Swansea College of Art Celebrates Global Photographic Talent at ‘Soft Cover’ Photobook Event
The Photography Department at Swansea College of Art, ÃÜÌÒ´«Ã½, is proud to present Soft Cover, a day-long celebration of the photobook as a dynamic medium for contemporary photographic practice. The event takes place on Friday, May 2 at Stiwdio Griffith, Dynevor Campus.
At the heart of Soft Cover is the launch of a new limited-edition photobook, spotlighting the work of ten emerging photographic artists selected through an international open call. The featured creators, comprising current students and recent graduates from 2022 to 2024, represent a vibrant global cohort pushing the boundaries of photographic storytelling through innovative book formats.
Throughout the day, from 10.30am to 5pm, attendees can explore a range of participatory workshops, artist talks, and curated discussions, including:
- The Photocopy Club Workshop (10.30am to 4pm): A hands-on opportunity for visitors to turn their own digital images into physical zines, celebrating the DIY ethos of the photobook.
- Book Club with Camille Relet (11am to 12pm): PhD candidate and Swansea alumna Camille Relet shares her favourite photobooks and insights into the medium’s narrative potential.
- Artist Talk: Tom Pope on ‘Exterminating Martin Parr’ (1:30am to 2.30pm): An engaging discussion about Pope’s provocative live performance and experimental publication, created in collaboration with alumni publishers Folium and designer Johanne Lian Olsen.
- Soft Cover Publication & Exhibition Launch (3pm to 5pm): The highlight of the event, officially unveiling the publication and a corresponding exhibition of featured works.
Soft Cover continues Swansea College of Art’s long-standing tradition of championing photobook innovation. The event brings together students, alumni, staff, and members of the public in celebration of photographic experimentation and international creative exchange.
Ryan Eynon-M​oule, Head of Undergraduate Photographic Studies at UWTSD’s Swansea College of Art said: “This is more than just an exhibition launch, it’s a celebration of the photobook as a vehicle for expression, collaboration, and critical thinking. We’re proud to give these emerging voices a platform and invite our community to discover the creative diversity represented in the ‘Soft Cover’ collection.â€
The event is free and open to all, and the university encourages attendance from across the campus and wider community. For updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow the Photography Department on Instagram: @ffoto_swansea.
image credit : Stefanie Langenhoven
Further Information
Rebecca Davies
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Corporate Communications and PR
Email: rebecca.davies@uwtsd.ac.uk
Phone: 07384 467071