SHOWCASING GRADUATE WORK FROM A SELECTION OF AOP ACCREDITED COURSES MEET THE NEXT GENERATION OF PHOTOGRAPHERS / IMAGE MAKERS & CREATIVE PROFESSIONALS
AOP
ACCREDITED COURSES
The AOP has long had an affinity with photography students and the continuing development of the relationship in supporting students of image-making is testimony to that.
We have an active Education Working Group which includes staff from the Accredited Courses, AOP Board and our own staff, to discuss the challenges facing students and ways to better support them with the resources we have and better prepare those that wish to enter industry.
We are well aware of the need to demonstrate employability within the sector and our aim is to support those courses that successfully apply to be a part of our professional community and give them and their students an edge, when it comes to professionalism.
See full Criteria for Membership on inside back cover.
“For anyone coming to the end of a period of intense study, it can be disconcerting moment, no less so for the current crop of graduate photographers and image makers, all entering an industry grappling with a changing commercial environment.
The wonderful thing about the AOP’s Accredited Courses are that by joining together in a best practice approach to learning we are seeking the best for our future creative leaders It is no small thing to choose a creative career, especially when the prevailing winds would seek to send you elsewhere, so it is with celebration and cheer that we acknowledge and applaud this years graduates, their tutors and institutions We wish you all the very best "
Adam Shaw, AOP Accredited Photographer & Chair of the AOP Education Working Group
No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, or stored in any retrieval system of any nature without the prior written permission of the copyright holders. The copyright in the individual photographs in this book remains with the Photographer or relevant rights-holder unless otherwise stated. The Publisher does not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions. Copyright © 2024 The Association of Photographers Limited All rights reserved.
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& Course Leaders
Arts University Bournemouth, Paul Wenham-Clarke
Arts University Plymouth, Gabriel Van Ingen,Programme Leader HE Photography
Buckinghamshire New University, Alexandra Murphy,Programme leader
Canterbury Christ Church University, Miranda Hutton, Course Director
City of Glasgow College, John Carberry, Head of Photography
Edinburgh College, Jon Lee, Course Leader - BA Professional Photography
Falmouth University, Oli Udy, Head of Photography
London College of Communication, Susanna Brown, Course Leader
London Metropolitan University, James Cant, Course Leader
Middlesex University, Alison Tanner, Programme Leader BA (Hons) Photography
Morley College London, Niki Sianni
Newcastle College, Zoe Korda, Course Leader
Norwich University of the Arts, James Smith, Course Leader, Photography
Nottingham Trent University, Jonathan Worth, Course Leader
Open College of the Arts, Dan Robinson, Programme Leader BA (Hons) Photography
Oxford Brookes University, Grant Scott
Ravensbourne University, Geraint Cunnick Subject leader:
Southampton Solent University, Nina Sverdvik, Course Leader: BA (Hons) Photography
Staffordshire University, Paul O'Leary, Course Leader
The Northern School of Art, Jamie MacDonald, Programme Leader of BA (Hons) Photography
University for the Creative Arts, Caroline Molloy
University of Derby, Gemma Marmalade, Course Leader
University of Central Lancashire, Jonathan Purcell, Course Leader
University of Cumbria, Rob Sara, Lecturer in Photography
University of East London, Adam Wiseman
University of Gloucestershire, Trudie Ballantyne, Course Leader
University of Hertfordshire, Mat MacPake, Senior Photography Lecturer
University of Northampton, Richard Whitehead, Programme Leader BA (Hons) Photography
University of Roehampton, Theo Price, Programme Convenor
University of Salford, Mark Hall, Course Leader
University of South Wales, Peter Bobby Programme Leader
University of the West of England, Nick Bright, Programme Leader
University of West London, Peter Bennett Course Leader
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Morley College London
Our HNC/HND/BA top-up photography students have been offered a unique opportunity to develop their creative practice and build industry-standard photography skills while studying at Morley College London. During their studies, they have explored adventurous and experimental approaches to photography, greatly enhancing their creativity and enriching their portfolios. Their work is versatile, spanning across various photographic genres.
The photos presented here, part of the Photology 2024 end-of-year exhibition, reveal an abundance of creative ideas often inspired by contextual concepts, showcasing the depth and breadth of their artistic exploration.
Morley College London is based in Chelsea, offering HNC, HND and BA top-up photography courses on a part-time basis.
Visit our website:
https://www.morleycollege.ac.uk/courses/course/hnc-photography-part-time/
https://www.morleycollege.ac.uk/courses/course/hnd-photography-part-time/
For information about our courses please contact:
Niki Sianni – Photography programme manager niki.sianni@morleycollege.ac.uk
Follow us on:
https://www.instagram.com/morley_college_photography
Anne-Marie Ellison
As a BA (Hons) photography graduate, my work ranges from still life to portraiture to conceptual projects which symbolise a desire to represent a psychological space and the ways in which we engage with it.
‘Come Undone’ - in literature and art, strong independent women often give away their power for the love of a man. It is as if their emotions have weakened their selfassurance and rendered them worthless. We have become so accustomed to reports of female brutality that it takes the death of Fawziyah Javed and Sarah Everard to make us question how empowered women truly are. Pre-Raphaelite art expressed admiration for the uncomplicated realism of nature; my series aims to represent the inner strength gained by women as a result of mistreatment, allowing an audience to connect with their integrity. The reflection in the mirror is that of hope, synthesizing the psychological qualities of flowers with both the woman and the objects surrounding her. By referencing historical artists in my work, it is possible to contextualise their significance today and use them as a weapon of empowerment.
https://anne-marie-ellison.com
https://www.instagram.com/aellison_photography
Nick Gardner
Nick Gardner started his career in radio before moving into broadcast & corporate TV. He is fascinated by the symbiotic relation between humans and dogs, one that has endured for thousands of years. Nick relishes the challenge of trying to tell this story with a single image and a dash of humor.
DOGS@JOBS is inspired by Nick’s childhood on the Norfolk Broads where his family ran a small Post Office and gift shop. Living above the premises meant that everyone was involved with the business. This included the family’s black Labrador who would spend her time under the Post Office counter from the moment the shop opened in the morning until closing time at 5pm.
The project Dogs@Jobs features dogs who currently provide the same support and companionship to their owners throughout the working day.
After seven years, five of them with Morley College Nick will be graduating with a BA (Hons) in Photography this summer.
Website: http://www.saltydogpix.co.uk
https://www.instagram.com/saltydogpix?igsh=MWgzYzdrMm9lNDE0bw==
Barbara Gorniak
I have just completed an HNC in Photography at Morley College London. My artistic goal is to create colorful portraits of food and sweets. I like to play with textures and shapes and make sure the colors work together. My goal is to draw the viewer's eye through the fun, colorful forms of the photographed object.
Title: Guilty Pleasures
The concept behind my project is to depict happy moments in which we celebrate life. The love of sweets is shared by basically every culture. Regardless of age, location or demographic group, sweets are one of the things that bring people together. Science even proved that there is also a psychological trigger after consuming sweets that most of us begin to develop in childhood. From birth, most people learn to associate sweets with happy moments and memories with friends and family, such as Christmas, Easter, etc. Of course, sweets should be consumed in moderation, just like everything in life.
www.kamiyaphotos.co.uk
@kamiya_photos
Tracy Hayward
A HNC graduate of Morely College London, Tracy enjoys photographing in and around her local area in Hampshire. Her growing clientele has allowed her to set up her own studio at home to focus on visual storytelling. Tracy enjoys studying the work of Irving Penn, Burt Hardy and Brigitte Lacombe.
‘Forgotten now found’
Tracy has revisited a forgotten art movement called Arte Povera who rejected the commercial practise of only photographing pristine new objects. Tracy has gathered found objects and presented them in a fresh way with an added drop of intrigue.
Tracy has recently moved house and in the process of clearing out old cupboards was shocked to find so many items she was prepared to discard all of which were in perfect order but had become "unloved" objects. Instead of discarding the objects she decided to bring them back to life in this series. What appears to be fresh, new objects on closer inspection are things unused, unliked, redundant and duplicated.
tahphotography.com
Angela Howell
The Look of Style
Growing up around fashion as a child, Angela’s mum always designed and created her own clothes. Angela feels that the camera allows her the opportunity to put together two of the things that she loves: photography and fashion. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and this also applies to fashion. The fashion world has taken its time to represent the ‘other’. The streets have been our playground to show up and show our style. Fashion weeks allow attendees from around the world to display their style.
Angela has just completed an HNC in Photography at Morley College London. Angela is driven by her passion to capture the essence of fashion moments, both at home and abroad. Her commitment goes beyond creating beautiful images; she strives for authenticity aiming to reflect the true relationship between her subjects and their style. Each subject, she believes, has a unique story to tell, and she is dedicated to capturing this essence in her images, showcasing their individual style through their clothing and accessories.
www.lensonpoint.com
@lens.on.point
Tilly Hunter
What Lies Within?
This is a project that explores the state of Britain’s rivers. Through lack of planning and investment, regulatory failure and indifference, the systems we rely on to keep our waterways clean have broken down. Pollution and chemical toxicity are at record levels, with sewage overflow a prime culprit. The effect is environmentally damaging and socially depressing.
Tilly’s images show the dichotomy between seemingly sublime countryside river landscapes and the close-up reality, but also engender optimism that we can help nature to overcome adversity and restore the balance of life. I hope to use photography to raise awareness and inspire future action.
Tilly has completed a BA (hons in Photography at Morley College London
https://www.instagram.com/tillyhunterimages
Andrea Kozak
Andrea has just completed her BA (Hons) photography course at Morley College London
My project “Here and There” celebrates the rich tapestry of multicultural identities within the United Kingdom. Drawing inspiration from my own multicultural background and deep affection for the UK, I consciously pivot towards a narrative of positivity amidst the prevalent discourse of cultural dissonance. Each diptych in this series serves as a poignant self-dialogue, inviting viewers to witness the intricate interplay between one’s heritage and their present environment. “Here and There” is not merely a visual documentation but a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, navigating the complexities of identity with grace and resilience. It is a celebration of diversity, a testament to the beauty of cultural fusion, and a reminder of the unyielding pursuit of happiness amidst life’s ever-changing landscape.
Website: https://andreakozak.com https://www.instagram.com/andreakozak.photography/
John Pettitt
John is fascinated by the heritage of photography, its processes and techniques. He chooses to restrict his work to lens-based image-making with only minimal interventions to the image recorded by the camera to more effectively explore how traditional photographic practices and stylistic grammar can provide effective responses to contemporary subjects and situations. His is an allusive, oblique approach to chosen themes.
John has just completed an HNC in Photography at Morley College London.
Alexandru Radu Popescu
Jack Eyers – Paralympic athlete
Alexandru started his life passion of photography from a young age while living in Romania. He has completed his BA (Hons) in photography studying at Morley College London.
The Beyond Limits project is an evolution of a project started four years ago called UNIC. It involves photographing human irises with a prototype lens, combined with half of the sitter's portrait. This nearly four-year-long project is Alexandru's signature work, which has been recognized in several countries where he has exhibited. This time, the images feature British Paralympic world champions who will participate in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, starting in about a month, where these fantastic athletes will represent Team GB in the canoeing discipline.
https://www.instagram.com/alexandruradupopescu?igsh=ZXR0Z3FqZG5jOGFz&utm_s ource=qr
Website: https://www.arpphotography.com
Mariam Yaqub
Sincerity of Loss
My work explores the subject of loss and of how I and those close to me dealt with overcoming it. Through this series I hope to create a new narrative on normalising sadness and instead of denying it we should honour it as hard as that may be. Each image reveals familiar details that represent underlying issues of desperation, avoidance and stigma but also shine a light on the hopefulness in each of us to battle through our struggles. Each image is a lone individual, coping in isolation, but that doesn’t need to be the case, that loss can be dealt with openly and collectively if we allow ourselves to be vulnerable.
Mariam has just completed an HNC in Photography at Morley College London. https://www.instagram.com/mariamyaqub99
Newcastle College University Centre
BA (Hons) Photography
For those with a passion for photography, this course provides a solid foundation in technical and creative skills With over 40 years of experience in educating photographers, we have maintained a tradition of being highly practical while offering a well-considered blend of assignments and academic study
Working within a professional environment and over the course of 3-year study, students learn to use a range of equipment and technology, helping them realise their potential to work and succeed in the commercial photographic industry
Our BA (Hons) programme is a qualification intended to prepare graduates for employment within the advertising and commercial world of photography. This course has been designed in consultation with professional practitioners and industry partners. It includes vital opportunities for work-based learning and placements, industry workshops and visits as well as photography exhibitions which give students a invaluable insight and experience to the processes, methods and contexts of contemporary professional practice.
Former students now work as freelance photographers in a variety of different specialisms (portraiture, fashion, landscape, product/advertising etc) or in different creative roles such as photography assistants, digital operators, filmmakers, stylists, set builders, location finders, or photography agents, employed across associated areas of the industry.
Zoe Korda
Programme Leader
BA
(Hons) Photography
Newcastle College University Centre
Website: www.tracyjamesphotography.co.uk
Instagram: @tracyjamesphotography
CHLOE BASSNETT
Instagram: @chloebassnettphotography
Email: www chloebassnettphotography@gmail com
SAMANTHA (PIXIE) BLACK
Website: www pixieblackphotography co uk
Instagram: @pixie black photography
Instagram: @caitlinburkephotography
Website: www.caitlinburkephotography.co.uk
SOPHIE CHIRNSIDE
Instagram: @Fifis.TV
Email: S.georgina@outlook.com
Website: https://fifistv wixsite com/sophiechirnside/store
Website: www.skylerclarkephotography.com
Instagram: @skylerclarkephotography
SKYLER
Instagram: @alfiefloundersphotography
Website: www.alfiefloundersphotography.myportfolio.com
TYRONE JORDAN
Email: tjordan.photobusiness@gmail.com
Instagram: tjordan photo
Website: www tjordanphotography com
Shop:www tjordanphoto com
Email:
BA (Hons) Photography
Students on the BA (Hons) Photography course at Norwich University of the Arts develop their own unique approach and vision, making work about the things they are passionate about. They engage with a range of practitioners from within photography and the wider creative industries and identify the roles and opportunities most relevant to them and the work they produce.
Graduates from the course may progress to be photographers working within commercial and fine art settings. They may also fill other roles within the photographic and creative industries including photographic assistant, retoucher, picture editor, photographic producer, art buyer, photographic agent, CGI artist, curator and art director.
This year we have been fortunate to engage with a range of practitioners who have supported students in achieving their aspirations through guest talks, practical workshops, studio visits and industry critiques.This includes Andy Earl, Dr. Tim Flach, Dean Chalkley, Luke Stephenson, Kavi Pujara, Melissa Schreik, Catherine Losing, Tom Bunning, Louis Quail, Lewis Bush, Archie Wells, Rossella Vanon, Nick Dunmur, Melanie King and our alumni; Cat Gundry Beck and Tommy Lee Grimmer
Email: bartosz.j.halicki@gmail.com
Site: bortography.net
Instagram:@Bo.rrt
https://vimeo.com/939565639
Website | danielleborsosphotography.com
Email | danielleborsosphotography@gmail.com
Instagram | @danielleborsos
Gabriele Jankauskaite
Email: gabrielejankauskaite12@gmail.com lnstagram: gabrielejphotography
Web: www.georgeecclesphotography.com
Email: Info@georgeecclesphotography.com
Instagram: @g_eeclesphoto
The Dots
gherbertphotography@gmail.com | www.georgeherbertphotography.com
@georgeherbert_photography
Email: holly.13.louise@gmail.com
Web: hollylouisephotography.com
Instagram: @hollylouise.photography
TikTok: @hollylouise.photography
Phone: 07511 891983
Email: 14idare@gmail.com
Web: imogendare.com
Instagram: @imogendare
Jemma Thompson
Email: jmariathomp@icloud.com | Web: www.jemmathompson.com
https://youtu.be/IGB5vyH-7-o
Joe Collins
Long Fung Justin Kwan
Email: justinkwanphotography@gmail.com
Website: justinkwanphotography.com
Instagram: @jk.photographs
Instagram:
Email: kayleighmariephotography@outlook.com
Website: kayleighwoodison.myportfolio.com
Instagram: @kayleigh.marie.photography
Email: lmullinerphotography@gmail.com Website: laramulliner.myportfolio.com Instagram: @laramullinerphotography
Lauren Atkins
Email: laurenatkins2001@outlook.com
Social: @laurenatkins.photography
Website: laurenatkinsphotography.co.uk
Mary Christine Garcia
Email | ria@thepopats.net
Rowan Collinson
website: rowancollinson.com
email: rowan@rowancollinson.com
instagram: @rowan_collinson
Email: SophieBirdPhotography@gmail.com
Website: www.sophiebirdphotography.com
lnstagram: @SophieBirdPhotography
Zoë Bates zoebatesphotography.com @zbphot_ography
Abi Crooke @abicrooke
Wang
@tagiiii.731
Yexian
Tom Harris
tom@slipstar.co.uk
@separate_shutters
https://tomharrisphotography.com
Emma Thomas @emtdogphoto emtphoto@outlook.com https://www.emmamaythomasphotography.com/
Tom Dines
@tomdines.arw
Tee Olowu @itstee.x
Sharai Lakin @sharai.lakin
Ruben Evans @rubentevans.photography
Rosie Smith
Escaping The Noise (short film ) @rosieamycreative
URL LINK (yotube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I87YQ8BAiKo
Rita Fitton @ritamnima
https://www.ritaminimafitton.co.uk/
Campbell @rhj.shoots
Riley
Nicole Oliver @nicoleaimeeoliver
https://www.nicoleaimeeoliver.com/
Molly Andrew @mollyzoephotography
Milli Brennan @milli_t_brennan https://www.millitbrennan.com/
Mia Thatcher @mia.t.photography
Mia Fowles @miafowles
Matthew Seaman @matthew.s008
Martyna Guzy @martynaguzy_photo
Maeve Atkinson-Hill @maevehilll
Luke Chell @lukechellphotography
Louis Western @louiswestern
Lillie Glover
@lillieglover_photography
Laurie Davis @ lauriedavis_photography
Lauren Cope
Kate Bathurst
@katebathurststudio
Kam Hong Chan
James Bain @bainsyjay
Georgia Young
George Branson
Emma Williamson https://emwilliamsonphotog.wixsite.com/emw-photo-curation
Sarah Parnell
@sarahparnellphotography
https://www.sarahparnell.photography/
Ella Pye
https://www.instagram.com/ellamarie.jpeg/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ella-pye-a27711244/
Ella Peyton @ellapeyton_photography https://www.ellapeyton.com/
Ella Finch @elsescape
Eliza
Smart
@elizasmartphotography
https://www.elizasmartphotography.co.uk/
El Maddison @elmaddisonarchive
Eden Madill @eden.mads https://www.edenmads.co.uk/
Dana Marmot @danamarmotphotography
Daisy Creed @_daisyimages
Daisy.creed@yahoo.co.uk
Daisy Adams-Turunen @daisyadamsturunen.phot
Chloe Whitehead @chloew.photography
https://www.chloewhiteheadphotography.com/
Charlotte Taylor @cataylorphotography
Callum Lee @calumjlee
Callum Welch @callumwelchphotography https://www.callumwelchphotography.com/
Ben Rothwell
Ben Reynolds @benrey_photo
Arrenga Harasgama Nadaraja
@whirlwindoptimistphotography
https://www.whirlwindoptimistphotography.com/
Caitlyn Sims
@caitlynsimsphotographyari
@ariadnehalephotos
Ariadne Hale
Amy Montgomery @amyjmphotography
https://www.amymontgomery.co.uk/
Aimee Martin
@aimeem.photography
Adriel Chitura @adrielshoots https://adrielshoots.work/ https://www.youtube.com/@adrielshoots
@ntuphotography
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/art-and-design/ug/ba-hons-photography
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZ08LV926HE
ACCREDITED COURSES
Criteria for Membership
Our Accredited Course membership is able to provide support and industry expertise to photography courses at FE, HE and post-grad levels, as long as the course can provide evidence that its course content and delivery responds to the current demands in the professional photography sector.
Additionally, institutions must integrate substantial elements of our publication, Beyond The Lens, into the course delivery, usually as part of any Professional Practice or Professional Development (PDP) module(s).
If your institution offers additional courses related to image-making and photographic practice, we can offer a package to accredit those courses too. Please get in touch with us to discuss.
To become an AOP Accredited Course, the institution must:
Hold a fair copyright policy as applicable to their students and not seek to take any IP from them.
Demonstrate a satisfactory provision of lensbased and/or electronic imaging and wish to seek a stronger liaison and involvement with the professional photographic industry.
Pass an assessment visit of any on- or off-site facilities, including studios, digital suites, darkrooms, and the library. We would also like to talk to current students and teaching staff on the course.
By joining, you commit to a minimum term of membership of 12 months. This will be renewed automatically on its anniversary unless you give one calendar month's notice to the AOP, in writing to info@the-aop.org. Membership will continue on a rolling basis until such time as you decide to cancel.
You also commit to abide by the AOP Members' Charter and Code of Practice, which can be found here.
For more information email us at info@theaop.org
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