October really brings that autumnal vibe of indoor events and markets. I love this time of year and the season changing. What is happening that I have my eye on this season?
Have a look below and see if anything takes your fancy.
Cindy Sherman and Phyliss Crucifix – 10th October until the 20th – Corner Collective – Albert Road
‘Cindy Sherman and Phyliss’ Crucifix’ is the new upcoming exhibition by artist Winniemay or Donna Poingdestre as some people know her.
The exhibition called ‘Cindy Sherman and Phyliss Crucifix’ is an extension of the themes the artist has been working on about familial memory perceived and experienced. Donna said, “There is a shift in my practice for this exhibition, I’ve been using a combination of found photographs and some images of the artist Cindy Sherman. My painting style has paired back during this process as I redact the context and situation where each figure is situated.”
This will be Donna’s 3rd exhibition in the city in recent years, as she had a solo show at Playdead back in 2017 and also a group show with Roo Abrook back in 2021. If you miss the opening weekend, this exhibition carries on through to the 20th of October.
Photo Fringe – City Wide – from the 4h of October – Aspex Portsmouth and various locations.
Photo Fringe hits Portsmouth this week with a new hub at Aspex Portsmouth. There will be a map you can locate on the Photo Fringe 2024 app of all the locations across the city you can visit, whether that be an exhibition or showcasing young photographer’s work. Follow the link above to see where you would like to visit.
Work is being exhibited in; The Box Gallery, The Round Tower, Lano Yoga, The Eldon Building and Pitt Street Skate Park.
PART OF PHOTO FRINGE 24 – Root Down Exhibition at Lano Yoga – 11th October – 7.30pm -9.30pm – Featuring Frankie Adams, Thais Verhasselt and Victor Anton.
‘Root down’ is a group exhibition by photographers Frankie Adams, Thaïs Verhasselt, and Victor Anton, part of the Photo Fringe Festival 2024 at LANO Yoga. This show explores grounding through photography, delving into identity, connection and growth.
Victor Anton, a Spanish photographer and yoga student, uses root vegetables as metaphors for his journey of establishing new roots in the UK, reflecting personal growth and the search for grounding.
German-born Frankie Adams captures the fluidity of time and memory with abstract photography. Influenced by Italo Calvino, Craigie Horsefield and Uta Barth, her blurred water scenes and ‘skinscapes’ from wild swimming symbolise reflecting the essence of time and the search for balance.
Thaïs Verhasselt combines archival images of her mother with self-portraits mimicking yoga postures. Her work uses the metaphor of the ‘motherland’ to explore time, place, and identity, reflecting her background in education and commitment to social engagement.
PART OF PHOTO FRINGE 24 – Photography Showcase – 4th October – 16th October – 10am -6pm Eldon Building – Portsmouth
This exhibition showcases the diverse work of students and alumni from the University of Portsmouth’s BA and MA Photography courses. The show is a celebration of the talent, creativity and professional achievements of our emerging artists.
The exhibition is open in the Eldon Building foyer from 10am until 6pm.
PART OF PHOTO FRINGE 24 – Photobook Night – 10th October – 6pm – 8pm Eldon Building Portsmouth
An evening for photobook and photography enthusiasts alike to enjoy 2 hours with a selection of photobooks on a variety of themes.
Participants are asked to bring their favourite book to share in the experience too. This is an informal social event, using photobooks as a tool to generate discussion around photography and to allow people to meet other photographers in the city. You are encouraged to bring photobooks, zines and favourite publications.
The event will take place in the Eldon building foyer and visitors will also be able to see the Photography Showcase on display. Karl Bailey will be there as a special guest.
PART OF PHOTO FRINGE 24 – Pompey Darkroom – 12th October – Aspex Portsmouth
Pompey Darkroom is working in collaboration with Photo Fringe and bringing you two exciting events!
On October 12th they will be hosting free 20-minute portfolio reviews from 1-3pm with photographic artists Kelly O’Brien and Kirsty Mackay, they’ll then be talking about their practices in the Phototalk event that same evening 4-6pm.
The events will be held at Aspex Portsmouth and more information and booking links can be found on their website here: https://pompeydarkroom.co.uk/events
POSE – Portsmouth Open Art Studios Weekend – 25th/26th/27th October – City Wide Arts Trail
The Portsmouth Open Studios Event is an exciting initiative that highlights the diverse creative talent we have in the city. Over the weekend, the doors will be opened to studios, artist homes, galleries and community spaces.
There hasn’t been an open studio trail on this scale since 2019 before the pandemic, so this is very exciting. Not only for the artists and galleries themselves but for the public too.
Pick up a brochure and map of POSE from all over the city. Whether that be a gallery, Portsmouth Museum, cafes, or independent places dotted around.
Colony – 24th October – 12th of January 2025 – Aspex Portsmouth
The Platform Graduate Award returns to Aspex Portsmouth this October 2024, as a new exhibition celebrating the region’s most exciting emerging artistic talent launches at the gallery.
COLONY (The Platform Graduate Award 2024) proudly presents the work of ten recently graduated artists as they embark on their professional artistic careers.
Featuring works from ten recently graduated contemporary artists, the exhibition spans diverse mediums—from social documentary photography to sculpture. Each artist invites audiences to explore and reflect on the complex rationales and lasting repercussions of colonialism in today’s world.
FEATURED IMAGE – Bill Barlow for Young Photographers exhibition at Aspex Portsmouth.
