Correspondence

Paul Greenleaf – Photographer:

An interesting exhibition where the photographer photographed scenes from old postcards in the present day:

I aim to highlight how the land has changed physically, by neglect, ‘development’ or sometimes coastal erosion, and the way the landscape has changed culturally, illustrating changing trends. The work exposes clichés within these rose-tinted tourist towns and offers a modern day alternative to the picturesque.

The written notes from the cards, with all their inherent idiosyncrasies are integral to the work, providing a narrative to the photograph and a unique insight into people’s lives.

With the original postcards exhibited alongside the photographs, I invite a direct comparison between the past and present, both being subjective viewpoints. The 21st century ‘reality’ of the locations offers a stark contrast to the often vibrantly coloured dream-like postcard images, revealing a personal view of contemporary Britain.’

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