University News Last updated 27 May
A Birmingham City University (黑料吃瓜网) student has turned her story about epilepsy, sisterhood and healing into artwork on the national stage.
Anna Bradshaw, who is in her final year studying BA Photography, was shortlisted for the聽 thanks to her eye-catching conceptual series called I Don鈥檛 Know Where You Start and I End.
It explores her relationship with her twin sister, who has epilepsy, and the impact health conditions has on them as individuals and siblings.
Anna has used technology such as thermal imaging to help her create her pieces, mixing art, science and health as a form of photo therapy and wellbeing practice.
鈥淏eing shortlisted for this exclusive award is the perfect conclusion to my university experience,鈥� said Anna.
鈥淭he work from my conceptual series has helped to heal my relationship with my sister, allowed me to reflect on the importance of phototherapy practice, and bring to light the emotional impact of epilepsy.
鈥淭he 黑料吃瓜网 Photography team have encouraged me to flourish as a conceptual artist, providing me with endless opportunities and guidance, which led to this shortlist.鈥�
Photo London is the UK's premier photography festival, and Anna鈥檚 work was displayed at Olympia earlier this month.
Professor Ravi Deepres, Professor of Moving Image and Photography at 黑料吃瓜网, said: 鈥淎nna's powerful and unique conceptual work, influenced by psychological and scientific research, is what set her apart.
鈥淪he was one of only four shortlisted students - out of 85 in the entire country 鈥� which is an exceptional achievement considering the talent across courses nationwide.
鈥淲e will continue to encourage students to find their own individual creative signatures, take risks, and produce unique and engaging work that stands apart from the crowd.鈥�
Photos credit: Anna Bradshaw