Michael Rickwood empowers visually impaired people through photography lessons.
Professional photographer Michael Rickwood is focusing on breaking down barriers and developing a passion for photography among the visually impaired community in Northumberland.
Through a remarkable initiative led by Michael and Joanne Money, Activities Coordinator at Morpeth’s Vision Northumberland, Michael is providing photography lessons that enable participants to explore the world of visual artistry despite their visual impairments.
The unique photography club called” Beyond Vision”, comprises of individuals who are visually impaired but share an unwavering interest in photography.
The club’s primary goal is to rekindle their passion for photography and empower them to express their creativity through this visual medium. The club venture out to different locations to capture diverse subjects. In the coming weeks, they have plans to visit Alnwick Gardens for a unique photo shoot of the Cherry Blossom. Another favourite location is the small village of Bothal.
Wallsend based Michael Rickwood, the award-winning landscape photographer behind this initiative, described the picturesque village of Bothal in Northumberland as an ideal setting for their creative endeavours.
The serene churchyard offers a beautiful backdrop for outdoor photography, while the church’s interior provides opportunities for indoor shots. “Through this photography club, supported by Joanne and I, visually impaired individuals are finding renewed inspiration and creativity, proving that passion and artistry have no bounds,” he said.
Beyond Vision are holding their latest exhibition at the Republic Gallery in Blyth between 26th April and 17th May, all prints from this unique exhibition are for sale and all proceeds support the club to evolve.
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