Stephen Bull

Stephen Bull is a Senior Lecturer in Photography at the University of Brighton, within the School of Art and Media. He combines academic writing with artistic practice, focusing on photography's cultural and social dimensions. His research explores celebrity, media, and art history, culminating in publications like Photography (2010) and A Companion to Photography (2020). He previously led photography courses at the University of Portsmouth (2004–2009) and University for the Creative Arts Farnham (2010–2013).

Education:

• Master of Photography, University for the Creative Arts (1995–1998)
• Bachelor of Photography, University for the Creative Arts (1992–1995)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PgCLTHE), University of Portsmouth (2004–2006)

Research Interests: Bull’s work interrogates photography’s role in celebrity culture, urban imagery, and cultural theory. His exhibitions at venues like Tate Britain and the International Festival of Photography in China highlight his dual academic and artistic identity. Recent projects include Photography and Celebrity (forthcoming 2024) and keynote contributions to conferences like Visualising Changing Realities in the Age of Social Media (2019).

Professional Contributions: He has organized courses at Tate Modern and created the live event series Desert Island Pics. His external role as a Nominating Member of the Deutsche Börse Foundation Photography Prize Academy reflects his influence in the field.