Newtownabbey photographer records impact of lockdown for new installation

Lise has created a new installation, COVID 19 - A COUNTY ANTRIM STORY, which she hopes to exhibit at The Engine Gallery in Belfast later this year  (Covid restrictions permitting).

The former photojournalist documented the experiences of a number of people during her project.

She said: “Their stories may not be as ‘vital’ as front line staff, across the board. But to me, it is their stories that reflected the heart wrench and suffering felt by so many of us normal people, during these unprecedented times.

“I have tried to encapsulate and touch on fundamental human issues, which have been exacerbated by the many lockdowns since March last year - such as isolation, vulnerability, loneliness.”

Lise has also been writing articles to highlight the stories of individuals, groups and organisations during the pandemic.

These will be included in her installation exhibition.

In addition; she photographed local and urban landscapes, to give a well rounded view of how the pandemic has touched the people and landscapes.

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