Head On Heads Out – Kandos 2023

Head On ran the first Head On Heads Out photo-meet with 15 photographers from across New South Wales at various stages of their practice. The event featured presentations by Judith Crispin and Murray Fredericks with surprise guest speaker Grahame Howe. 

At the photo meeting, attendees had lively conversations about ideas, experiences, and techniques and shared their work. The event was a real celebration of Australian photography! 

Moshe Rosenzveig OAM opened the photo-meet discussing major influences in landscape photography. Cementa’s Creative Director, Alex Wisser, introduced us to the town of Kandos and its biannual arts festival, Cementa. 

During our visit to Capertee National Park, Murray demonstrated his still photography and time-lapse techniques. He also shared insights about his upcoming project, BLAZE, and discussed the challenges of landscape photography. 

Grahame showcased British photographer E. O. Hoppé’s journey through depression-era Australia in the 1930s, capturing the nation’s ‘true spirit.‘ It is one of Australia’s most comprehensive national portraits taken by a single photographer in any era. 

Judith inspired everyone to experiment with photography and connect with the land more deeply. She demonstrated her chromatography process and guided us through making our first chromagraphs.

On the second day, participants had an opportunity to showcase their photographic prowess by presenting a portfolio and receiving feedback from their peers. It was a great opportunity to learn from each other and improve skills. 

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Head On Foundation has organised and subsidised this event in collaboration with Cementa with support from Create NSW. 

Head On Foundation has organised and subsidised this event in collaboration with Cementa with support from Create NSW.