PHOTO Live

Taking place in person and streaming live, PHOTO 2022’s headline talks program addresses the social and cultural role photography plays in our lives and how art can activate cities and public spaces. Featuring exhibiting artists in conversation with curators and academics, these exchanges will explore a range of issues in response to the theme Being Human.

Gandel Digital Future Lab ACMI, Fed Square

FREE To register for tickets online or in person visit photo.org.au/photo-live

Auslan interpretation available at booking In partnership with Metro Tunnel Creative Program and Monash Gallery of Art

Tuesday 10 May

Thursday 12 May

5.30pm – 6.30pm FIRST NATIONS: PHOTOGRAPHY AND CULTURE How are First Nations artists re-educating and reclaiming cultural ways of thinking through photography and artistic practice? With exhibiting artists Dana Claxton and Dean Cross, and artist and curator Nici Cumpston. Chaired by Brian Martin, Associate Dean Indigenous, MADA and Director, Wominjeka Djeembana, Monash University. 7pm – 8pm NATURE AND PHOTOGRAPHY: ANIMISM AND ECOLOGY Through ecology, intergenerational spiritual knowledge, myth, and technology, how can we envision a more sustainable and inclusive future? With exhibiting artists Hoda Afshar, Hannah Brontë and Misha Vallejo. Chaired by author, and podcaster of Rune Soup, Gordon White.

5.30pm – 6.30pm HUMAN RIGHTS How are artists using photography to bring injustices to light, encourage positive change and as a tool for advocacy and activism? With exhibiting artists Poulomi Basu, Phuong Ngo and photographer, writer and activist, Shahidul Alam. Chaired by Melissa Miles, Associate Dean, Research, Monash University. 7pm – 8pm AGEING: THE ULTIMATE TABOO In a society that glorifies youth, how can we normalise ageing and visualise the changing body with pride and positivity? With exhibiting artists Ponch Hawkes, James Henry and Jenny Lewis. Chaired by Ryan Jefferies, Creative Director, Science Gallery Melbourne.

Thursday 19 May

5.30pm – 6.30pm BELONGING: HUMAN CONNECTION AND CARE How do artists centre community, chosen family and collaboration in their practice, and the importance of connection and care in our relationships? With exhibiting artists Eric Bridgeman (Yuriyal), Naomi Hobson, Alana Holmberg and Anu Kumar. Chaired by Kelly Hussey-Smith, Lecturer, Photography, RMIT School of Art. 7pm – 8pm THE BODY: PERSONAL, POLITICAL AND PERFORMATIVE How do artists use the body, our container for experiencing the world, as a site of expression and power? With exhibiting artists Florian Hetz, Thandiwe Muriu, Honey Long and Prue Stent. Chaired by Naomi Cass, Director, Castlemaine Art Museum.

5.30pm – 6.30pm DIGITAL SELVES In the age of the internet, AI, and digital avatars, how can photography help us understand our sense of self? With exhibiting artists Ling Ang, Ying Ang, Matthieu Gafsou and Sam Lieblich. Chaired by Alison Bennett, Associate Dean (Photography), RMIT School of Art. 7pm – 8pm PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL AS URBAN ACTIVATION How are festivals around the world temporarily transforming the city in inspiring and meaningful ways? With Varun Gupta, Chennai Photo Biennale; Yasmin Meinicke, Biennale für aktuelle Fotografie; Jon Uriarte, Getxophoto; and Elias Redstone, PHOTO 2022. Chaired by Mary Parker, Director, Communications and Creative, Cross Yarra Partnership.