ISSP Photowalk No. 7 :: The Fifth Centre with Loïc Sutter and guests
Schedule
Sat Aug 23 2025 at 02:15 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC+03:00Location
Skanstes City | Riga, RI
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Registration is now open for ISSP Photowalk No. 7: The Fifth Centre with Loïc Sutter and guests📅 Saturday, 23 August, 14.15 - 18.00
📍 Meeting point - Lugažu iela tram stop
“The era of pastures, meadows and kitchen gardens is now in the past to be replaced by a contemporary urban environment conducive to a true urban lifestyle.” - from Skanste Development Agency website
‘Historical’, ‘Near’, ‘Far’ and ‘Quiet’ are the common names for the four Riga's informal centres. Although often overlooked by the tourist brochures, a Fifth Centre exists, flourishing wherever neglected by its big brothers. It’s encountered on the margins, in neglected and forgotten corners, the in-betweens of the city. Occasionally criticised and provoking weariness and contempt, it also opens up cherished spaces of freedom and refuge for humans and non-humans alike. But eventually, it has to give way when control, optimisation, and profit arrive to claim the space.
A Swiss artist staying at the ISSP Residency during the months of July and August, Loïc Sutter likes to explore, understand, and represent the urban fabric and man-made landscapes through walking and photography. During his wanderings through Riga, Loïc has developed an affection towards the Fifth Centre, and invites you to join him and a few guest urban practitioners on a walk through some of the wilder areas of the Skanste district.
The photowalk with several stops for conversations and exchange will start in Pētersala and continue to Skanste district in development. Anyone interested in urban spaces, their dynamics and possibilities is welcome to join!
📌 Time-plan:
14.15 – Meeting at Lugažu iela tram stop
14.30 – Introductions round
15.00 – A walk with moments of exploration and exchange
17.00 – A picnic and reflections on the walk in the urban meadow
18.00 – End (or continuation of the conversation)
📌 Bring your digital camera or phone with a camera, an outdoor seat or picnic blanket, and a drink or snacks for the final picnic.
The language of the walk is English.
Participation contribution: donation (depending on your opportunities).
📌 The number of participants is limited. Please register here: https://ej.uz/photowalks
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A series of ISSP English-language photowalks around Riga neighborhoods together with the best of Latvian and visiting foreign photographers is an opportunity to explore and learn more about Riga's urban environment through the lens, and to make new connections with fellow urban explorers and those interested in the visual landscape of the city. Whether you are new to Riga, a local, or just visiting, everyone is welcome!
This event is a part of the ISSP Residency programme, supported by VKKF.
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Where is it happening?
Skanstes City, Riga, LatviaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
