Iain Clark: A Love Letter to Glasgow Exhibition
Join us for this solo exhibition of the photographic artist Iain Clark at the University of Glasgow’s Advanced Research Centre. Come along to this show to see the faces of some well-known and perhaps lesser-known Glaswegians.
Breathing life into Glasgow’s very essence, this homage, rendered in monochromatic and coloured strokes, exposes the spirited pulse that thrives within the city’s veins. Street photography, the lifeblood of the exhibition, illuminates the ordinary and the extraordinary alike. The anonymous faces of passersby intertwine with the familiar visages of local legends, each expressing the collective spirit that reverberates within the city.
Iain says: “My intimate affection for Glasgow is demonstrated by unveiling a deep sense of community amongst its vivid characters – my tribute to a city that embraces and inspires all who are fortunate enough to call it home.”
The exhibition can be viewed in the ARC’s exhibition space from 9 – 22 September.
Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 19:30
Saturdays and Sundays,10:00 – 16:00.
The exhibition is dedicated to the memory of John Shaw, alumni of Glasgow University, a proud Glaswegian and patron of the arts.
ADDRESS & CONTACT INFO
Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow, Chapel Lane, Glasgow, UK
VISIT DETAILS
BUILDING OPENING HOURS
The exhibition can be viewed in the ARC's exhibition space from 9 - 22 September. Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 19:30 Saturdays and Sundays,10:00 - 16:00. No booking required - Drop in please.
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TRAVEL
Nearest Train and/or Subway: Hillhead or Kelvinhall Subway / Partick Train Station
Parking Available: no
Additional Parking Details: Limited pay and display
Parking Available: no
Additional Parking Details: Limited pay and display
ACCESSIBILITY
Physical Access: Fully Accessible
Further Accessibility Details: For accessibility details please visit: https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/accessibility/
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ORGANISATION
Organised by: Iain Clark
Iain Clark is a practicing photographic artist whose work is in the permanent collection of The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, The National Portrait Gallery and in numerous private collections in the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States and India. Iain is recognised for his unique portraits. It is his passion for people that has led to his ascent as an in-demand portrait artist. Iain’s technique has been described by the Scottish National Portrait Gallery as “sitting somewhere between photography and painting”.
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Iain Clark is a practicing photographic artist whose work is in the permanent collection of The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, The National Portrait Gallery and in numerous private collections in the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States and India. Iain is recognised for his unique portraits. It is his passion for people that has led to his ascent as an in-demand portrait artist. Iain’s technique has been described by the Scottish National Portrait Gallery as “sitting somewhere between photography and painting”.
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