Women Alternative Photography Group and Folk House Darkroom are excited to be collaborating again for The Art of Experimentation Symposium.
This in-person event brings together presentations from contemporary artists and researchers who explore the possibilities of alternative photographic processes. Presenters will explore the role of experimentation and discovery within the creative process as well as how contemporary practitioners are using innovative and unique approaches to photography to explore the possibilities of light sensitive materials.
Show and Tell
This year we are hosting an informal show and tell at the symposium and would love for you to participate. Please bring your prints or a portfolio to display on the provided tables and share your practice with fellow attendees.
Photo Walk
To close out the conference, we are hosting a casual photo walk to help build networks and continue conversations from the symposium. Everyone is welcome to join. Please bring whatever camera you prefer, from a smartphone to a toy camera. Don’t forget to pack comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for the English weather in August.
Time and Location
Saturday 1 August 2026 from 10am – 3pm (In Person)
Bristol Folk House, 40a Park St, Bristol, BS1 5JG, United Kingdom
For more information about accessibility and directions please visit the Bristol Folk House website
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased through headfirst. Tickets for this event are offered on a sliding scale based on income.
Speakers include:
Ainoa Burgos
Julie Corcoran
Marie Craig
Wendy Leocque
Riya Panwar
Ola Teper
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