THE FAMILY
Inspired by Bruce Lacey's film "The Lacey Rituals", "The Family" attempted to capture the minute detail of Bennett's large extended family. He photographed the small, intimate moments in their lives which would normally be overlooked.
Inspired by Bruce Lacey's film "The Lacey Rituals", "The Family" attempted to capture the minute detail of Bennett's large extended family. He photographed the small, intimate moments in their lives which would normally be overlooked.
First exhibited in early 1976 at Impressions Gallery of Photography, York, it was then shown at the Institute of Contemporary Arts, London.
The exhibition then went on a UK tour and was featured in BBC TV's "Arena" arts series, in a short film directed by author Nigel Williams. A print of Bennett's Uncle Cyril arriving for tea was purchased by the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Mark Howarth-Booth, director of the V&A's Photography Collection for many years, was said to regard the image as one of his favourites.
The silver-gelatin monotype was created with an unusual multiple printing technique, improvising to subtly bend reality.
In 2015, The V&A acquired the complete exhibition, which can be viewed on request in the Print Room.
The silver-gelatin monotype was created with an unusual multiple printing technique, improvising to subtly bend reality.
In 2015, The V&A acquired the complete exhibition, which can be viewed on request in the Print Room.
Uncly Cyril Arriving For Tea
Aunt Ena Watching Telly
Dad And A Rainy Day
Uncle Stan with His Dinner
Uncle Wally On The Day The Machine Broke Down
Uncle Jack At The Station
Uncle Bill Trying To Look As Though He Owns The Western Docks
Sister Sally And Her Cat
Janet's Husband David Demonstrating Ping Pong
Cousin Tony Looking For A Job
Cousin Mary At The Salon
Cousin Janet Having A Knock-Up
Cousin Derek At The Kids' Party
Cousing David On His Milk Round
Cousin Brian And His Mate Malcolm Fixing Up The Van
Brother-in-Law David Being Given A Surprise
Aunt Nell Trying to Decide Whether To Move Into The New Flat
Aunt Hilda Trying To Write Her Christmas Cards
Aunt Renee Being Interrupted From The Other Office
Mum At The Window Of Our House
Janet And The Kids Departing
Aunt Edie Playing Tennis
