Join us at Belfast Exposed for a fascinating conversation with artist Rosy Martin, exploring her exhibition Act of Becoming and four decades of powerful, personal and thought-provoking artistic practice. Through photography, performance and re-enactment, Rosy explores the complexities of identity, memory, grief, loss and the experience of ageing. Her work challenges society’s expectations of women, questions the stigma surrounding older bodies, and encourages us to look at ourselves with greater acceptance and compassion.

In this interview, Rosy shares the stories behind some of her most personal works, including her exploration of ageing and body image, the emotional impact of caring for her mother through dementia, and the ways art can help us process grief and loss. She also reflects on the influence of family photographs, childhood memories and her collaborations with fellow artist Jo Spence. Rosy discusses the importance of challenging ageism and the negative language often used to describe older women, reminding us that women can remain powerful, creative, sexual and full of life at any age. Her work is honest, moving and sometimes humorous, inviting us to reconsider the stories we tell about ourselves and others.

We also hear about the significance of Belfast Exposed in bringing this remarkable exhibition to audiences and creating space for challenging conversations through photography and contemporary art. Act of Becoming offers a compelling reflection on what it means to grow older, to remember, to grieve and ultimately to embrace who we are.