All the images featured in part one of the overall exhibition were taken on site in the Leeds Discovery Centre. This came with a number of challenges, outlined in the following interview with Sara Porter, conducted by a member of Exposure Leeds:
"What challenges did you face shooting the pieces?
There are a number of issues that arise with working with museum specimens in that they have to be kept under particular conditions to ensure their longevity. Also some of the specimens were too fragile to be moved. All images were taken on site at the Discovery Centre, with a makeshift studio being created when there was a room free. For the larger exhibits, they were simply shot in situ, with additional lighting used to supplement the lighting in the stores."
Exposure Leeds. 2013. Highlighting the beauty within… | Exposure Leeds. [ONLINE] Available at:http://exposureleeds.org/highlighting-the-beauty-within/4845. [Accessed 10 May 2013].
Porter's approach to the subject matter varies throughout, covering a range of photographic styles. However, those with a vested interest in photographic practice won't be particularly satisfied by the exhibition. The target audience is the general public or more specifically those with an interest/appreciation in/for natural history.
Prior to this exhibition, I was unaware of the Leeds Discovery Centre's existence. This, for me was the most valuable aspect of the visit overall.
Additional Articles
http://leeds-list.com/leeds-list-meets-sara-porter/
http://www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries/Pages/leedscitymuseum/Natural-Beauty.aspx
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