Marysa Dowling will discuss two long term projects,Blue Bag(2007-17) and The Conversation(ongoing), both on show. These projects share concerns that reoccur throughout Dowling’s practice; examining how photographic portraiture can play with and enquire into representations of identity. Dowling’s portraits often become the starting point for a visual exchange between people in different…
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
Meet artist and photographer Katharine MacDaid who will be talking about her new book The Fireweed Turns, answering questions from the audience and signing copies.
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
Sunday 30th June: Screening, in-conversation, discussion. "Death by SuperNova" is an emotionally charged body of work starting in the year 2000 and it's ongoing.
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
In 2016 I felt compelled to reaffirm my own ‘feminine voice’ in the face of all the personal challenges and male-dominated political events - in particular the US elections. By basing my shooting schedule on moon cycles - an intrinsic feminine rhythm – I managed to channel the earth’s natural rhythms into…
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
Come and have a fabulous portrait made by Kim Thornton. Be the star of an iconic poster-style image featuring wigs made from copper and steel scourers and a mop.
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
So we're building a mini-gallery, providing a stack of pictures and inviting you to curate your own exhibition. Once you're happy with your layout, we'll photograph it and seek feedback on each entry from an expert curator - there might even be a prize!
PlanetHeroines10th June 2019
Screenings Supported by Proper Throughout Weekend Free admission and free popcorn from Proper As well as the dedicated screenings with discussion, we'll be showing a number of short films throughout the weekend on a continuous loop. Petulia Mattioli The Land of The Snow . SACRED DIAGRAMS 2013/2015 Music Videoclip created using only…
PlanetHeroines8th June 2019
Back To the Future: The Avant-Garde Is an Address is the title of Ellen Carey’s lecture for the Royal Photographic Society on Friday, 17th May 2019 4:00pm–4:50 pm. Her lecture will contextualize photography as a visual art and game-changer at the forefront of the avant-garde.
PlanetHeroines11th May 2019
