Monday 17 October 2022
Announcing a new exhibition of original work by British photographer Siân Davey, presented by the Guernsey Photography Festival and Guernsey Museums. The exhibition runs from 22 October to 20 November 2022 at the Guernsey Museum at Candie.
Announcing a new exhibition of original work by British photographer Siân Davey, presented by the Guernsey Photography Festival and Guernsey Museums. The exhibition runs from 22 October to 20 November 2022 at the Guernsey Museum at Candie.
'For the Love of the Land' offers an intimate exploration of Guernsey's farming communities, through a psychological meditation on the associated cultures and landscapes of the island. Coming from a family of farmers herself, Davey immersed herself in the local agricultural environment for six weeks as part of her residency. The resulting work brings together a series of photographs that pay tribute to the custodians of Guernsey's countryside, while highlighting the sacrifice, dedication, pride, fragility and vulnerability associated with their lifestyle.
Of the exhibition, curator and Artistic Director Jean-Christophe Godet said; "Siân provides a thoughtful, alternative vision and psychological study of the Guernsey farming community and landscape, while continuing her deep exploration of herself and the people around her."
Helen Glencross, Head of Heritage Services said, "Guernsey Museums is pleased to have supported Siân to work on the island and is proud to host the resulting exhibition, that captures her unique perspective on this fragile local industry."
The Guernsey Photography Festival and Guernsey Museums would like to give special thanks to Michael Bray, President of the Guernsey Farmers Association; Andrew Tabel, Guernsey Dairy's Managing Director; and all the farmers and their families who welcomed Siân into their homes and were so generous with their time and patience.
Siân Davey worked as a psychotherapist for 15 years before launching a career in photography in 2014, drawing on her experiences to inform her practice. Her work is held in public collections including by the V&A and she has been the recipient of numerous awards.
Since 2012, the Guernsey Photography Festival and Guernsey Museums have commissioned international artists to produce a specific body of work about the Bailiwick of Guernsey. In exchange for their commission, each artist donates a selection of limited edition prints to the Guernsey Museum which are held for the benefit of the Bailiwick.
Guernsey Museum is open daily 10.00-17.00* with free entry for Discovery Pass holders and their children.
*10.00-16.00 from 31 October
