Anna Gormley

Anna Gormley is a Lecturer in Photography at the University of Gloucestershire, where she teaches photographic theory, book making modules, professional practice, and supervises Level 6 Major Projects.

Her educational background includes:

• BA (Hons) Photography, University of Brighton
• MSc Social and Cultural Anthropology, UCL, London
• ESRC-funded PhD, JOMEC, Cardiff University

Her research explores the intersection of relationships in photographic production, particularly in humanitarian contexts. She investigates expanded photographic practices, framing migration, and activating images through audience participation to address ethical storytelling and challenge traditional authorship models. Current work focuses on visual representation of displaced communities at Calais and Dunkirk borders.

Her scientific awards and recognitions include:

• ESRC Doctoral Studentship
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

She has secured ESRC funding for her Photography and Migration border research project with Cardiff University, and Arts Council funding for collaborations with Magnum Photos and The British Museum including Magnum Live Lab. While specific advisees aren't listed, she mentors students through Level 6 Major Projects supervision.

Her collaborative projects involve international networks including MMPVA, Magnum Photos, and The British Museum, emphasizing community participation in image production processes to redefine photographic boundaries.