Photography

Gerry Savage

Photography is vital to contemporary life and enhances the human experience by connecting diverse social structures. Its familiarity bridges gaps across diverse social structures, fostering a deeper connection among people. My camera allows me to uncover insights that extend beyond mere visual perception, rendering unique interpretations of the world around me. Beauty can be found in both the extraordinary and the mundane photographs I capture. While my enthusiasm for photography is rooted in open-mindedness and optimism, I also recognize the importance of adopting a critical perspective. This critical lens makes me aware of underlying structural inequalities and hidden power dynamics that demand my attention. In this way, my passion for photography not only celebrates beauty but also invites reflection on the complexities of the environments in which we live. Striking a balance between appreciation and awareness enriches my understanding of the role photography plays in our collective narrative.

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Liffey Banks

Liffey Banks follows the course of the River Liffey on its journey to the sea, starting from its origins in the Wicklow hills, before moving through Kildare, and onwards to its journey’s end in Dublin Bay. 

The images presented here have been taken in a variety of locations, including some of the abandoned spaces along the river but also the people who live beside it, or who use the river as a place of recreation.  

Through this journey, Liffey Banks seeks to deepen the understanding of the river’s connection to the regions through which it passes and the communities it touches, capturing both the beauty and the diversity of the areas surrounding the river. 

Liffey Banks highlights the interwoven relationship between nature and culture, reflecting not only the physical journey of the river but also its significance in shaping the identity of the surrounding lands and its people. 

Urban Echoes

Urban Echoes is an exploration of temporality, a way of representing a fascination with urban environments and their inhabitants, while also serving as a reflection on the fluidity of time within the city. The subjects photographed register their presences differently in each image.