Ireland’s stories in images for 2024 will continue its nationwide tour at Waterford Central Library in May.

The Press Photographers Ireland CLG (PPAI) exhibition will be on display in the Index Gallery,  Waterford Central Library for visitors to enjoy from May 1st to May 17th, with the official launch event taking place on Wednesday, May 7th at 6.30pm. All are welcome to attend.

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 with Crombie being 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 photographer is our unanimous choice as photographer of the year.” This was the third occasion that the Westmeath resident has won the prestigious title now in its 47th year.

To view the full portfolio of winning and highly commended images from the AIB Press Photographer of Year Award 2025 please visit www.pressphotographers.ie

Tracy McEneaney from Waterford Libraries is delighted James Crombie, Press Photographer of the Year will be attending the launch 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.”

The Index Gallery, Central Library is the only location in Waterford hosting the PPAI Exhibition, so don’t miss out.

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Jason Murphy will launch the Irish Press Photography of the Year Exhibition in Waterford Central Library at Lady Lane on Wednesday, May 7th at 6.30pm and extends a welcome to all to attend.