A black and white photo of three boys standing in the street covering their faces with their hands.

A black and white photo of someone standing on a skateboard.

A black and white photo of someone crossing their arms, with their face not visible.

IPSWICH AS YOU SEE IT

Isiah Jordan

Are you interested in photography? Want to learn how to use photography to express yourself and tell your story?

Our 2025 SPILL Associate Isiah Jordan is offering a series of free photography workshops where you’ll get the chance to explore your local community, photograph what matters to you, and reflect on your personal experiences, challenges, and dreams.

In these hands-on workshops, you'll learn the basics of photography—how to use a camera, understand composition, and create a meaningful project. But it’s not just about learning technical skills; it’s about diving into important conversations around identity, belonging, social issues, and what it means to live where you do. As you create your photos, you'll get the chance to think critically about what you’re capturing and why it matters.

At the end of the workshops, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a special publication and have your work showcased at SPILL Festival 2025. This is your chance to get your voice heard, share your perspective, and show the world what matters to you.

If you're between 15 and 19, and want to be part of something that celebrates your experience, individuality and creativity, come join us!

How to get involved

Join the free taster session from 2 - 4pm on 19 February 2025 at SPILL Think Tank, next door to Ipswich Museum, IP1 3QH

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What’s the time commitment?

Be involved as much or as little as you like! Please join us for the taster session on 19 Feb, where we will explain how the workshops are going to work, after which you may choose the sessions you would like to attend. If you would like to be involved but can’t make the taster session, please tick the box at the end of the form to indicate this, and we will get back to you with more information on further workshop dates. If you have any questions please email info@spillfestival.com.

About the artist

Isiah Jordan is a UK-based photographer and youth worker, whose practice, grounded in a social documentary approach, explores the intersection of identity, culture, and community. He draws inspiration from the voices of the young people he works with.

Their perspectives inform and challenge his creative direction, creating a collaborative dynamic that shapes his photographic narrative.

Isiah Jordan is being supported as SPILL Associate throughout 2025.

Generously funded by Norfolk & Norwich Festival’s bursary scheme, and Eastern Angles’ Boost Bursary.

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