The Internationale Photoszene Köln has been supporting photography in Cologne since the 1980s. The highlight of its activities is the Photoszene Festival surrounding photokina throughout the city: the history of photography is reflected in the city's museums and collections, new positions are discussed in the city's numerous galleries, and art spaces and initiatives provide for current discourse. In addition to a core curatorial program, Cologne's numerous actors are always invited to participate in the Photoszene Festival with their own exhibition contribution.