04 October - 19 November 2022
Gallery 1885 is pleased to announce its latest exhibition of contemporary dance photography by Fred Whisker. Fred originally served in the army on the front line in WW2 for 5 and-a-half years. Upon returning he bought his first camera for £70 and went to The Prince of Wales Theatre to shoot the 'revue' sessions.
Coming from a working-class background that he found very mundane, he enjoyed the challenging environment of blending in with the 'semi-intellectual crowds' but also producing quality prints from his limited equipment, which led to him seeking out experiences that would continue to test him and his skill.
Fred will be turning 100 this year and in honour of his life's work we will be displaying his work in Gallery 1885 from the 4th - 28th of October with an open view on Saturday 8th October at 3pm.
Update - the show is now extended to 19th November.
The even is being organised by portrait photographer Ian Greaves and specialist printmaker Dr Peter Moseley who will also be in attendance.
For further information please email: greavesimages@outlook.com