Mina Boromand seeks to explore the lack of visual imagery in her mind through an experimental approach to photography.
SPOTLIGHT
The Royal Photographic Society is proud to be launching this new section of its website entitled “Spotlight.”
Focusing on the RPS’ strategy of “Photography for Everyone,” Spotlight aims to expand the RPS narrative to include a diverse collection of stories from all sectors of society.
Included in this are a selection of articles written by our newly appointed Spotlight editor, Alison Webber FRPS, extracts from the RPS journal and news about photography exhibitions and events.
LATEST
Behind the lens, food was no longer the enemy. Food became an inspiration, a motivation, and finally a friend.
A project which reflects on the meaning of ‘home’ for Ukrainians.
How two artists got together to challenge the idea that we all see the world in the same way.
SPOTLIGHT ARTICLES
Arts, Health & Wellbeing
Behind the lens, food was no longer the enemy. Food became an inspiration, a motivation, and finally a friend.
Promoting inclusivity through a series of photo essays.
A sympathetic portrayal of the elderly by photographer, Arianne Clément.
Their experiences and interests come together to highlight the day to day lives of young people outside of their caring roles and gives them a platform to test new skills and celebrate their creativity.
The effects of bullying seen through the eyes of two photographers.
A photography support network for people experiencing mental health conditions.
An exhibition representing the whole spectrum of society and disabilities.
‘Show and Tell’, organised by The Photography Movement, is a project which encourages young people between the ages of 10 and 18 to explore their own mental health through photography.
An interview with RPS member, Claire Sheppard
Personal Stories
Mina Boromand seeks to explore the lack of visual imagery in her mind through an experimental approach to photography.
A project which reflects on the meaning of ‘home’ for Ukrainians.
How two artists got together to challenge the idea that we all see the world in the same way.
How a photography project by neurodivergent artist Mahlia Amatina illustrates how something as mundane as washing laundry can unite us.
How a collective of photographers has brought together their diverse interpretations through the poetry of Larkin.
Bunshri Chandaria FRPS brings the experience of a loved one to life to promote understanding of Alzheimer’s
Bringing multiple voices and disabilities together through photography.
'Holding the Baby' is an exhibition of images by Polly Braden illustrating the lives of single parents, which is on display at the Arnolfini Gallery in Bristol until 12th June 2022.
Tony’s “Only the Lonely?” photography project provides a valuable insight into the nation’s mental health and wellbeing through his study of human solitude and isolation.
Alison Webber interviews Nicky Ebbage, a non-binary photographer from Bristol and creator of the “Bristol Trans Portraits,” a project to bring visibility and awareness to the transgender community in Bristol.
Over the past 2 years, mentors from the London region of the Royal Photographic Society in conjunction with Café Art have been helping a group of photographers affected by homelessness.
In an innovative project backed by the RPS, people who had been affected by homelessness are putting their experiences in the frame.
Arts & The Environment
Working with the Open Eye Gallery and local charity shops, Fashion Design and Photography students from the University of Chester have designed and photographed a sustainable fashion collection created by upcycling donated clothing.
Social media platforms (like Instagram) have changed the scope of experiences and have mobilised significant shifts in the motivations and behaviours of tourists.
RPS JOURNAL - ARTICLES & EXTRACTS
Photo Essays
RPS member Paul Sanders was picture editor at the Times for seven years before anxiety and depression led to him taking up a new career as a landscape photographer.
Many are searching for ways to improve their wellbeing in the light of the pandemic. Three photographers tell David Clark how image-making helps them navigate life and mental health
Discover how these successful Fellowship and Associate portfolios reveal humanity’s connection to land and ocean
Covid-19
When James Clifford Kent shared a picture of his wife and newborn baby taken soon after birth, the response was a global one. And so the series 'Pregnant in a Pandemic' was born.
When Covid-19 confined photojournalist Angela Catlin to her home city of Glasgow she collaborated with poet Henry Bell on a moving portrait of life during the pandemic.
EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS
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