Set within a single location, River Story quietly observes the continuous changing of the seasons and the dichotomy of human presence in a natural environment, along a winding river. It contemplates our desire to reconnect with the natural spaces and life that surrounds us, after centuries of pursuing the ideology of a ‘dominion over nature’. Our movements are tentative and uncertain, yet slowly we embrace the unity we need to survive.

In collaboration with the environmental charities: Friends of the Earth, Sussex Wildlife Trust, Pesticide Action Network UK and The Ouse and Adur Rivers Trust, Benjamin aims to inspire a deeper connection between people and the natural world through this work. There will a series of free talks to facilitate conversations around our relationship to nature and the environmental challenges that need our attention during the exhibition – details below.

With generous support from: Emma Wallace, Beak Brewery, Seasons Whole Foods, Wild Nutrition

Exhibition Events

Friday 6 September, 6 – 8pm: Private View

Wednesday 11 September, 1:30 – 2:30pm: Ouse & Adur Rivers Trust

Wednesday 11 September, 3:00 – 4:00pm: Pesticide Action Network UK

Thursday 12 September, 1:30 – 2:30pm: Sussex Wildlife Trust

About the Artist

Benjamin Youd is an award winning photographer, guided by a desire to have a positive impact through his work. His focus is on people and the environment they inhabit — giving a platform to change makers, and telling stories that endeavour to highlight issues and inspire change. His work has featured in several exhibitions and publications, online and in print. He lives in the heart of the South Downs with his wife and two children.

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Exhibition Opening Times

Thursday 5 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Friday 6 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Saturday 7 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Wednesday 11 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Thursday 12 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Friday 13 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm

Saturday 14 September, 1:30 – 5:30pm