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Neve’s work on display at parliament
Images earn high praise
Work by a supremely talented young amateur photographer is being featured in a Scottish Parliament exhibition.
Neve McCrudden’s portfolio of 12 black and white portrait images of female models – entitled “Feminine” – have taken pride of place at the High Vision showcase.
The Coatbridge youngster’s images highlight the “challenges that typical women may face”.
Neve, a pupil at St Ambrose High School, said: “I believe my 12 black and white portrait images challenge the idea that society tells women they need to reach unrealistic beauty standards to be considered attractive and feel accepted.
“All forms of media, including photography, should have meaning behind them to inspire change and spark discussion.
“By using word art and props creatively I have addressed controversial topics that society often leaves unspoken to avoid uncomfortable conversations; gender equality is a human fight, not a female fight.”
The Higher Vision exhibition celebrates wide-ranging work by 26 student photographers from across Scotland who took the Scottish Qualification Authority ( SQA) Higher photography course, with Neve credited for creating “some really interesting conceptual works”.
Held in partnership with the SQA and Scottish Society for the History of Photography (SSHOP), the showcase captures a selection of the top talent that has been displayed by more than 2300 candidates over the past academic year.
Parliament’s presiding officer, the Rt. Hon. Ken Macintosh MSP, said: “This is a really impressive exhibition which provides a fascinating insight into life in Scotland.
“More than two dozen of our best photography students have given us some beautiful, striking and intriguing images to consider and I am delighted that the Scottish Parliament can provide a platform to display their obvious talent.
“The themes covered range from the intimate to the abstract, with intensely personal photographs alongside reflections on the natural environment.
“I would encourage anyone with an interest to come and see this thought- provoking collection.”
Dr Janet Brown, SQA chief executive, added: “Higher Vision is a fantastic way to round off 2018 Scotland’s Year of Young People.
“The exhibition celebrates the skill and talent of 26 photographers from schools and colleges across the country, and it’s right that we at SQA, the Scottish Parliament, and SSHOP give young people a national platform upon which we can recognise their achievements.”
The exhibition is on display in the Scottish Parliament’s main hall until February 8 and entry is free.
A really impressive exhibition.. a fascinating insight into life in Scotland