2010 marks the 40th anniversary of one of the worlds biggest photography festivals, Arles.

Nan Goldin - 'Ballad'
The French festival is in full swing with more than 60 photography exhibitions and workshops taking place all across the country. Professional photographers from across the globe come to the festival each year to exhibit and give lectures, such headliners this year include Nan Goldin and Martin Parr. Infact the opening week saw Parr choose the Discovery Award for new talent in photographer winner, Rimaldas Viksraitis who will walk away with around €25,000 worth of prizes. The festival continues til September.