Exhibitions

A record of exhibitions visited and studied that have informed my artistic research and practice.

2024-2025

The 80s: Photographing Britain

Tate Britain, London November 21, 2024 - May 5, 2025

A comprehensive survey of British photography during the 1980s, documenting social, political, and economic transformation during the Thatcher era. This exhibition introduced artist discoveries like Jo Spence and Terry Dennett.

Jeff Wall: Life in Pictures

White Cube, Bermondsey, London November 22, 2024 - January 12, 2025

Retrospective of Jeff Wall’s large-scale photographic works, known for their cinematic quality and constructed narratives. This exhibition explored light boxes and led to research on Charlotte Cotton’s book.

Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection

Victoria & Albert Museum, Kensington, London May 18, 2024 - January 5, 2025

An exhibition showcasing significant works from one of the world’s most important private photography collections, spanning the history of the medium. Featured Nan Goldin’s work.

Streic! 84-85 Strike!

National Museum of Wales, Cardiff October 26, 2024 - April 27, 2025

Documentation and examination of the 1984-85 miners’ strike, a pivotal moment in Welsh and British labor history.

So many ways to hurt you - Jeremy Deller

National Museum of Wales, Cardiff May 25, 2024 - January 5, 2025

Exhibition by Turner Prize-winning artist Jeremy Deller, known for his socially engaged practice exploring British culture and working-class history.

Darnau/Fragments - Marian Delyth

Ffotogallery, Cardiff, Wales October 4, 2024 - December 14, 2024

Work by Welsh photographer Marian Delyth exploring themes of memory, place, and identity through fragments of the Welsh landscape.

Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights

Wellcome Collection, London September 19, 2024 - April 27, 2025

An exploration of the relationship between work, workers’ rights, and health, examining the physical and psychological impacts of labor.

No Comment

Koestler Arts, Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London November 1, 2024 - December 15, 2024

Exhibition of artwork created by people in the criminal justice system, showcasing creativity and rehabilitation through art.

Additional Exhibitions of Interest

The Turner Prize 2024

Annual exhibition celebrating contemporary British art and emerging artists. Highlighted Jasleen Kaur’s work on identity.

Requiem - Chris Ofili

Recent work by Turner Prize-winning artist Chris Ofili. Included the piece “No Woman No Cry,” which led to further research on Steve McQueen’s work.

The Drawing Room

Bermondsey, London

The Josef Herman Foundation

Exhibitions related to Josef Herman, the Polish-British artist who lived and worked in Wales, particularly in the mining community of Ystradgynlais.

Expression in Blue

Exhibition exploring the use and significance of the color blue in art.

The Valleys

Exhibition exploring the cultural and industrial heritage of the Welsh valleys.

Mike Kelley: Ghost and Spirit

Retrospective of American artist Mike Kelley’s challenging and influential work.

Drawn to Blue: Artists’ use of blue paper

Exhibition examining the historical and contemporary use of blue paper in artistic practice.

Port Talbot UFO Investigation Club

Community art project exploring local folklore and identity through the lens of the 1977 UFO sighting in Port Talbot.

Bernd and Hilla Becher - “Industrial Visions”

National Museum of Wales, Cardiff.