Rhys•Campbell
Scotland-based Visual Artist & Photographer
Rhys Campbell, a Youth Worker and Visual Arts Worker living in the Scottish Highlands around Easter-ross.
Rhys is an Analogue and Digital Photographer, who works in the landscape, focusing on the small details and stories that the land can tell us.
Rhys is also a commercial Photographer and Artist with 10 years of experience working with people to tell their stories.
Most Recent Exhibitions
Shelters
Flow Photofest Wall
20th July - 13th Sept 25
“Shelters” is a documentary series of photographs that examines the visual parallels between World War II sea defences on the Moray and East Highland Coast and a unique, man-made driftwood structure previously located at the mouth of the River Spey
Tank Farm
Flow Photofest Wall
9th Dec 24 to 1st Feb 25
‘Tank Farm’ LVII Group Collective. This exhibition is a series of photographs from Shona Graham-Taylor, Rhys Campbell, Roddy McKenzie and Rory Troup documenting the Seabank Tank Farm in Invergordon.
My Journey
I'm Rhys Campbell, a Youth Worker and Visual Arts Worker based in the Scottish Highlands, specifically around Easter-Ross. I'm an Analogue and Digital Photographer, deeply invested in capturing the intricate details and stories hidden within the landscape. With over 10 years of experience, I also work commercially, collaborating with individuals to bring their unique narratives to life through photography and art.
My journey into visual arts began straight out of school, within Youth Work, where I started experimenting with digital photography, filmmaking, and live projection working with young people. This early experience ignited a passion for creative expression and collaborative learning.
My freelance career took an unexpected turn when I humorously called the Eden Court Theatre box office, asking for a 'Groger' – eventually connecting with Graeme Roger. My initial aim was just to borrow a camera for an amateur production. Yet, one camera, three days, and a completed film later, I was offered a Freelance Assistant role at Eden Court, teaching film classes to young people. This was a pivotal moment, solidifying my path in the arts.
The COVID-19 pandemic, like for many, forced a refocusing of energy. Photography on my daily walks became a profound passion, leading me to join The Inverness Darkroom soon after the lockdowns lifted. I'm now proud to sit on their committee, contributing to the vibrant local photography scene. Additionally, I'm an active member of two independent photography collectives, “LVII” and “Scottish Photographers Northern Cell,” both of which foster rich conversations about photographic practice and the broader Scottish photography landscape.