A new professional development programme in Manchester for artists, makers and photographers. Collaboratively developed and delivered by a-n, Castlefield Gallery, Manchester Craft & Design Centre and Redeye, the Photography Network.
Photo Cafe is an informal discussion and meeting place, an event that invites speakers and participants to discuss ideas, debate topics around contemporary photography issues and network with others.
Dr Alasdair Foster, Leverhulme Visiting Professor from Melbourne and Ambassador to the Asia-Pacific PhotoForum, is one of the most original, provocative and inspiring thinkers in photography. We are delighted to welcome him to Manchester during a brief visit to the UK for a keynote lecture that sets the scene for the next National Photography Symposium later in 2018 on The Future of Work in Photography.
Tenzin Shenyen is a 21st Century itinerant Buddhist monk who enjoys keeping the communication pathways open between his Buddhist worldview and the British culture he grew up in. We are delighted that he has agreed to share his thoughts on the contemporary situation of photography.
Redeye has partnered with Hobo Photo to bring you an evening of talks on the best of Northern photography. The event is part of the Hit the North exhibition at Manchester Central Library; featuring work from leading Northern photographers across five decades.
Photographic artist and Redeye member Natalie Wardle returns to host an evening with talented Northern photographers whose work looks at the human form in visual art and performance. Speaking alongside Natalie will be Lucy Ridges and Michael Savage.
The Photography Show returns to the NEC for its fifth year, between 17-20 March 2018. This year, Redeye will be hosting advice sessions on Monday 19 March.
