Take One A Day
Take One a Day was a photography exhibition that highlighted the power of creativity and how looking for the beauty around us can help us deal with the many difficulties of modern life. The landscape imagery featured in the exhibition came out of a traumatic experience for Lincolnshire man Paul Gutherson. Paul discovered the body of someone who had died by suicide on his favourite dog walk in Keddington, just outside Louth. Following PTSD and counselling, he decided to use his love of photography to reclaim his joy in the natural environment and to rediscover the beauty in life. Award-winning photographic artist Richard Ansett supports Paul's landscapes with rural community portraiture to broaden and deepen the project. The people featured either work in and give their time to mental health support or are personally affected by some of the issues raised. They all kindly gave their time to have their pictures taken next to the path where Paul walked. This collaborative and wide-ranging project highlighted the connection between people and their communities. The aim was to use the positivity surrounding this exhibition – borne out of a tragic event – to inspire mindfulness and creativity or help people reach out. Also featured is Richard Ansett’s portrait series “Man Up” which came from his visit to a local support group run by Bro-Pro Uk. Richard Ansett was in residency and the Usher Gallery from 29 July – 4 August 2024. The residency allows people to discuss his photography, his previous work as a Samaritan or whatever people wanted to. The exhibition included a mindfulness yoga session in the gallery space helping bring focus to connecting with our sense of wellbeing and being mindful of the present moment. Connecting with peace, gratitude and joy through gentle movement, use of sound, visualisation and relaxation. Paul Gutherson Instagram - @guthersonphotography Facebook - Paul Gutherson Richard Ansett Instagram – richardansett Facebook – Richard Ansett Editions Image credit: Gabriella Hands Instagram - @hands.on.creative Facebook – Hands On Creative