Photography Exhibit by Sonya Smith & Lucy Tomlinson
To tell the Lowry story, Sonya Smith and Lucy Tomlinson look beyond dates and facts to the people who create its spirit. Through portraits and interviews, the pair reveal the experiences of the individuals who embody the organisation’s work and impact over the last 25 years.
From those who advocated for Lowry’s inception to young people embracing the opportunity to realise their ambitions and potential, these eleven voices capture a trajectory which continues on, carrying a community forward to a bright future.
Together, they represent the unique and valuable contributions of the thousands of people that have made Lowry what it is today, allowing us a glimpse of art’s life-changing power.
About the artists
Sonya Smith and Lucy Tomlinson interlace text and image to create a form of synecdochic portraiture that explores how individuals influence groups and vice versa. They look beyond the conventions of the corporate image to find the quiet moments in which people reveal themselves most fully.
Sonya Smith is a Manchester-based photographer who is drawn to capturing connection in communities. Find out more about Sonya at sonyasmithphotography.com
Lucy Tomlinson is a writer and researcher from Manchester. She is interested in the way stories shape the world we perceive. Find out more about Lucy at lucytomlinson.com
Part of Lowry’s 25th Anniversary programme. One Lowry, Many Stories is made possible thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
