Sequins and Sparkles
Enter a world of shimmering glamour with Sequins and Sparkles, an exhibition that brings together a collection of fashion from the 20th century. This display features a striking array of garments made from fabrics with metallic threads, adorned with sequins and beads. A selection of dazzling 19th–20th century jewellery and accessories completes the sparkle.
When two sensational 1920s party dresses, currently undergoing conservation, return to the museum, they will be added to the display, bringing even more shimmer to the show.
Discover the power of light and reflection through these stunning pieces, where each sequin tells its own story, and every sparkle invites visitors to shine.
Invisible Light by Alan Withington – Saturday 26th April to Saturday 21st June
This exhibition showcases images created using ultraviolet (UV) light, which is invisible to most people. Each photograph carries a hidden meaning, much like the unseen light that produced them. The images capture well-loved places and evoke deep feelings.
The techniques featured are known as ‘alternative processes’, blending ancient photographic methods with digital elements to produce positive images. These methods, which use paper ‘negatives’ and avoid darkroom chemicals, include in-camera cyanotypes, in-camera lumens, lumen photograms and solargraphs.
Alan Withington, a photographer who has embraced these techniques over the past five years, presents images that require long exposure times, ranging from 45 minutes to over four months. His work is a response to the fast-paced modern world and the challenges posed by AI to creative authenticity, emphasising the value of ‘real’ photography crafted with patience and care.
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