An evening celebrating the historic legacy of Sheringham photographer Olive Edis including a screening of a film in which portrait photographer Rankin explores Olive's pioneering work and seeks to discover why the pioneering photographer lacks the recognition she deserves, despite being heavily involved in the development of photography.
Mary Olive Edis, later Edis-Galsworthy (3 September 1876 – 28 December 1955), was a British photographer and successful businesswoman who, throughout her career, owned several studios in London and East Anglia.
Edis's first studio on Church Street, Sheringham, was purpose built for the Edis sisters by their uncle the architect Robert William Edis. It had a glass roof to allow in natural daylight which became an important aspect of her trademark style.
Edis's sitters ranged from royalty to politicians, to influential women, and local Norfolk fisherfolk. She was one of the first women to adopt the autochrome process professionally and became Britain's first official female war photographer in 1919.
John Rankin Waddell (born 1966), known as Rankin, is a British photographer and director who has photographed, amongst other subjects, Björk, Kate Moss, Madonna, David Bowie and Queen Elizabeth II. The London Evening Standard described Rankin's fashion and portrait photography style as "high-gloss, highly sexed and hyper-perfect".
Rankin has directed music videos, documentaries, a feature film, short films and commercials.
About Members’ Evenings
At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.
About NDPS
Norwich & District Photographic Society is ambitious, vibrant, and friendly. Our members freely share their ideas, images, knowledge, and experience both at our weekly meetings and during the other activities that comprise our annual programme. No matter what their level of photographic ability or experience everyone is welcome to join us. We have members of all ages who work in all kinds of industries and professions whose photographic skills range from complete beginners who are starting out on their photographic journey through to seasoned experienced photographers . We strive to ensure all members reach their potential in a friendly environment.
Where to find us
NDPS meets throughout the year. Normally, from the start of September and finishing during the following June, we hold indoor meetings every Tuesday evening commencing at 7:30pm. During the summer months we meet informally outdoors for photo-shoots and other events.
The Society’s home is the modern and fully equipped Interactive Studio at the City Academy, 299 Bluebell Road, Norwich, NR4 7LP. City Academy Norwich located near the University of East Anglia is a modern building that benefits from state-of-the-art facilities including excellent wi-fi, sound and image-projection systems. There is also ample free-car parking available on site and in addition can it be easily reached using public transport.