A photogram is an image created by placing objects directly onto a light sensitive page and exposing it. The technique can be used to create photographic prints without the use of a camera. They can also be referred to as Rayographs after Man Ray. Below I have outlined the steps in creating a black and…
The Industrialisation of Lacemaking in Nottingham
In the 19th century, Nottingham was the centre of the industrialisation of lace making. At the time, lace served the function of signalling social status within society, and it was a huge industry which at it’s height employed 25,000 workers. The Lace Market area attracted international traders and foreign consulates were opened to facilitate trade….
After the End of History:British Working Class Photography 1989 – 2024
After the End of History:British Working Class Photography 1989 – 2024, curated by Johny Pitts is an exhibition featuring the work of 26 artists spanning 35 years. The exhibition aims to look at the lives of working class artists through their own eyes, rather than by an outside perspective. The exhibition gives a sense of…