Photo Talk: Olufemi Olaiya
Aspex Portsmouth, Portsmouth · 27 October 2026
Photo Talk is an evening of conversation about the stories and ideas behind photographic work, held at Aspex Portsmouth on 27 October 2026 as part of Photo Fringe 2026. Visual artist Olufemi Olaiya discusses his practice and his latest work, Odyssey of Memory: Brick, Brass, Belonging. Portsmouth photographer Thaïs Verhasselt also gives a short talk on her artist book A Fare to Remember, opening the Turning the Tide programme. Booking is recommended, and the event suits anyone interested in photography and contemporary art.
Highlights
- Talk by visual artist Olufemi Olaiya on his latest work
- Opens the new Turning the Tide programme at Aspex
- Part of Photo Fringe 2026 in Portsmouth
Getting there
Aspex Portsmouth, PO1 3BF
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