Spring 2005

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Editorial

In this edition we feature Tomoko Yoneda and Peter Kennard. Yoneda attempts to express visually the space between imagination, memory and the present where there is often a sharp disjuncture. All is not always what it seems. 

Kennard’s contrasting approach utilises symbolism which is stark and unequivocal. An angry war artist who has developed an imagery with which to engage and challenge the viewer, he talks here about his photography and career, the difficulties encountered by art students today, and the future of war art. 

At the end of last year we asked members to hit the streets inspired by the Robert Frank exhibition at Tate Modern. We include a selection. 

As the first of a new series under the title ‘The next wave’, we show the work of three emerging talents who are exploring new ideas and means of expression in independent photography. Keiko Yamazaki uses a simple camera that allows her to partially wind on the film to surreal effect. Ben Gurney combines drawing and photography to trace the flow of human activity within an urban setting. Daniella Mahler creates a vivid photographic image of decaying flowers which abstracts shape and texture - without a camera. 

From no camera to cameras without lenses. Alan Mynett writes on pinhole photography in recognition of World Pinhole Day on 24th April and tells you how to participate. 

In this edition we feature the work of LIP’s Muswell Hill satellite group from north London. 

Finally Virginia Khuri writes in remembrance of LIP co-founder Janet Hall. Her legacy is the photographic society, London Independent Photography. She will be deeply missed by all. 

Mark Mitchell & Michael Roth
Editors

Contents

04. Last Man Standing: The Gritty Art of Peter Kennard
09. To Be Frank: Homages to Robert Frank
18. The Next Wave: Keiko Yamazaki
20. Tomoko Yoneda: Visual Stories
25. Janet Hall Remembered by Virginia Khuri
26. The Next Wave: Daniella Mahler
28. Who needs a lens? Pinhole in the ascendant by Alan Mynett
30. Book Reviews by Laura Noble
32. Muswell Hill: LIP Satellite Focus
34. The Next Wave: Ben Gurney
35. News: Work Shops, Courses, Exhibitions, A New Satellite Group