Hi there, my name is Anna and I am a Commercial and Fine Art photographer from Castlewellan, Ireland. Born in 1992, I became passionate about the creative arts throughout my studies which lead to me completing a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (2:1) in Photography (2012-2016) at the Ulster University, Belfast. During my time at Ulster, I explored many areas of photography and grasped all opportunities available. In 2014 I participated in a exchange with students from the Fondazione Studio Marangoni, Florence, Italy. In 2015 I lived and studied in The Netherlands at the The Royal Academy of Arts (KABK) in Den Haag as part of the Erasmus exchange programme.
I enjoy collaborating with other artists but can also work confidently alone. As well as carrying out the role of photographer I have also pursued other roles within the industry such as directing, performing, acting, singing, editing and videography.
Now that I have finished my education I am keen to develop my knowledge and experience within the photography and publishing sector, particularly in production and assisting. I enjoy being part of a project and collaborating with other creatives to achieve a great result.
Exhibitions:
• Go Girl Exhibition at Ps Squared Gallery, Belfast (2016) • 'Panoptic' show at Framewerk, Belfast (2016)
• ‘The Oxygen Crisis’ at the Ulster Graduate Show at Ulster University, Belfast (2016) • ‘Gentle Hugs’ at the Ulster Photo Fair at Ulster University, Belfast (2016)
Publications:
• ‘The Oxygen Crisis’ by Trip Magazine [Online] (2016)
• ‘The Oxygen Crisis' by Pigeons and Peacocks [Online] (2016)
• Equal Fashion Magazine [Online] (2016)
• Output magazine (2016)
• ‘The Oxygen Crisis’ by Source Photography Preview [Online](2016) • New Generation Artists Online by Irish Arts Review [Online] (2016) • Banter Magazine (2015
Projects
- The Oxygen CrisisCrisis: a time of intense danger or difficulty. In today’s society we are surrounded by issues of concern that come in many forms, economical, social, political and environmental. The services we once relied on are falling away and we lack resources. What would happen if our reserves ran out? Imagine a world without the most basic of materials such as water, light, fire or air. How would we survive? Experimenting with the concept of an ‘Oxygen Crisis’, I constructed a number of fictional scenarios and illustrated my generation attempting to conform to a new form of civilisation. A world without Oxygen.
- Gentle Hugs"Gentle Hugs" explores Fibromyalgia, a complex chronic pain disorder that affects people mentally. physically, emotionally and socially. Many patients with Fibromyalgia describe experiencing pain all over varying in severity and form. Despite it's recognition, there is controversy about the cause and nature of Fibromyalgia as there is currently no specific test to diagnose the condition and so many patient's symptoms and pain are not taken seriously. With this, comes struggles on a daily basis to normal things that many taken for granted. Imagine struggling to just lift your head off the pillow, showering, dressing and eating. As a young sufferer of the condition, (diagnosed at the age of twenty three) I sought acceptance and understanding for this new condition and way of life. Photography was and still is my therapy"
Work history
Photographer
Belfast, United KingdomFreelance
I also work as a freelance photographer to gain experience and contact with others.
Volunteer
- Belfast, United KingdomFreelance
Preparing gallery spaces and venues for upcoming exhibitions and events. Greeting visitors while dealing with any queries or questions they may have. Serving drinks and
! stewarding
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Skills
- Dedicated
- Creative
- Insightful
- Versatile
- Open Minded
- Reliable
- Flexible
- Adaptable
- Collaborative
- Trustworthy
Education
Diploma in International Studies
- The Hague, Netherlands
Erasmus Exchange year in photography and film.
Portfolio reviews with renowned photographers.
Banter magazine: PR member particularly aiming at Belfast and UK.
BA Hons) Photography
- Belfast, United Kingdom
Paris Photo Festival (2012)
Italian Exchange (2013)
Volunteer at the University of Ulster Graduate Show (2014)
Completed an Erasmus year in the Netherlands (2014-2015)
Hosted the universities first photo fair (FEB 2016)
Graduate show (2016)
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Awards
WAP International Fund
Awarded a bursary to support my financial costs while studying in the Netherlands. Thomas Devlin Award Bursary
Awarded a bursary to support my studies as I began further education