Art / Royal Photographic Society
Art and food collide in Food Photographer of the Year exhibition
From politics and consumption, to religion and travel, no surface of the planet has been left untouched by the influence of food.
The wonders of food are once again being celebrated in the annual Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year Awards at the Royal Photographic Society in Bristol.
The leading award for food film and photography, the Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year exhibition will showcase over 170 images from more than 25 food categories, such as the politics of food, street food, food at the table, and even food influencers.
The exhibition is a real feast for the senses, and it’s difficult not to salivate at the vibrancy and texture in many of the images.
‘Smash Face’ – photo: Matt Wilson
The exhibition also captures the cultural importance of food globally, in a time where major food shortages, climate crises, and polarised politics define our world.
Stories abound from each photograph, revealing how much food can connect different groups and societies, despite these global issues.
‘Traditional skill’ – photo: Chen Ying
“Food is something that we all have an interest in. This exhibition reminds us of the politics of food production, how food is prepared and consumed, and how it is marketed – all of which have photography at their core,” said Dr Michael Pritchard FRPS, director of education and public affairs of The Royal Photographic Society.
“It’s a joy to see all the finalist images and films together in one place, they give off such an exciting energy,” Pritchard continues.
The exhibition at the RPS Bristol will run from November 19 to December 11.
Main photo: ‘Chirashi zushi’ by Shinichi Sasaki
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