Victoria, though not a traditional photographer, has a keen eye for the beauty found in the everyday surroundings of her life. Her photographs showcase the vibrancy of northern England, filled with cultural nuances and social norms. In a post-lockdown world, her work celebrates connections with the past, highlighting the importance of community relationships and shared experiences. By reclaiming and reinterpreting symbols of working-class culture, she presents a visual narrative filled with hope, friendship, and authenticity, making her art relatable and poignant amidst modern isolations.
One thing I've found that I have in common with my friends is finding things on our daily commute or five minute breaks. There's always things to notice.
The subjects I usually focus on are cultural capital, mobility and playing with social norms.
They give you a slice of Leeds that you may not have seen otherwise. Hopefully they say something about looking at new things from people who didn't go to art school.
Victoria uses these photos to offer an alternative vision of the past, one of female friendships and hope for the future.
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