Most notable photos of the year to be displayed in Waterford Central Library

The Press Photographers Ireland CLG exhibition will be on display in at Waterford Central Library for visitors to enjoy from May 1 to May 17, with the official launch event taking place on Wednesday, May 7, at 6.30pm.

The Press Photographer of the Year Award was established to bring the talented and memorable work of Ireland's press photographers to a wider audience. 

The exhibition features 110 images in total capturing life, both at home and abroad during 2024 and showcases the very best of Irish press photography.

World renowned sports photographer, James Crombie - Inpho Photography - was awarded the trophy for Press Photographer of the Year, being named the unanimous choice of winner by the judges, who said: “We were all extremely impressed with the way the photographer nailed the best possible image from so many different situations inside and outside the field of play."

This was the third occasion that the Westmeath resident has won the prestigious title now in its 47th year.

Tracy McEneaney, from Waterford Libraries is delighted that James Crombie will be attending the launch in Waterford and is looking forward to seeing the exhibition again this year, while David Branigan, President of Press Photographers Ireland CLG, said: “We are delighted that our exhibition is visiting Waterford next month and we hope that visitors from the local area and beyond will enjoy browsing through the award-winning and highly acclaimed imagery which demonstrates the hard work and commitment of our Irish press photographers.” 

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Jason Murphy will launch the Irish Press Photography of the Year Exhibition in the city library, which is located in Lady Lane, on Wednesday, May 7, at 6.30pm.

Cllr Murphy extended a welcome invitation for all people to attend.