Parrworld

Well, we've never seen Creative Networks so packed full to the rafters! A huge turn out of eager creatives all there to hear Martin Parr, famous British Photographer.

The audience were given a choice between three talks: (1) Martin's Career (2) Parrworld (3) Martin's Books.

The touring exhibition 'Parrworld' won out and we were all treated to a talk which reveals Parr's collection of unusual collectibles (photographic tea trays for instance), retro postcards and much much more besides.

"With photography, I like to create fiction out of reality. I try and do this by taking society's natural prejudice and giving it a twist." - Martin Parr


This image from his latest book made us giggle. Apparently Martin had to follow this guy around the art exhibition to catch him standing in front of this Pollock. The book is entitled, 'Luxury', and explores the lifestyles of the rich, including quotes from his subjects.


We bumped into our friends Dean Vipond and Helen Harrop during the evening too and then we took a quick tour of one of the regular art exhibitions held by the college.

Dean has written a great write up of the event on the Culture Vulture website: Read it here.
Visit Martin Parr's website here.