Events

We regret to announce that after 26 years of supporting photographers and championing photography throughout the UK, Redeye, the Photography Network will wind down on 31 July 2024 due to a number of factors, including lack of funding. Read our full statement here. We are no longer publishing events. The archive of past events is available below.

The self-portraits of Li Yuan-chia

5 December 2013, 12:00 to 13:00

From a Chinese village to Cumbrian garden, come and learn more about Chinese photographer Li Yuan-chia's self-portraits.

Considered as one of the most important Chinese artists of the 20th Century, Li Yuan-chia was a visual artist with a unique vision, he was said to have ‘developed photography in a highly personal way’. Li Yuan-chia spent the last 28 years of his life in Cumbria, establishing the LYC Museum at Banks farmhouse on Hadrian’s Wall, which contained an art gallery, theatre, library, printing press, children’s art room and a darkroom.

Post-war press and creative freedom

1 December 2013, 11:15 to 15:45

Advance bookings have closed. Tickets will be available on the door. Payment by cash or cheque only. Please arrive by 11:05 if you need to buy a ticket.

A one-day seminar exploring the global challenges of re-establishing a free press and creative expression after conflict and dictatorship.

HARMAN Technology and Ilford Site Tour

28 November 2013, 10:00 to 16:00

Redeye is pleased to present a special day for members, guests and others interested in exploring the site and work of one of the UK's leading photographic manufacturers.

The day will start at 10.00 with a presentation from HARMAN Director Simon Galley about ILFORD and the Mobberley site followed by a talk by Howard Hopwood, Chairman and New Business Director.

The site tour will cover coating, finishing, R&D as well the ILFORD Lab. The day is suitable for everyone interested in photography; no prior knowledge is needed!

New Mindsets in Photography

26 November 2013, 19:00 to 21:00

With the rise of the digital, photography has changed dramatically. Image making, sharing and education have developed to a point where we could all be considered photographers, publishers and educators in a landscape that is defined by mass communication and participation. To help navigate this new creative environment, Redeye presents a networking event with Jonathan Shaw, researcher at the Centre for Disruptive Media and author of an upcoming book published by GRAIN on the subject of connecting through photography.

Sharing Photography and Photographs - Photography in a Connected Age: Discount for Redeye members

23 November 2013, 10:30 to 17:30

These talks will focus on current photo culture and the popularity of photo sharing with insight into the power of photography, the versatility that digital platforms offer and where technological changes are leading. RPS members, Redeye members and students receive a discounted ticket rate of £15.

Two Ways of Life - Symposium and Portfolio Development Day

23 November 2013, 10:30 to 16:30

GRAIN, the photography hub and network for the West Midlands, is delivering a symposium and professional development opportunity in collaboration with Wolverhampton Art Gallery and its project partners.

Redeye AGM

19 November 2013, 19:00 to 20:30

Redeye's Annual General Meeting for 2013 takes place at Chinese Arts Centre, Manchester at 19:00 to 20:30 on 19 November 2013. It's a chance to hear some of our plans for the future and meet board members. All members and subscribers are welcome, and refreshments are provided from 18:30.

Exhibition Close Up

16 November 2013, 13:00 to 14:00

Join the photographers for a tour of the exhibition 'Portrait of a Living Archive', and a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the project archive, including original negatives and contact sheets.

The photographers will discuss working with a shared authorship approach and the challenges of producing a mixed analogue/digital archive.

Hothouse 2013

16 November 2013, 10:30 to 18:00

Please note: tickets on the door. Registration is now closed but there should be tickets available on the door. If you want to see a particular speaker please arrive in good time for the hour in which they are speaking.

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Black and White Beginners Weekend

9 November 2013, 10:30 to 10 November 2013, 17:00
Scotland

Learn the whole process of photography, in one weekend, using a 35mm SLR camera. From exposure and composition to processing your film, printing up contact sheets and making enlargements. This course will equip you with the skills required to use a darkroom without assistance. Ideal for those with no previous experience, or requiring a refresher. Film, paper and Ilford instructional booklets included.

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