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An Ode to the Sea
Please join us to hear how architects, writers, researchers, and artists have all drawn inspiration from the sea, and more specifically Firestone Bay.
Book launch
The evening brings together architect Chris Romer-Lee to discuss his new book, 'Sea Pools’ with Sophie Pierce, author of the popular Wild Swimming books. Chris begins with an introduction to sea pools within the history of outdoor swimming, their unique designs and architectural significance and commentary on the resurgent appreciation for sea swimming in the 21st century. Chris selects 66 of the most beautiful and culturally significant sea pools from around the world including Firestone Bay.
Research roundup
Linda Ward will introduce a new film poem, recorded in part at Firestone Bay, where much of her doctoral film and photographic research is located.
Dr Sally Sutton will show a short video exploring the 'Right to Water: Public Space or Private Asset'.
Dr Eva McGrath will present alongside her exhibition Immersion: Voices of Plymouth Sea Swimmers, Firestone Bay.
Dr Kass Gibson and Ellie Rickets: ‘Exploring into the Blue – a deep dive into swimming with cancer'.
The evening will also include a panel discussion between the contributors, chaired by Dr Zoe Latham, architecture.
Book launch
The evening brings together architect Chris Romer-Lee to discuss his new book, 'Sea Pools’ with Sophie Pierce, author of the popular Wild Swimming books. Chris begins with an introduction to sea pools within the history of outdoor swimming, their unique designs and architectural significance and commentary on the resurgent appreciation for sea swimming in the 21st century. Chris selects 66 of the most beautiful and culturally significant sea pools from around the world including Firestone Bay.
Research roundup
Linda Ward will introduce a new film poem, recorded in part at Firestone Bay, where much of her doctoral film and photographic research is located.
Dr Sally Sutton will show a short video exploring the 'Right to Water: Public Space or Private Asset'.
Dr Eva McGrath will present alongside her exhibition Immersion: Voices of Plymouth Sea Swimmers, Firestone Bay.
Dr Kass Gibson and Ellie Rickets: ‘Exploring into the Blue – a deep dive into swimming with cancer'.
The evening will also include a panel discussion between the contributors, chaired by Dr Zoe Latham, architecture.
Wednesday 27 Sep 2023
Ocean Studios
Royal William Yard
Plymouth Devon PL1 3RP
Timings 18:00 - 19:00 Research roundup
19:15 - 20:00 Chris Romer-Lee and Sophie Pierce
Ticket information: £5, £2.50 students
Organised by
The Arts Institute
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