Our Stories 2022 Festival, Book, and Accompanying Exhibition were generously sponsored by:
Cover photograph by Roger Stewart. “Stirling under cloud from Dumyat” Photo book designed by Rab Fyfe. www.photosbyrab.com
Stories. This, our fifth year, brought world class artists and leading edge developments in the world of photography, here to the heart of Scotland. Our theme of Stories inspired a programme of events as diverse as home and family, resilience and personal growth, Stirling’s history and our built heritage, wildlife and landscapes, the environment and our impact on it, personalities and portraits, poverty and trauma, literature and the visual arts, and sustainable creative practice. Opening our festival at the Tolbooth Gallery, Street Level Photoworks curated a unique collection of photographs and audio-visual pieces from artists Coulson & Tennant and Helene Schmitz. These works, some originally exhibited at COP 26, together told the tale of our impact on the planet and challenged us to act. Fittingly, we closed with a
workshop led by environmental artist Scott Hunter, sharing stories of his own sustainable creative practice, including a demonstration of his revolutionary film processing technique using plant based materials. Audiences from across Scotland and the globe joined us for in-person events hosted by our partners here in Stirling, and for virtual talks and workshops run over Zoom. Participants, from as far afield as Los Angeles , Ukraine, Pakistan and Sweden were able to connect with us here in Stirling, contributing their ideas and sharing their stories. The closing piece of our Festival is this wonderful book and accompanying exhibition, generously sponsored by our friends at The Barracks Conference Centre. Thank you to those who have shared your photographs here, creating this wonderfully diverse collection of Stories.
Our Festival was made possible with the support of our loyal partners and generous sponsors and all those who have contributed and participated. As always, there must be a special mention for our Creative Team who have volunteered many hours and worked tirelessly to bring this exceptional Festival to Stirling. Thank you. Janie Meikle Bland Festival Creative Team Developing Community… Developing Creativity… Developing Skills
Foreword. I was first introduced to the Stirling Photography Festival shortly after The Barracks Conference Centre opening in late 2019. Creative Director, Janie shared the Festival’s aims and aspirations, and it seemed very clear to me that these resonated with The Robertson Trust values. As a grassroots community project, the festival is fully inclusive to anyone who wishes to participate. With aims of ‘building community, building creativity and building skills’, this reflects our values of ‘we connect, we act with integrity, we are ambitious’, so we decided to get involved. In 2020 the theme was Our World and I was invited to join the judging panel for the Kodak sponsored exhibition. I was surprised and overwhelmed by the creativity and artistic quality of the submissions we received. Furthermore, after meeting my fellow judges, I was very much in awe of their collective knowledge and experience. All the submissions
were subsequently curated and exhibited within the Barracks throughout 2021. This year we took a more active role, hosting talks from internationally renowned Stirling-born artist Margaret Mitchell, who works within the areas of poverty and trauma which links directly into the Trusts’ strategy; Sonja Blietschau who inspired and engaged us as she talked of her personal journey pursuing her creative career; and David Grinly, research associate at Stills of Edinburgh, further helping build connections for Stirling across the Scottish creative community. This year we are delighted to be sponsoring the Stories 2022 exhibition and this commemorative book. The exhibition goes digital, making it more accessible to the growing international audience and allowing it to travel to local community spaces.
On a personal level, my team and I have enjoyed being part of such a vibrant and relevant Festival and are eager to see what’s coming next. Fiona Jamieson Venue Manager The Barracks Conference Centre
Stories, as told by our community in 2022.
“Mask” by Ciara Tait My images are about building yourself up and sometimes having to put on that mask that society loves then being broken down and how that cycle will always continue! Instagram: @the_spirit_of_photography_
“Lament, Progression and Hope” by Laura Jane Steven Lament, Progression and Hope are intermingled themes of many women’s personal stories. Despite adversity across the globe, we try to walk forward into a more progressive world, hope is often found within and particularly in the communities around us. Instagram: @laurajanesteven
“Waiting for Gran and Grandad” by Carol Macfarlane We had said “where are Annie and Chic?” (Gran and Grandad). The dogs scarpered outside to look for them, on looking for our son we found him sitting waiting with the dogs. This is one of our favourite photos of this special time when the dogs were his best friends.
“Lisbon street graffiti” by Mike Hastie An image which is open to interpretation. The LOL after the three dots is an interesting commentary. No religious opinion is intended by me. Instagram: @mikehastiephotography
“Can’t remember what it really feels like” by Bade Fuwa badefuwa.com
“Highland Clearances” by Eleanor Antrobus Inspired by John Prebble’s ‘The Highland Clearances’ and my highland roots. The waste bin in the atypical Scottish landscape echoes the story of the cruel enforced exile of highlanders from their land. Their tortuous uncertain journey is reflected in the snaking path, but I found a portent in the flock of birds; maybe some found postexilic freedom and joy.
“Escapism” by Tracy angel Straiton Instagram: @tracyangelstraiton
“Uppies and Doonies, Uppie victor” by Debbie Sutherland Kirkwall Ba in Orkney, illustrating the story of the annual struggle between the Uppies and Doonies, In this case, it depicts an Uppie victory, and the man being held aloft has been chosen as the ultimate prizewinner of the ba’ itself. After the game is over, the men attend the winner’s house, where they drink and celebrate and talk tales of ba’ games won and lost, present and past. Instagram: @debbiesutherland1
“Prescribed Addiction” by Sofia Conti Five years ago, Donna was engaged, a mother to a beautiful boy and at university. This all changed when Donna was prescribed medication for a work-related injury and in turn being sharply cut off resulted in her purchasing illegal prescriptions. Spending hundreds of pounds every week Donna resorted to shoplifting to fund her addiction. Currently in recovery Donna volunteers and actively campaigns to raise awareness on prescribed medication addiction. Donna participated in my MA Photography project, ‘Return, O Backsliding Children’, September 2022, which can be seen on my website. www.sofiaconti.photography
“The wonders of the Forth Valley” by Tom Dunlop A moment in time—too early and the Monument lights were not on; too late and the colours in the sky would have disappeared. The picture emphasises the importance and prominence of the Wallace Monument to the Stirling landscape.
“A Plot of Twists and Turns” by Iain Mc
“Nostalgia” by Monika K. Adler NOSTALGIA is a memory of a life disrupted by war. Cold earth and blackened gun-metal. Cast alone amongst thousands. Forced, overnight, to leave your home, family, and the places you love. Fractious. Putting your life in the hands of strangers. You still feel it, every moment. It’s hard to forget who you used to be, and what was once yours. www.monikakadler.com
“Communication” by Alina Wojciechowska For me this is a sad story about lack of genuine live communication. Every day you can meet on the streets dozens of similar stories. This couple looked like tourists and they shared their impressions not with each other, but with a smartphone... youreventphotojournalist.co.uk
“Untitled” by Cameron McCann This photo was photographed on Christmas Day 2021. This was my favourite photo taken that day because I love that I managed to freeze the ball in time. It always reminds me of a quote from my favourite game, Life Is Strange: “I wish I could stay in this moment forever. [...] But then it wouldn’t be a moment.”
“a change of scenery” by Shiona Macarthur My images are of the Longannet power station chimney being demolished. Longannet power station was built in the 1960s and opened in 1970 and the chimney was a landmark it dominated the skyline in the area. The power station was closed in March 2016 after it was found to be the biggest pollution power station in the UK. The chimney stack was demolished in December 2021. Instagram: @shionamacphotography
“Stirling under cloud from Dumyat” by Roger Stewart A story of expectations exceeded and transformed. A cloud inversion in the valley from Edinburgh to the Trossachs transformed the view, masking Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. Such moments provide the opportunity to reflect on the potential for a different world, less affected by human modification.
“Tartan Noir” by Grant Moir There’s been a murder... only you and the blood soaked cobbles can bear witness! flickr.com/photos/grantmoir
“Love on the Rocks” by John Patton “The Bass Rock hosts the World’s largest colony of Northern Gannets. On this visit, I was told that an estimated 100 000 breeding pairs were in residence. Sadly and tragically, Avian Flu has devastated the bird population this year. The Sea Life Centre and other professionals have only been able to look on helplessly. These images were shot with a Canon 5d and 100–400 lens. Unlikely that I shall visit again, even if visits are again permitted, as at age 80 this year, I lack the agility required to skip onshore from an occasionally difficult landing.” phototilly.scot/Galleries/
“A Drone on Stirling Castle Esplanade during the State Funeral” by Sandra Robertson This couple seized the opportunity to fly a drone from the Esplanade over Stirling Castle whilst most people were watching the Queen’s funeral on television.
“adventure” by Jade Scott A story is an adventure. As a mother, the little walks to the Alva glen can be magical and fun. I love documenting my life and especially my daughter trying to capture her stories and adventures in little magical moments. This image was taken at the Alva glen on our usual walk.
“So many stories” by Charles Lovatt So many stories in Scotland’s largest second hand bookshop.
“Jean + Tam, 2022” by Colin Raeburn A declaration. Scratched on the outer wall of Inverkeithing recycling centre. February, 2022. studiocr.co.uk
“Post-Normal” by Ryan Yare “Post-Normal” documents the shifting elements of the daily life of a long-COVID sufferer, in a transitional stage of their life, following several diagnoses of previously elusive underlying illnesses, owing to exacerbation of symptoms after contracting COVID-19. The project was created in collaboration with the patient and their family, keeping their identity anonymous, allowing the images to become symbolic of the experiences of others, rather than tethered to a single individual. Instagram: @ryanoftheyare
“Down among the small fish” by James Holloway This is a story of everyday people that bring a palette of life to every housing scheme all over Scotland. The individuals who rarely seem to be represented, or to have their stories told, and might often be referred to as small fish in an ocean dominated by big fish.
“Incarcerated” by Roberta Houston This is a composite of images taken at Peterhead Prison, which no longer houses any prisoners but still evokes feelings of fear and claustrophobia within its walls. alehousemusic.com/robertas-photography
“Lost and Found” by Morag Simpson This photo was taken at the weir in MacRosty Park in Crieff, which has dried up and revealed this sad dolly, which even seems to have a “plaster” on one of its broken legs! Made me wonder who it had belonged to and why it ended up here—lost and mourned or tossed away?
“Lockdown Hobby” by Phillip Jones During Lockdown I wanted to escape from my job in retail and the news, so I went to Cambus Pools a local reserve and a stone’s throw away, and I turned my past time into a hobby and capture as many species as I can, I have currently captured 102 and these are a few. Instagram: @phils_wild_scotland
“The Bee and the Butterfly” by Hazel Telfer Sharing is caring.
“Toboggan” by Joanne Beveridge Instagram: @joanneaxel1
“Night on the Moors” by Louise Reilly Dog lost on Moors of Cambusbarron, finding his way home... if only he could talk, for on his return what a story he could tell. Instagram: @louise_reilly84
“check all angle for best view!” by Jim Huntsman I love the Harry Potter movies and books, one thing I look forward too all week is helping out the lonely Broomstick shop in Falkirk, its a Harry Potter theme from the films. This photo is view from Harget bike into the shop, but if you see the wonderful lights and pictures in the side mirror, I think it makes the shot so much to see. Never forgetting to look behind you before taking that shot you may miss something.
“When the view makes you stop and reflect” by Ian Barnes This photo represents the fisherman stopping to admire the view, a setting sun, a sun dog in the sky with calm waters over to Ailsa Craig. Is he thinking about overfishing of the seas? Or the “one that go away”. A very reflective photo with everyone able to put their own thoughts to the story.
“Leaping out of Lockdown” by Lulu Burt Lulu (age 10) took this photo as we came out of Lockdown and shows the joy in the face of her sister Tilda who was literally leaping for joy at being allowed to explore our gorgeous countryside again. Photograph take on Colsnaur with Dumyat and National Wallace Monument in the distance.
“Don’t be too quick to judge” by David Mitchell
“... it’s behind you!” by Bill McKenzie This is a composite image with components gathered throughout Scotland featuring a street actor from the Royal Mile at the Edinburgh Festival the highly acclaimed mythical sea monster of the Kelpies a replica sailing ship from The East Neuk of Fife all together on the pristine Sango Sands at Durness in the extreme North Coast.
“Pit night” by Lesley McDermott Over the past couple of years we have enjoyed spending more time out in the garden, including nights with the fire pit a focus for warmth, fascination with flame, smell, textures and the beauty of wood changing into amazing sculptural energy forms. gossipcollective.weebly.com
“Outnumbered” by Kirsty Lear-Grant
“A Quiet Time” by Peter Durkin Sharing wisdom with the next.
“Landscapes of memory—passage” by Eleni Kepelian A compilation of pictures taken in the past, in Greece (my homeland) during my last trip and Scotland, upon my return. I’ve named them landscapes of memory, as I took them to mark the moment that I was there, to mark my passage—physically and emotionally—from one place to the other. Instagram: @Elkescotland
“Untitled” by Lindsay Forsyth forsythphotos.co.uk
“Found Portrait, April 2022” by Alison McLeod I found this portrait drawing in October 2021 while walking around Candleriggs, Glasgow and have returned to visit it several times. I think this portrait tells a story of the artist and the person portrayed, and it connects everyone who sees it in some way. It remains constant in an everchanging environment. Instagram: @bracmacali
“A Journey Through Time” by Ronnie Mitchell Layers of rock - deposits depicting a ‘timeline’ of the Earth’s development Land erosion - eroded away by the sea over millions of years Castle - built centuries ago Farms - generations of farmers working the lands Pillbox - reminders of World wars Rainbow - changing climates, a symbol of the Covid pandemic The image - taken in a fraction of a second!”
“The Coal Hole” by Ted Leeming Germany’s biggest opencast coal mine at Hambach. www.leemingpaterson.com
“The Toy Thief” by Kirsten Ferguson Young red fox with tennis ball from a stolen dog toy. Young foxes often display puppy-like behaviour, and urban foxes will opportunistically take pet and kids toys from gardens if they find them. This youngster happily played with the ball and rope attachment (not visible in this shot) throwing the rope in the air, displaying pouncing behaviour and enjoying giving the toy a good chew. Paisley, Scotland. Instagram: @kizbang
“Waverley Calm” by Helen Hyland Edinburgh at Festival time is noisy, busy, and bewildering. From here, you see tourists jostling to see the Floral Clock; crowds eager to hear a busking piper; a roudy hen party emerging drunkenly from a coach: people, everywhere, hell bent on having fun. But not these two. Instagram: @helen_r_hyland
“The painted sea” by Haley Rice Every once in a while as we wind our way and wander, seeking sense amid life’s obscurity and wonder—to tease out meaning, make sense of pain, seek sunlight, shelter, and survive the rain— then sometimes calm clarity comes best when the lens of life defocusses. Serene and surreal, the painted sea rises to greet me, sibilantly whispering a story of what it means to be free.
“Sitka Spruce” by Morag Paterson
“ Light and shadow in the city” by Alison E. Brown I was visiting Glasgow to meet up with a friend and it was the first time I had been back to the city centre since the start of the pandemic. There was a bin strike going on, the streets were piled with rubbish, and the empty shops just added to the depressing atmosphere. You can just see a man through the window checking his mobile phone.
“The Brownian Motion” by Renata Dlugolecka “On yonder hill there stood a coo, it must hava gone, its not there noo.” —William McGonagall
“Portrait of Malcolm, granulating plastic for recycling” by Teresa Dickson Everyday is different but each day is the same. Repetition, deadlines, challenges and obstacles. In a large organisation everything is delegated, distributed, diluted. Here everything is done by a small family team from fixing broken machines, creating precision tooling to shimmying up the wall to install racking, with one of us holding the ladder at the bottom.
“Portrait of Jack, on a break” by Teresa Dickson
“Oh, did ye aye?” by Eddie McEleney
“If you only look up” by Quenton Tavendale
“Remains of the Norholmen, Hoy Sound, Orkney” by Paul Wotton Orkney has been both a haven and graveyard for ships since the time of the Vikings. Hoy Sound is the western entrance to Scapa Flow, the UK’s main naval base in both World Wars. The Norwegian fishing vessel, the Norholmen, grounded in high winds and heavy seas on these rocks below Warbeth graveyard, Stromness, in 1966. All nine crew survived and little now remains of the vessel.
“THE STONE O’ SCAR: an Orkney story” by Sandy Wotton In a field on Sanday, between walls of lichen covered local sandstone, rests a block of gneiss from Norway. It’s a glacial erratic left behind after the last ice age; but to some it was a missile thrown in anger by a witch from nearby Eday. In 1879, attempts to bring this curiosity to display near Scar House were abandoned when the cart collapsed, crushed beneath its 14 tons.
“Tales from the Turkish Aegean: Sitting in a Gale” by Beren Sekerci “As the first licks of wind approach, the evening comes to an end. But there’s no rush. While coffee is hot and gossip is fresh, our ladies remain. Soon, though, the winds pick up, and the night is called. My only remaining company is a wee dog, but when no midnight snacks are forthcoming, I’m left alone with the chairs. Eventually, I too leave them to their lonely vigil.” Instagram: @here_be__dragons
“Best start to the day” by Susi Petherick This image is Anna’s porridge bowl and the morning porridge ritual is one of my favourite moments of the day with her. For 45 years Anna and Ray, who live on a Croft north of Lochinver, have been my closet friends. Years come and go, plates chip, wooden chopping boards wear down, wrinkles appear and knees ache, but our friendship keeps going strong. Instagram: @pethericksusi
“Untitled” by Gregor Boyd Instagram: @g_boydphotographs
“A Building in Time” by Richard Simpson Much of my work is concerned with the passing of time, and these three images are from a series that I made recently at Newcastle Civic Centre. Fortunately this wonderful building still features its original fixtures— including the tapestry by John Piper in one of the images—but time has taken its toll. These pictures celebrate and record the ways in which a great building is used today. www.ragsoftime.co.uk
“Anne, Dog Lover” by Mandy Edwards Images from “Another Time of Being”, a body of work that documents lockdown from day 1, March 2020, through to 2021, in the village of West Kilbride. Life changed for us all and we became prisoners in our own homes. Other people became spectres, half glimpsed through windows. Only eyes could meet, the closest thing to a hug was a bleak, hopeful wave. Instagram: @mandyinnorthayrshire
“Elizabeth, International Woman/Author” by Mandy Edwards
“A photographers dream: Above the freezing fog on Ben An” (top left) “Cloud 9, Ben An” (bottom left) “The Power of Nature” (right) by Jamie Ballantine An inversion was forecast and I’d arranged to meet my friend Stevi Jackson on the summit of Ben An to watch the sunrise. I arrived on top just as the sun was breaking the horizon. The scene that unfolded before us was truly breath taking, like you could step off onto the cloud.
“Making Memories” by Jan Beesley Being by the sea makes us feel like children again, like this little girl in her red coat walking along with her father, sharing the simple pleasures of sea, sand and interesting shells. They are making memories together, even if only of a feeling, of a special time spent together. People walking by, smiled to themselves, remembering the times they made memories with someone they loved. Instagram: @jan.beesley
“The Unlucky Country” by Mairi Russell The lebanese people call their land, “the unlucky country.” Despite its history of conflict, the damage wrought by the Covid 19 pandemic and the nitrate explosion in 2020 that killed, injured or displaced thousands of people, the resilience and optimism of the lebanese people shines through. Aided by an international alliance, “the unlucky country” is now taking steps to recover and fulfil its potential. Hope. Peace. Beirut.
“Day one” (above left) “Almost there” (above right) “Old library no more” (right) by Stevi Jackson As one of a few amateur photographers in the village I was asked by local committees to document the replacement of our local library. It is now very near completion.
“The Beautiful... and not so Beautiful!” by Cameron Weir Our landscape is under attack by so many avoidable factors... this is one of them! Instagram: @c.weir73
“Island Adventure” by Chris Elder I walked into this scene recently whilst going fishing and was immediately thrown deep into a story. Who were the characters on the stone? How long were they there for? Who had the beer? How many islands did they visit? What was their experience? Boredom? Tragedy? Excitement? One scene, yet from it, so many stories swirled in my mind. Facebook: Chris Elder Photography
“Boy with plaster on Chin” by Eric Begbie What is the story? Did he fall off his bike and graze his chin while fetching coriander for his Mum?
“Prospect Cottage: progress” by Michaela Simpson Prospect Cottage is a house on the coast at Dungeness. Originally a fisherman’s hut, it was purchased by director and artist Derek Jarman in 1987 and was his home until his death in 1994. From then, until it was purchased for the nation in 2020, a dedicated team of volunteers has ensured that Jarman’s unique vision has been preserved and indeed allowed to develop. Instagram: @michaelasimpsonphotos
“Scene of silence II, III & IV” by Jakub Pasierkiewicz I called my project ‘Scene of silence’ to refer to the characteristic void which accompanies us while we watch a silent movie. Certainly, when looking at a photograph we cannot physically retrace any sounds, which quite often were an inseparable part of the captured moment. In this case, natural phenomena appear here muted and motionless, presenting only their visual potential. Instagram: @jakubpasierkiewicz
“Magenta Moment” by Kate Stevenson We don’t get to experience truly amazing sunsets like this living close to a big city, with the loch like glass and the mountains in silhouette it was a really special moment that will stay with me forever. Instagram: @scottish.sisters.explores
“Relaxed Otter” by Clare Harte It was worth sitting for an hour in the pouring rain behind a rock to spend time with this female otter on Mull. Having watched her interacting with a dog otter, she came on shore for a good clean and roll around in the kelp. A truly wonderful encounter and one which has stayed with me since that rainy day in 2019. Instagram: @scottishsistersphotography
“Pyramids” by Dylan Nardini Instagram: @dylan.nardini
“Untitled” by Annette Sproul Some people have hard lives but their faces don’t show the ravages of time or reflect the difficulties faced in a life lived. Others faces show the tracks of every tear and scar from each barrier overcome. Posed portrait of a grandfather who should be living gently into old age not caring for his wife as she fades from a strong woman to a dementia diminished shell. Instagram: @annettesproul
“Bob Ross Fights Back” (left) “Deadline Day Approaches” (above left) “Defacing Human Vandalism” (above right) by Chris Farquhar A development that a community has fought desperately to stop, the further destruction of Gillies Hill looms. Industry that sees the land we walk as an opportunity to increase the bank balance rather than an area for the community to relax, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the natural environment that has fought so hard to reclaim the previously scarred land. Greed wins... Instagram: @chris_farquhar_
“A Dog’s Tale” by Rab Fyfe Wandering around New York in April 2022. Instagram: @itsrab
“Gun Dogs ” by Megan Sharpe Some images from my documentary project ‘Working Dogs’ set to focus on dogs, the work they are trained to do, how they affect people’s lives and the bond they have with their owners—these images focus on working gun dogs, showing off their training and skill. megansharpephotography.com
“Darkroom Ecology” by Scott Hunter In the Darkroom Ecology workshop at this year’s Stirling Photography Festival, we developed photos I had taken at the former Bandeath Munitions Depot using moss retrieved from the site—the three images included are from that workshop. The Darkroom Ecology project explores nature-based solutions to harmful chemicals used in analogue photography by (re)imagining and (re)defining analogue photography processing and fixing methods. The objective is to create an artistic ecosystem by sharing sustainable practices with fellow practitioners, from photography enthusiasts to professional photographers. Instagram: @scott_hunter_artist
“En retur til naturen, Nord Norge 2022” by Janie Meikle Bland Tørking av torsk, Stornes, Hinnøya (far left); Fisk etter krabbe, Grøtavær, Grytøya (left); Kajakkpadling pa Kvalnes, Lofoten (above). picturethepossible.co.uk
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