Two men wearing caps and a blue and other with red top, standing behind a sea wall with a black bowler hat in front of them.
Credit: Andy Hollingworth Archive

Meet the Photographer: Andy Hollingworth in Conversation

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About Meet the Photographer: Andy Hollingworth in Conversation

Step inside the I Photograph Comedians exhibition for a special talk with photographer Andy Hollingworth, whose career spans nearly 30 years, capturing some of the UK’s funniest performers.

Andy shares funny anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, and candid insights from photographing comedians, revealing the realities of fame and the moments that happen off-stage and out of the spotlight.

The talk takes place within the I photograph comedians! exhibition, giving visitors the unique opportunity to view Andy’s iconic work before and after the discussion, and see how his photographs capture both humour and humanity.

The exhibition features nearly 80 images, including studio portraits, rare contemplative moments off-stage and live stage performances. It also features comedy memorabilia, including a signed pair of Rik Mayall’s underpants and photographs of iconic objects such as Billy Connolly’s banana boots.   

Image gallery

  • A man with glasses wearing a suit holding a fan with his face printed on it, against a black background
  • A man wearing a multicoloured top made of small toys against a black background
  • A black and white portrait of a man wearing glasses against a black background
  • A man dressed in an army uniform holding a pipe against a white background
  • A lady in a coloured patterned dress standing with her hands together against a plain background
  • A man in a dinner suit holding a pack of playing cards sat at a green table with a terracotta background

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