The Big Issue 20th Anniversary Exhibition "Hard Times" by Paul Wenham-Clarke

The Big Issue will be marking its 20th anniversary this year, and as part of the celebrations a landmark exhibition; “Hard Times”, by award-winning photographer, Paul Wenham-Clarke, will be running from 3 March – 30 June downstairs in the foyer at St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square.

Having exhibited nationally and internationally, Paul Wenham-Clarke recently received a gold award from the Association of Photographers for his work in “Hard Times”, and is currently a Senior Lecturer in Photography at The Arts University College of Bournemouth. Exploring the realities of homelessness in 21st century Britain, the body of work that forms this groundbreaking exhibition gives a rare insight into the day-to-day challenges, the aspirations and the backgrounds of a number of Big Issue vendors from across the U.K. The iconic St Martin-in-the-Fields providing the perfect context in which to reflect upon the progress made by this remarkable organisation, as it was from here that the Big Issue was initially launched in 1991. www.smitf.org ENTRANCE IS FREE ENDS For further information, please contact Lara McCullagh, Lara.McCullagh@bigissue.com, or call on 020 7526 3388 NOTES TO EDITORS St Martin-in-the-Fields is a welcoming, vibrant and forward-thinking community with worship at its heart. The St Martin’s pioneering work with homeless people dates back to the First World War when then vicar Dick Sheppard opened the doors of the church to soldiers leaving for and returning from the front. The Big Issue was launched on the steps of St Martin’s in September 1991. Work with homeless people continues today with the Connection at St Martin’s who provide specialist support for 200 homeless and vulnerable people every day and night. St Martin’s has over 20 church services and 6 concerts per week, the Café in the Crypt, Brass Rubbing, Exhibitions, Shop and spaces available to hire for events.

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