Cityscape nominee

To me all photographs included into the Streets of my City project brings that tangible proof of existence of all beautiful places hidden under the skyscrapers built for and by the richest. Birmingham is the first ever city I learn about, observe and immortalise since I arrived in the UK four months ago. What impressed me from the very beginning was its industrial character. I walked down the streets for hours shooting old buildings, streets and hidden workshops occupied by the Jewellers. I started shooting double exposed images and I did it in purpose. I take photographs of the city already known to citizens, but totally new to myself. My aim is to let people interpret the view of the city once again, have another look at what they already know. Inspire them with the vibrant spirit of the city. My love to JQ pushed me to open a photography studio right here. The Gibson Kochanek Studio is located in the heart of a beautiful heritage of Birmingham city.

Barbara Gibson’s professional renown lies in her work as a Photographer and Photo-Researcher and whose speciality is Urban Photography. She is fascinated by countries and cultures across the world and seeks to capture images with a deep empathy.
Long-term trips include San Francisco, Los Angeles, Mexico, Bolivia, Guatemala, Caribbean Islands and most of European countries - these came out of curiosity and an endless need to photograph.
Awarded with an Art Grant in 2013 to develop research and photography project. She curates photography exhibitions and exhibits internationally her own works. Barbara won international recognition, when she has become a Finalist of Bursa Photo Fest in 2012.