‘Expanding Light’ by Ellen Barratt
Free Exhibition



'Expanding Light' by Ellen Barrett in collaboration with Art Curatorial Nomads
The exhibition ‘Expanding Light’ will feature a site-specific light installation, conceived in direct response to the unique architectural and atmospheric qualities of the space. Ellen’s work is inherently immersive, using light not only as a medium but as a material to engage with the interplay of visible and invisible forces—light, shadow, and their delicate transition between. This installation continues her exploration of the hidden structures beneath the surface, using ethereal light to draw attention to the subtleties of spatial experience. Reflecting her multidisciplinary approach, the work resonates with its surroundings through careful consideration of placement, time, and environment. This work will exist in the convergence of analogue and digital realms.
The exhibition will be on display from 21st July-31st July.
Artist Bio
Ellen Barratt is a Manchester-based artist who earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Chelsea College of Art in 2018, following a Foundation Diploma in Fine Art from Manchester School of Art. Her work explores the relationship between light, space, and perception through a variety of mediums, including photography and immersive installations. Barratt’s practice has been featured in numerous exhibitions, including “Repetition” at Burton & South Derbyshire College (2024), “Now & Then” at the Dark Peak Photo Festival (2024), and “In Nihilum” at The Swiss Church, London (2020). Her work has also been showcased internationally, with exhibitions and workshops in Paris, Finland and across the UK.