Documentary Photography Open 2026
The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon
When: 25 April 2026 to 20 June 2026
Where: Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
Cost: Admission FREE
Suitable for: Any age
This is Me! Documentary Photography Open 2026
The Documentary Photography Open 2026 is an exhibition of photographs sent in by the public in response to the theme, This Is Me. The theme asked the public to explore who they are, as people living in North Devon today. In a world that is constantly changing, where people are constantly moving, the public was invited to reflect on what makes them unique.
To complement the Open, a selection of historic portraits by photographer, James Ravilious, will also be on display. The warmth and affection that Ravilious felt for his subjects shines out, each bringing to life the unique character and personality of each individual.
In addition, the exhibition will include photographs taken by GCSE students from Pilton Community College as part of a portrait project run by local photographer, Carole Evans and funded by the Richard and Siobhan Coward Foundation Fund. The ‘Selfies’ to Self-Aware Portrait Project encouraged students to explore what makes a good portrait, how to use low key and natural lighting and consider the question ‘what one word captures what is it to be a young adult in 2025’ in their portraiture.
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