Sarah Callow, University College Isle of Man’s (UCM) Creative Media Technician, is flying the flag for Manx photography, as her work has been featured in an international photography book and several exhibitions in the UK.
‘Food Stories’, a contemporary photobook that explores the cultural and emotional connections we have with food, has published one of Sarah’s photos.
Additionally, the Sea Front Gallery in Sussex has included Sarah’s work in their exhibition ‘Return To The Sea’, which focuses on coastal landscapes and the intersection of nature and human intervention. This will run until 12th October 2025.
In the new year, Sarah’s photography will also feature ‘The Cambridge Open 2025’ at the ARB Building at Cambridge University. This exhibition will run from 13 January to 21 March 2025, bringing together an internationally selection of curated work to promote the future of photography through diverse and creative imagery.
These recent achievements are the latest in a series of successful exhibitions and publications that have solidified Sarah’s reputation as a talented and creative Manx photographer, with a keen eye for how urban landscapes and human experiences come together.
A former Isle of Man College alumni herself, Sarah also has a Masters in Film and Media Production from Sheffield Hallam University. She has worked at UCM for more than a decade in her current role as the media technician, supporting creative media courses.
Sarah said: “I've always wanted to be creative. Within my photography I look for things that might be unseen or overlooked by most people and try to frame those moments in a way that will illustrate aspects of beauty.
“It’s exciting to have my work featured in ‘Food Stories’. This book represents a fascinating exploration of how food connects us, and I'm honoured to contribute my photography to such a meaningful collection. It's rewarding to see how my passion has led to opportunities like this, and I’m grateful for the continued support of UCM and the local creative industry.”
UCM’s Principal, Jesamine Kelly, added: “We’re incredibly proud of all our staff at UCM; we’re very fortunate to have such a talented pool of academic and support staff who make a big difference to the experience of our students. It’s fantastic to see the level of technical expertise and creative passion that Sarah brings to her role, and I’m sure that seeing members of staff gaining international recognition will be a huge source of inspiration for our students.”
In addition to her recent successes, Sarah is an active participant in national and international photography exhibitions, having previously been displayed locally at the Erin Arts Centre and in a large scale international exhibition at Saint Gilles Croix de Vie in France. She has also been featured in two other photography books: ‘Poetry’ and ‘Everyday Delight’ published by the Shutter Hub.
Some examples of Sarah's work:
