Abstract

'Growing up in the New Age', published by Daylight Imprint NYC in 2013 is a substantial hardback 152pp artists monograph which comprises photographs, creative writing, archival photographs and critical essays.
The book ‘Growing up in the New Age’ takes the viewer on a journey from communes in the south of France, squatting in South London and ‘free school’ education to the many forays into all things ‘New Age’ set against the backdrop of social and political happenings of the era. The book through its muli-layered approach begins to suggest a new ‘Utopia’ an imaginary place akin to the childlike, psychedelic experiences of Alice in Wonderland, a magical but uncertain place fluctuating between a beautiful dream and a chilling nightmare.
'Growing up in the New Age' is published by Daylight who are dedicated to publishing art and photography via their book, magazine, and multimedia programs. By exploring the documentary mode along with the more conceptual concerns of fine-art, Daylight’s uniquely collectible publications work to revitalise the relationship between art, photography, and the world-at-large.