Shadow of an Echo

Robert H. King: Shadow Of An Echo

Exploring a photographer’s sight loss through surreal self portraits.

Audio Described tour and meet the artist:

Friday 11th October, 1.30 - 2.30pm.

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When faced with the challenge of ongoing sight loss, how does a Digital Photographic Artist continue to create? How does one navigate the uncertainty of the future, the discomfort and the searing light? Robert H. King, a visually impaired artist, reflects on these questions through his new exhibition.

This exhibition serves as a form of creative activism and advocacy, challenging misconceptions about visual impairment in the creative industries. It’s not solely about sight loss, but about exploring identity and pushing the boundaries of self-portraiture.

Robert’s journey is one of resilience and creativity. He was born with sight issues and after experiencing a period of blindness, surgery restored limited vision in one eye. His condition is complex, including: Aphakia (absence of a lens) in one eye • damaged retina and iris • permanently dilated pupil (Mydriasis) • permanent double vision (Diplopia) of light and shadows and a high sensitivity to light. Robert views his condition as an “ever-present physical and mental challenge” that fuels his artistic expression. The exhibition is a series of evocative, multi-layered self-portraits that challenge traditional notions of vision and artistry. The work combines: Retinal scans • fluorescein angiograms • images from mobility and orientation white cane training and photos of medical equipment and treatment rooms. Using an iPhone and low vision aids, Robert captured images during his medical appointments and hospital visits, transforming clinical experiences into art.

Gallery Opening Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm

Admission Free