Emma Brown

Emma Brown is an award-winning UK-based photographer specialising in the wet plate collodion process. With meticulous craftsmanship, she creates unique and evocative pieces that bridge the past and the present. Her dedication to this historical technique has taken her around the world, supported by Arts Council England, and she has been featured in prestigious exhibitions such as the Barcelona Photo Biennale. Emma’s work captures a timeless depth and texture, transforming her portraits and landscapes into rich narratives that delve into identity, place, and belonging. At the heart of Emma’s practice is a commitment to visual storytelling and community engagement. She collaborates with marginalised groups, including disabled artists, young refugees, and vulnerable women, amplifying their voices and empowering them through co-created photography projects. This inclusive approach not only highlights the stories of these communities but fosters meaningful connections between the subject, artist, and viewer. Working with wet plate collodion, polaroids, and cyanotypes, Emma merges traditional techniques with contemporary themes, offering images that transcend visual representation to explore the human spirit. The slow, hands-on process invites viewers to pause, reflect, and appreciate the timeless beauty and intricate narratives within her work. Through evocative imagery, Emma captures fleeting moments of connection and introspection, transporting viewers through time and offering a profound meditation on the enduring power of analogue photography.