WHAT CAN THE STILL IMAGE ACHIEVE IN A WORLD OF ACTION, ATHLETICISM AND CONTINUAL CHANGE?
IT CAN CAPTURE A MOMENT OF STILLNESS, INTIMACY OR EMOTION. IT CAN OFFER DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES ON ADVENTURE AND CHALLENGE NARRATIVES AROUND WHO CAN TAKE PART. IT CAN FOREGROUND THE POWER OF THE NATURAL WORLD AND THE FRAGILITY OF OUR RELATIONSHIP TO IT.
AS THE HISTORY OF CLIMBING, AND IN A BROADER CONTEXT THE HISTORY OF ENGAGEMENT WITH THE OUTDOORS, HAS UNFOLDED, SO HAS THE DEVELOPMENT OF PHOTOGRAPHY. AS THOSE EXPLORING THE WORLD AROUND THEM PUSH THEIR LIMITS, NEW CREATIVE AND TECHNOLOGICAL RESPONSES APPEAR.
EXPOSURE CELEBRATES THE EVER-EVOLVING ROLE OF THE STILL IMAGE IN CAPTURING OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH ADVENTURE.
SAM PRATT
The Olympic Games. A story told for many years, but never before like this. Renowned for his unique perspective, Sam Pratt demonstrates why photography is celebrated as an art-from.
Capturing the most intense and emotionally charged sporting event on the planet, these images immortalise moments of history, preserved in striking black and white.
LENA DRAPELLA
Best known for her work documenting competition and outdoor climbing, Lena shares with us a more personal project.
This intimate photo series captures one of the UK’s most famous female climbers, Hazel Findlay, as she prepare to become a Mother.
ALEX WEBB
A collection of select archival images showcasing some of Alex Webb’s work from various assignments.
Leaning into an appreciation for form, colour and light, Alex instinctively responds to the energy between a subject and its environment.
HAMISH FROST
Remote locations and challenging conditions provide inspiration rather than barrier’s for Hamish’s work.
Through photography Hamish takes us to the most extreme places and the ways in which we interact with nature, revealing it’s stark beauty and…
JIM POPE & WILL RUPP
Imposing scenery, candid portraits, and action shots blend sports with unfamiliar culture.
Explore a self-documented expedition through the lens of Jim and Will. Their captivating memories offer a glimpse into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Kyrgyzstan.
HENRY JAY KAMARA
"Moyo" is a raw and poetic portrait of the children that call the Jipe Moyo and Musoma home. Painting a playful and colourful picture of the people and culture - the film highlights the rhythm of this special region of Tanzania. Surrounded by exotic wildlife and extraordinary landscapes, the people of Musoma have achieved a distinct harmony with the environment around them which flows through everything.
The Jipe Moyo centre is loved and supported by all of the community - their mission is simple, to give every child the foundation they need to build the life they deserve. Boulders and rocks are scattered all over the town, overlooking the homes and shops - in backyards, on mountain tops and on the edges of lakes and ponds. "They form the foundations of our houses, dry the fish we eat", you could say, the rocks support the very way of life in Musoma.
Despite difficult beginnings, with the help of the sisters, the children have alchemised their hardship into bravery and now stand unfazed in the face of any challenge. Their strength is perhaps best demonstrated by their ability to and love of climbing.
UKC
A Collection of Images from the Winners of UKC’s Online Photo Competition
Bringing the best photos from online to life in print, we offer the community a chance to showcase climbing through their own perspectives.