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Innova Art will return to Grande Halle de la Villette this October, 8-11, for Salon de la Photo 2026. Visitors to the Innova Art stand will be treated to a display of previously unpublished images of a cultural icon. Photographed by Steven Katzman in 1993 the series of portraits capture former world heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali at home. Showing a softer side of the athlete and activist, the series includes a rare private moment with his young son. Muhammad Ali is best known for being a boxer. He earned the nickname ‘the Greatest’ as he is often regarded as the greatest heavyweight champion of all time. Outside of his boxing accomplishments, Ali was a writer and spoken word artist. He was a devout Muslim, joining the nation of Islam in the early 1960’s, using his fame and faith to challenge racial injustice, oppose war, and advocate for human rights. He was also an amateur magician with a passion for sleight of hand, illusions and card tricks. In 1981 Ali retired from boxing, focussing on religion, philanthropy and activism until his death in 2016. The work of Steven Katzman was introduced to Muhammad Ali in 1992 and one year later, in January 1993, the photographer met the man himself. Shooting the portraits shown on the Innova Art stand at Salon de la Photo 2026. Capturing the images was an involved process. With Katzman meeting Ali the day before the shoot, using a simple magic trick to break the ice and laying the ground for taking the photos. During the shoot, Ali was struggling with the effects of the strobe lighting. So Katzman agreed to read passages from the Quran for Ali to record, alternating readings in [...]

Cortona on The Move 2026 celebrated the 16th edition with an opening weekend to remember, July 16-19, 2026 Beautiful Country, the theme for Cortona On The Move 2026, explores the contemporary, cultural and historical aspects of Italy. Through the lens of more than 30 photographers, visitors experience folklore, relationships and everyday life framed by the unique Italian experience. It is an opportunity to reflect on the passing of time without influence of passing trends. Peninsula, the headline exhibition of Cortona On the Move 2026, is an original commission curated by Artistic Director Renata Ferri. Featuring ten photographers, the collection tells a story of Italy as a place of inspiration, a destination for cultural experiences and a place many people call home. Presented in the historical surroundings of Fortezza del Girifalco, each exhibition space flows into the next, following a multifaceted story. Smaller Lagoon by Matteo de Mayda | Peninsula | Cortona On The Move 2026 Mistral by Arianna Arcara | Peninsula | Cortona On The Move 2026 Echo Chamber by Guilia Parlato | Peninsula | Cortona On The Move 2026 Echo Chamber by Guilia Parlato shows a rarely seen part of the Italian landscape. Exploring the subterranean world of caves, catacombs and air raid shelters. Smaller Lagoon by Matteo de Mayda presents an alternate angle of Venice, one of Italy’s most well known locations. Entirely bypassing the expected stereotype of bridges and gondolas, the project focuses on the complexity of the lagoon system and the unique environment created for wildlife. Mistral by Arianna Arcara explores an intensely personal relationship with Sardinia which grew and evolved through observation of the relationship between place, [...]

After Three Years Of Successful Collaboration, Innova Art is Supporting Cortona On The Move for the Fourth Consecutive Year Cortona On The Move 2026 will be the biggest yet, with more than 30 exhibitions on show. Built around the theme of Beautiful Country, this edition of the photography festival celebrates Italy in all its glory. Inviting viewers to become more aware of the world around them. Artistic Director Renata Ferri has conceived a journey of journeys where photographs become stages for investigation. As in previous years, work by many photographers will be presented on papers manufactured by Innova Art. Chosen for the ability to match paper surfaces with the creative vision portrayed in each project and for the longevity of archival quality inkjet papers. Featuring prominently this year are selected surfaces form the Innova Editions® range. A portfolio of papers manufactured to museum quality archival standards, including 100% cotton, mould made and OBA free surfaces in a choice of textures and surface finishes. Cortona On The Move 2026 will take place from July 16th until November 1st, in the beautiful town of Cortona. Located in the Tuscany region, this Etruscan town has been perched on a hill over 500 meters above sea level since the 7th Century BC. Visitors to Cortona On The Move will be able to experience the medieval architecture, wandering cobblestone streets and exploring the interiors of some of the ancient buildings where exhibitions are housed. Throughout the opening days of the festival (July 16th-19th, 2026) visitors will be able to attend talks, book portfolio reviews and learn new skills in workshops. At Spazzio OFF in Palazzo Vagnotti, they will also be able to meet with the Innova Art team and fine [...]

Innova Art Showed Its Expanding Manufacturing Capabilities and Launched Two UV Fine Art Papers for Artistic Embellishment Applications From May 19-22, the halls at Fira Barcelona Gran Via were buzzing with the sounds of FESPA Global Print Expo 2026. Innova Art embraced the new era in its story with a stand display that focussed on showcasing the manufacturing facilities owned by the company. Welcoming distributors, manufacturers and print service providers, the Innova team spent time catching up with familiar faces and meeting new contacts. Discussions centred on new product developments, white label opportunities and specialist coating technologies. There were many visitors interested in increasing their own brand reach. Distributors visited the Innova stand to discuss opportunities for building their own ranges of inkjet fine art products, utilising the white label service offered by Innova Art. Manufacturers were interested in understanding how the coating capabilities provided by Innova can advance and improve inkjet coated print surfaces. Products Paved the Way Particular points of interest included the two new products launched at FESPA 2026, Innova UV Fine Art Smooth Cotton 330gsm (IFA-330) and Innova UV Fine Art Textured Cotton 330gsm (IFA-333). These two surfaces have been specifically developed for use by UV printmakers producing artistic embellishments such as spot gloss or layered mock impasto textures. With a specialist coating, these papers prevent the vacuum on UV roll to roll flatbed printers from pulling the ink through the structure of the paper. This ensures the ink remains on the surface, producing a high end fine art finish. Alongside the visitors excited to see new products were the fans of the core range from Innova Art. Print service providers stopped by to familiarise themselves with the wide selection of [...]

FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 will open on May 19th at Fira Barcelona Gran Via FESPA Global Print Expo has long been the place to be for members of the print community. In 2026 there will be six different events covering every aspects of the print industry, all accessed by one single ticket. It is a chance to meet experts, gain knowledge and discover the latest tools or technologies, and spend time in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Visit Innova Art in Hall 3 on Stand D62: Catch Up With the Team, See New Products Visitors will be able to see the core line up of the fine art inkjet media manufactured by Innova Art. They will also be able to see the developments that Innova Art have invested in over the last 18 months. From new converting machinery to an entire facility dedicated to creating specialist inkjet coatings.> Speak to the team about becoming a distributor of the Innova brand or building a line of inkjet media that you can sell under your own brand name. If you are a printmaker or OEM facing specific challenges from your current inkjet media line up. Talk to Innova Art; they can create a completely bespoke product to solve your problems. “Over the past few years, we’ve experienced tremendous growth,” says Dr Nevelle Bower, CEO of Innova Art. “FESPA 2026 feels like the perfect moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate how far we’ve come. It’s a wonderful opportunity to showcase our latest achievements and share what’s next for the business. We’re excited to reconnect with our existing customers, explore new ways to support them, and meet new people as we share the next chapter of the Innova [...]

New Coating Plant Located in The North of England After more than twenty years of working with external partners to produce coated fine art media, Innova Art has purchased their own clean room coating plant. Located in the historic industrial heartland of Northern England. The facility will operate under the name Innovation Technology Coatings (ITC). “We have had our own team of in-house chemists for more than a decade,” says Mike Ramos-Gonzalez, Owner of Innova Art. “They have been working on a consultancy basis with external partners under the name of our sister company ITC. Now they finally have their own facility to call home.” The chemistry team at Innova Art will continue to develop the bespoke formulations used to coat inkjet fine art and photographic papers in the Innova brand. They will now be able to work in close collaboration with the production team at ITC to refine and innovate at a faster scale. Customers utilising the Innova Art white label service will also be able to benefit: taking advantage of the option to produce coatings tailored to the needs of their own customers.  “For us this is an opportunity to expand,” adds Dr Nevelle Bower, CEO of Innova Art and Innovation Technology Coatings. “Innova Art will continue to work with our external coating partners. We understand the value that they bring and cannot put a price on how they have helped us grow over the years. Our relationships with them enable us to select the best manufacturing process for our products.” “At ITC,” Nevelle continues, “we will be able to extend the offering beyond consultancy work. We can now offer a full range of coating services for aqueous and eco-solvent applications. Not just [...]

Innova Art recently spent time in Paris supporting French retailer Torpedo at Salon de la Photo 2025. Salon de la Photo 2025 was an opportunity for the photography community in France to come together. Visitors were able to engage with discussions and presentations as well as get hands on with the latest developments in the industry. On the Innova stand at Salon de la Photo 2025, attendees were able to experience some of the iconic imagery produced by members of the American Photography Archives Group (APAG). Featuring works produced throughout the 20th Century using traditional photography techniques; the display demonstrated how the life of photographic archives can be extended in combination with modern print techniques.  Each image was carefully partnered with one of the many surfaces available from the range of archival inkjet media manufactured by Innova Art. Including fibre based baryta style photo papers, smooth and textured matte fine art surfaces and even canvases and resin coated photo papers. Visitors were impressed with the range of media on display, drawn in by the eye-catching images. Conversations on the stand covered varied topics from how to get started producing your own inkjet prints, what to do if you do not have your own printer, and the best ways to work with files to ensure a photographers work stands the test of time to be available for generations to come.  Popular surfaces included the Innova Editions® Fabriano Printmaking Rag 310gsm (IFA-107), a mould made surface produced at the Fabriano mill in Italy. And Innova FibaPrint® Ultra Smooth Gloss 285gsm (IFA-049), from the Innova Photo Art range, a fibre based photo paper developed to replicate the traditional baryta surfaces. Drawn in by the pairing of a traditional [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]