Black/North SEAS - Suitcases / Skegness, England
Location: Skegness UK / Date: 2009
Black / North SEAS.
Black/North SEAS was an arts adventure that revealed in story, song and image a vision of Europe drawn from the experiences of the communities that live on its shoreline. 10 different countries from the Black and North Sea regions of Europe took part, with Skegness being chosen as the only UK host.
The project launched in Odessa, Ukraine in May 2008 and concluded in Skegness during 2009. The SEAS Project brought together artists, politicians and community groups to focus on the challenges faced by people living in the region's coastal towns and cities.
SEAS Project in Skegness
SEAS was initiated by Swedish arts organisation Intercult. Arts Council England have supported East Lindsey District Council to participate in this project.
As well as the international artists attending the festival, there were a wide range of local artists including John Byford who took part, showcasing his work at the Embassy Theatre with his 'daily dose' exhibition.
Suitcases - Skegness & Mablethorpe
Suitcases - Skegness
Waiting, Skegness
Suitcases, Skegness
Suitcases, Mablethorpe
Sorrelle - Embassy
League of Time
Kiss & Waste
A Glorious Death
Fantomat, Skegness Pier
The Fantomat
SEAS - Skegness
Beer Tourist, Skegness
Monday in the Sun
SEAS X - Photo and documentation 2010: Turkey / Georgia
In 2010, John continued this European journey by taking part in SEAS X, an international arts exchange in Turkey and Georgia. The programme brought together artists from across Europe to share practice, engage with local communities, and create work inspired by real human experience. John’s involvement in SEAS X further deepened his commitment to photographing people with honesty, empathy, and a genuine curiosity for the world around them. > MORE
SEAS X
