04.02.11
24:2011 - A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
24:2011 – A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
As the sun sets on Berkeley Square we can't guarantee a nightingale singing, but there will be magic in the air as 24:2011 celebrates the milestone of reaching its eighth year. One third of the way through the ambitious project that will not be complete until the next decade and they're still going strong - creating a social commentary that will last for generations. Featuring a number of critically acclaimed artists from across the globe the group draws on a wide variety of experience and talent.
The idea is simple: 24 photographers, documenting the first 24 hours of every New Year for 24 years.
Each individual is tasked with capturing a single moment within their allotted hour, creating a unique collection of images linked only by time.
The original 24 photographers met while studying on a postgraduate photography course at Central St Martin’s in London. Although their various careers have all led them down different paths they reunite to continue towards their goal. This year they take a candid look at New Year's Day.
Six prints from the project will be auctioned off in aid of the breast cancer charity Too Many Women. They will go under the hammer on the night of the private view at a special event at Mortons Club, just a stones throw away from the exhibition in Berkeley Square.
Claire Spreadbury, founder of 24photography, said: “We are delighted to be exhibiting in one of London's most prestigious squares and our collaboration with Mortons and the breast cancer charity Too Many Women make this year particularly special."
Previous exhibitions have proved extremely successful with the group displaying their work in unusual but accessible locations (the fountains of Trafalgar Square, the SS Robin in Docklands, AOP, Greenwich Park, Golden Square and Soho Square to name just a few). And this year’s venue Berkeley Square – in the heart of London’s Mayfair- promises to be the best yet.
Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London will host 24:2011, from February 24 until March 19
Open Daily 9 – 5 pm
Free Admission
Nearest tube:
Green Park (Jubilee, Piccadilly, Victoria)
Bond Street (Central, Jubilee)
www.24photography.org
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