“Springtime Lens: The Photo North Festival Unveils Captivating Exhibitions Featuring The Beatles and Ewan McGregor in Leeds”

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The sixth edition of the Photo North Festival will present a lively tribute to photography in Leeds, England, this upcoming spring, highlighting a combination of distinguished and rising talents. Set in one of the UK’s most culturally vibrant cities, the festival guarantees an exhilarating array of exhibitions, discussions, screenings, networking sessions, book signings, and more.

As a significant event for the photography community in Northern England, this year’s festival will exhibit fascinating projects that narrate tales from across the globe, granting attendees the opportunity to experience the strength of visual storytelling in person – there’s no superior way to appreciate photography than in its tangible form!

Among its numerous exhibition highlights is How Do You Dance in a War Zone?, an emotional joint effort between photographers Maria Falconer and Paul Hill with Ukrainian dancers from Kyiv and Lviv. This project examines the endurance of movement and physical expression amidst the calamity of war.

Mike Abrahams’ This Was Then captures three decades of life in Britain, documenting key events surrounding and following Margaret Thatcher’s tenure as Prime Minister. Paul Berriff’s 1960s Rock Legends will provide music aficionados an insight into the golden age of rock, featuring close-up images of iconic musicians.

The festival will also present The North Revisited by Simon Hill, which expands on John Bulmer’s legendary photographs of Northern England from the 1960s and 1970s, along with Svalbard People by Graeme Chesters, which investigates life within the Arctic Circle through stunning portraits.

Alongside the exhibitions, attendees will have the chance to interact with the Channel 4 photography team during portfolio drop-in sessions and professional discussions. Additionally, the event will host a unique exhibition of photographs and memorabilia from legendary films such as Trainspotting and Rita, Sue and Bob Too.

Whether you’re a photography lover or a professional in the industry, the Photo North Festival presents a chance to immerse in the artistry and cultural significance of both contemporary and classic photography.

For further details and ticket information, visit theWebsite of Photo North Festival.

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