Photography has always been the gateway to the creative world for me with a strong focus on portraiture. Since 2013 I’ve been taking images of family, friends and acquaintances before I commenced a new career in graphic design in 2016. Whilst photography and design go hand in hand, being a photographer had to take a back seat whilst I focused on my design career.
I’m at the point in my creative career where I want to develop further into art direction and start taking images again with more purpose – with a story to tell, so this exhibition is a timely opportunity to push my work further.
My project focuses on my friend Margaret and her relationship with nature; the joy it brings but also the frustration she feels at humanity’s reluctance to make any real difference. The project explores how she does her best to make a difference and I hope that her story sparks action, not just reflection.
Thanks to Margaret for creating new memories and allowing me to follow her around with my camera constantly in her face!
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