A NEW photographic exhibition brings the quality of work produced by Grimsby Institute students into sharp focus.
JPEGs and NEGs 2011, which is now open at the Institute's EastCoast School of Art & Design on Westward Ho, is a showcase of work from final year students on the national diploma in photography course.
The exhibition, which runs until tomorrow, features a diverse range of images which depict locales such as Freeman Street and Weelsby Woods.
The body of work also features intimate portraiture pieces as well as stunning fine art pieces.
Course co-ordinator Sarah Sparks said that the exhibition offered a "great opportunity" for students.
She said: "The exhibition is an accumulation of all students' work that they have produced over the two years of the course.
"Each piece on display is one student's final project and they were told that they could do absolutely anything they wanted with it.
"Most have picked the area of photography that most interested them over the two years, so we have some fashion, documentary and fine art pieces.
"Every time the exhibition surpasses itself and this year has been no different, the students have surpassed themselves once again.
"I think the students are all very proud of what they have achieved and to be able to exhibit their work to the public in this way is a fantastic opportunity for them."
Photography tutor Richard Moore added: "Two years ago, we were standing with these students in the dark room, teaching them the basics, so as a tutor, to be standing here looking at their work on show in an exhibit like this is just fantastic.
"There are some absolutely fantastic pieces – who knows, in the future we may see the work on display at exhibitions in London, Manchester or Birmingham."
Student Joel Hewitt, 26, whose images depicted everyday life on Freeman Street, said: "I feel quite proud to be standing here with my work on display for people to see.
"Exhibitions like this are great for students to showcase what they can produce.
"It also gives us experience of exhibiting our work in a professional environment – I think it is fantastic."
Asha Masdin, 18, was at the exhibition to show her little brother Alfie, 8, some of her work. She said: "The exhibition looks fantastic – it is the first exhibition I've ever done so it is a great experience for me."
Alfie added: "I'm am really impressed – her photos look really good."
Pay a visit
To see the student's work for yourself, visit the exhibition at the Grimsby Institute's East Coast School of Art & Design on Westward Ho, from 10am to 4pm, until tomorrow.
For more information on the exhibition or the National Diploma, call Sarah Sparks on 01472 311222 ext 457.
