Two talented students from HSDC Havant have earned spots as exhibitors in the prestigious Photo Fringe Open24 Young Photographers exhibition. This local exhibition features 11 entries from young photographers aged 14 to 18. Honey Hillage and Mara Albu are among the selected exhibitors showcasing the impressive creativity and dedication at HSDC.
The themed ‘Common Ground’ exhibition is a collaborative effort between Aspex, Photo Fringe, and Pompey Darkroom. This year’s theme encourages participants to use photography as a tool to explore shared experiences and inspire positive change.
Amber Day, A Level Photography Teacher at HSDC Havant, expressed her pride in the students’ accomplishments:
‘I’m so proud of Honey and Mara; their achievement is a testament to their hard work and creativity. Well done, ladies!’
The students shared their excitement about the opportunity:
Honey said, ‘I’m so grateful that my teacher encouraged me to enter.’
Mara added, “I am honoured to have been given such an amazing opportunity to showcase my work.’
To find out more about the exhibition or to see the finalists’ entries, visit in person at the Aspex Gallery in Portsmouth 2 October – 27 October 2024 or online at https://aspex.org.uk/exhibition/open24-young-photographers/
