Nuclear Futures

A Community Arts Photography Exhibition

@ Courthouse Gallery, Balaklava (South Australia)

Opening Night: 26th September 2014, 5.30pm
Exhibition runs until 9th November, 2014

The Field of View exhibition presents original photography by locals from the Wakefield region and is the culmination of a community arts project hosted by the Wakefield Regional Council Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).

As a collection, Field of View presents diverse and stunning images taken by award-winning artists and emerging local talent. Included are a number of original works from young creatives, whose ‘field of view’ offers an inspiring and unique representation of the Wakefield area.

Through the project, participants have been engaged in photography mentoring and skills development with professional artists Jessie Boylan and Lisa Redpath. On offer was an open community workshop, one-on-one sessions, as well as a tailored event for young people.

The opening event is an opportunity to celebrate the exhibiting community artists, and will be officially opened by Mayor James Maitland, Wakefield Regional Council. Light supper and refreshments will be provided.

See the Field of View Media Kit

Workshop highlights leading up to the exhibition

Through the project, participants have been engaged in photography workshops, mentoring and skills development with professional artists Jessie Boylan and Lisa Redpath. On offer was an open community workshop, one-on-one sessions, as well as a photography field excursion tailored for young people.

YAC Photography field trip

Photographers Jessie Boylan (left) and Lisa Redpath (right), photo by Carly Friedrichs

Evening workshop participants, Photo by Carly Friedrichs

Photo by Carly Friedrichs

The Field of View exhibition is a joint initiative of YAC and the Nuclear Futures program, an international arts and cultural initiative working in Balaklava over 2014. The project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body, Arts SA and is endorsed by Wakefield Regional Council.