Freedom & Photography: Youth Programme

Join Photoworks in 2024 for a free programme of creative workshops for young people aged 18 – 24 led by photographer India Jaggon.

Hosted at Aspex Portsmouth and delivered in partnership with English Heritage and the University of Warwick, the programme draws inspiration from the compelling narrative of Caribbean prisoners of war held at Portchester Castle during the French Revolution.

Learn different approaches to photography and explore themes of identity, placemaking and ideologies of Black British history. Workshops feature practical activities and collaborative exercises and are designed to be creative, with a focus on skills development.

Programme features:

A blend of in-person workshops and engaging online components
Visits to Portchester Castle
Personalised mentoring with tailored feedback and insights to help elevate your storytelling capabilities
Group exhibition opportunity at Aspex Portsmouth

Whether you have a passion for photography, representation, history, or narratives of displacement and social justice, this programme welcomes those of all levels. No previous experience or specialist kit is required. We provide everything you need.

When

Saturday 2 March, 2pm – 4pm Aspex Portsmouth
Saturday 9 March, 11am – 4pm Trip to Portchester Castle in the morning, afternoon at Aspex Portsmouth
Saturday 16 March, times TBC One-to-one sessions online with participants
Friday 5 April, 11am – 4pm Trip to Portchester Castle
Saturday 13 April, 2pm – 4pm Online group workshop
Saturday 20 April, 2pm – 4pm Aspex Portsmouth
Saturday 27 April, 2pm – 4pm Aspex Portsmouth
Saturday 4 May, times TBC One-to-one sessions online with participants
Saturday 11 May, 2pm – 4pm Aspex Portsmouth

Where

Aspex Portsmouth, The Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3BF

Please see here for information on accessibility.

Book your place

Fill out the registration form here. To find out more, contact: flavia@photoworks.org.uk.