Rob Stead's photographic project, Well Grubbed Old Mole, documents his personal journey and evolving identity in response to Brexit. The project, presented as a tabloid newspaper and online, combines assisted portraiture exploring people's hopes and fears with a personal photo diary. Stead's accompanying dissertation, "All Fur Coat and No Knickers," examines the theoretical underpinnings of his work, exploring post-Marxist theories and their application to photography, particularly the concept of populism and its metaphorical construction. The newspaper features interviews and images from England and Ireland, showcasing a range of perspectives on the impact of Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic. Ultimately, the project aims to capture the nuances of identity change and social response to major historical events through a multi-faceted approach. |
