From the director's introduction: 

"The Cape Town Month of Photography (MoP), although only in its second iteration, has become a local institution. MoP is currently the core visual arts component of the Cape Town Festival but as of 2004, MoP will take up position as a stand-alone festival becoming the recognised southern African photographic biennial. While the promotion of South and southern African photography is our primary function, we also aim to invite as many international photographers to join us in Cape Town as is possible. These photographers are an essential and enriching aspect of our event. This year's invited artist is Pentti Sammallahti, the world renowned Finnish photographer.

You will note in these pages that there is something for everyone. This is reflection of our curatorial eclecticism which dictates that all photographic genres, all photo-works of quality and interest, be they by amateurs or seasoned professionals, will find a place on MoP. Our vision is to see the development of a vibrant photographic culture in southern Africa and if MoP can help to create an environment wherein our photographers receive the support and recognition they deserve, then we're half way there. You will also find that a large proportion of the photographic initiatives listed here have an inbuilt educational or developmental component. South African photographers are, as always, making an important contribution to the social upliftment of our society."