive Year

Following on from the success of their collaborations over the past two years, Innova Art has partnered with Cortona On The Move for the 2025 edition. Celebrating 15 years since the inception of the festival, Cortona On The Move will take place in Italy July 17th – November 2nd, 2025. Dedicated to photographic production, the festival is the point of reference for international photographers, curators, authors, critics and the public. Cortona On The Move focuses on documentary narrative. Examining themes that are contemporary and socially relevant. During the festival exhibits and events are held throughout the medieval Tuscan town of Cortona. For the 2025 edition, these exhibits have been curated under the theme of “Come Together.” Selected by artistic director Paolo Woods after realising the division in the world, each display explores why reconciliation is the only option and considers how to achieve it – socially, politically and personally. Many of these exhibits will be produced on Innova Art papers. A wide spectrum of surfaces have been utilised to bring each exhibition to life, from resin coated photo papers to matte archival inkjet fine art finishes. Printed by Center Chrome at their facility in Florence, each print has been produced with careful consideration. Following production of the printed surface, Center Chrome use their complimentary skills in mounting and framing to create the highest standard of finish for display. The process then passes over to the Cortona On The Move team who install the exhibits within the iconic buildings of the town itself. Ready for visitors to immerse themselves in the many stories on show and explore the vibrant community of Cortona. Cortona on the Move is open from July 17th – November 2nd 2025. Book [...]

Innova Art Supports Cortona On The Move For Third Consecutive Year2025-07-08T08:29:21+01:00

In Arles with Oschatz Visuelle Medien

This summer for the 56th edition of Les Rencontres d’Arles, German printmakers Oschatz Visuelle Medien have partnered with Freelens to produce an exhibition on Innova Art paper. Les Rencontres de la Photographie has taken place in Arles every summer since 1970. Hosting more than forty exhibitions at various heritage sites throughout the city, the festival has been a major influence in circulating the best of world photography. Featuring the work of new and established visual artists, the festival has been a springboard for many photographic and contemporary creative talents. Being and Becoming is an exhibition exploring the transformative forces that shape our lives. Combining the visible with the invisible, asking how connections develop, revealing the magic and absurdity of everyday life. Freelens Young Professionals and photographers from the Hamburg Portfolio Review take a look at the rituals, contradictions and hidden forces that shape human existence. The exhibition explores a cross section of society from marginalised identities to the challenges of old traditions and the reinvention of the everyday. Capturing the complex dynamics of isolation and community, revealing particular aspects of our globalised world and addressing political and social challenges of our time. Each photograph creates a narrative that resonates subtly, emerges clearly or powerfully demands attention, encouraging a dialogue about the complexity of human life. Freelens is Germany’s professional association for genuine photography and visual art. They stand for independent journalism, fair fees and the protection of creative work. Using the power of their collective membership to defend press freedom, promote media literacy and advocate for an open society.   Being and Becoming will be on display from July 7th to October 5th at the Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation. Oschatz Visuelle Medien are a full service [...]

In Arles with Oschatz Visuelle Medien2025-07-08T08:31:13+01:00

Atlas of Humanity and ImageNation to Exhibit on Innova Art Paper in London

On May 23-25, Visitors To The Amar Gallery On Whitfield Street Will Be Able To Explore Global Culture Curated by Martin Vegas, the exhibition explores themes of identity, perception and transformation. Inviting viewers to experience photography as a powerful tool for storytelling and dialogue. Atlas of Humanity is an international project based on the UNESCO Declaration on Cultural Diversity. Since its inception in 2015, Atlas of Humanity has documented more than 1000 different ethnic groups all over the planet, through the work of more than 400 photographers. The exhibition in London this May represents the 12th edition of the project and will show the work of 50 international photographers. Through portraits and documentation of daily moments they capture the richness and diversity of the world’s ethnic cultures. Providing a glimpse into the vanishing cultures of people who are striving to hold onto their heritage in a rapidly changing world. “We have worked with Martin for many years and are always excited by the images he shows,” says Mike Ramos-Gonzalez, Owner of Innova Art. “We have long held an interest in the message behind Atlas of Humanity and being able to support the show in London, bringing that story to our home audience, was too good an opportunity to miss.” ImageNation launched in 2013 with the aim to identify high-quality work by new voices in photography. The focus is on connecting the photo community and its audiences with the most inspiring works in print, in person and online. Representing a collection of talented and award winning artists from all over the world, with a wide range of interests, experience and backgrounds they are connected by the common passion of photography. All the photographers featured in London [...]

Atlas of Humanity and ImageNation to Exhibit on Innova Art Paper in London2025-05-19T11:13:17+01:00

Fantastic FESPA 20205 For Innova Art in Berlin

Innova Art Returned From FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 With Fresh Perspectives and New Opportunities Fresh from the trade show floor following FESPA 2025, the Innova team reflect on the experience. Throughout the four day event the team made connections with existing and potential customers from around the world. Many visitors were intrigued by the Innova Supernova range of flexible dye-sublimation products and the potential they represented. Interested parties ranged from print houses looking to produce large scale graphics to distributors of sublimation blanks looking to offer their customers alternative product options. Innova Supernova is available in a range of formats to provide printmakers with the opportunity to sublimate sheets as small as A4 or rolls as large as 64” (1626mm) wide by 15m (50’) long. Ensuring that both flat bed and calendar heat press users can create products to satisfy their customers demands. The finished prints can be kept in their natural, flexible state or applied to rigid surfaces. This could be as part of an architectural installation around columns and curves, or more traditional mounting surfaces for image display such as foam board, foamex and dibond. Smaller print shops can create finished products for their customers by combining a print on Innova Supernova with the JetMaster Photo Panel or JetMaster Acrylic, also manufactured by Innova Art, for wall and desktop display. Existing customers were excited by the latest developments for Innova as a company. Including the recent acquisition of a state of the art coating line. This enables Innova Art to support their customers in a more integrated way. Providing businesses who buy white label products the opportunity to have complete control of their coating formulations. “FESPA 2025 was a great opportunity for [...]

Fantastic FESPA 20205 For Innova Art in Berlin2025-05-14T08:27:24+01:00

Join Innova Art at FESPA Global Print Expo

Visit Berlin, Germany May 6-9th 2025 to Get Up to Date on The Latest in Digital Print Innova Art will be present on stand B22 in Hall 2.2 showing the full range of media manufactured by the company. From archival quality inkjet fine art papers to eco-solvent, latex and UV ink compatible displays. Included will be the latest addition to the line up: Innova Supernova, flexible dye sublimation receptive media that can be sublimated using a flatbed or calendar press.  Each product in the Innova Supernova range has been optimised to replicate the continuous tone technology used in c-print production. Making this dye-sublimation solution an ideal replacement for the processes that are becoming harder to produce. Whether you produce large format, backlit or fully transparent displays, there is an Innova Supernova product to suit your needs.  For printmakers working with eco-solvent, latex and UV ink, there are a range of options in the Innova portfolio. From everyday wall coverings to specialist archival quality papers targeted at the décor art market. Speak to the team on stand B22 at FESPA global print Expo 2025 to learn more.  The Innova portfolio would not be complete without the staple of their business: archival inkjet media. The wide range of surfaces compatible with pigment and dye based inkjet printers provide options for the production of fine art and photographic work. The range includes options for recreating the feel of traditional media as limited or open edition prints. Modern surfaces provide options for the production of digital photography and art for exhibition and sale.  To learn more about the full range of products manufactured by Innova Art, visit stand B22 in Hall 2.2 at FESPA Global Print Expo 2025. Click [...]

Join Innova Art at FESPA Global Print Expo2025-04-29T09:32:20+01:00

Innova Art to Exhibit at The Photography Show 2025, London, Excel

Innova Art will be travelling to London for The Photography and Video Show taking place at London Excel, March 8-11, 2025. The Photography and Video Show gives photographers and videographers the opportunity to experience the latest developments in the industry. From seminars and presentations by top professionals to the the newest kit from the biggest brands. In a change to the usual midlands location, the 2025 edition is being held at Excel London. Visit Stand D10 to see the full line up of Innova products. Providing a wide selection of media, the Innova range covers every level of inkjet printing ability. Olmec professional quality photo papers provide an excellent introduction to producing your one prints. From working in a home studio using A4 up to A2 sheet sizes to scaling up producing using wide format rolls. Innova Fine Art and Photo Art ranges give an excellent selection of surfaces for exhibition quality prints. The archival fine art photo papers in these ranges are available in sheet sizes and 15m long roll formats. Providing production operatives with extra time to focus on their creative workflows. Innova Editions® represents the crème de la crème of archival inkjet media. Each paper in this range is manufactured in line with museum standards of archival quality. Ensuring that creators can match the media to their vision, each paper has slightly different qualities which influence the interpretation of the finished print.  In addition to their ranges of archival inkjet fine art and photo media, Innova Art also offers a portfolio of canvas, wall coverings, eco-solvent and dye-sublimation compatible surfaces. Visit the team on Stand D10 at The Photography and Video Show 2025 to find out more.  Irresistible Show Offers Visitors to London Excel this [...]

Innova Art to Exhibit at The Photography Show 2025, London, Excel2025-02-05T16:45:09+01:00

Innova Editions Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm Receives Editor’s Choice Award

Every year the Photography News Awards highlight the best products available in the photography industry.  All categories in the 2024 awards were open to vote by the general public, with a select few products receiving the prestigious Editor’s Choice recognition. These products are had picked by Photography News Editor Pete Townsend. Innova Editions Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm was the only photography paper to receive this recognition.  “Innova’s Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm delivers breathtaking prints with rich blacks and vibrant colours that truly stand out. Its smooth finish and sturdy feel impressed us, making it an excellent choice for creating gallery-quality presentations that demand both visual and tactile excellence.” Innova Editions Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm (IFA-069) is a fibre based archival inkjet photo paper, compatible with both pigment and dye based printers. The surface is modelled on those found in traditional darkrooms, featuring a smooth gloss finish. Available in sheet formats from A4 up to A2 size and 15m long roll formats Innova Editions Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm is a product that can slot seamlessly into production processes within large a small print studios.  Click here to read issue 119 of Photography News online. 

Innova Editions Exhibition Photo Baryta 310gsm Receives Editor’s Choice Award2025-01-31T10:00:36+01:00
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