RPS POSTGRADUATE BURSARY
As part of The RPS remit as an educational charity we offer an annual bursary of £3,500 in support of a postgraduate student. For this bursary, photography is interpreted in its widest sense to include digital and traditional photographic media, the art and science of photography and image based written work.
Applications are invited from postgraduate students on courses in photography or undertaking research in photography. Applications must be written in English if applying from abroad. Applicants can apply at any stage of their studies but must demonstrate a specific outcome for their proposed project.
2024 Recipient: Mimi Ezinne
Project: Journey Mercies -- An Intimate Visual Exploration of African Immigration
Some of the themes I will be exploring include: Privilege and Birthplace: Unearthing the reality of privilege and the profound influence of birthplace, questioning societal borders, and dispelling the myth that the grass is always greener on the other side.
Isolation and Regret: Examining the isolation and regret experienced by those who leave their homeland, touching on the sacrifices made and the impact on family units, especially within the Black community. Generational Trauma: Investigating the generational trauma resulting from missed birthdays, milestones, and the perpetual cycle of separation for a glimpse of a better life.
Global Consequences: Addressing the ongoing consequences of colonization, imperialism, and exploitation in African countries, juxtaposed with the relentless pursuit of a better life in the West.
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Previous Recipients
Explore the previous recipients of the Postgraduate Bursary going back to 2009, read more out their projects and on going work.
Submissions Closed for 2024
The Postgraduate Bursary has been postponed for 2025
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On completion of the projects, each recipient will also have the opportunity to have your portfolio printed by Metro Imaging and receive remote mentoring from its director Steve Macleod.