Architectural Association School of Architecture

Photograph by Paolo Rosselli, Tokyo 2007

LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT
Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre In Conversation with Paolo Rosselli
Followed by Gallery Talks led by Ana Araujo and Catalina Mejia

Contemporary Architectural Photography
25 February, 2.00
Lecture Hall

Due to demand this event has now been moved from the New Soft Room to the larger Lecture Hall.

In conjunction with the AA Gallery exhibition on Lina Bo Bardi and Gio Ponti, AA Membership is hosting a special event in the Lecture Hall. Paolo Rosselli, the celebrated Italian photographer and architect, will join award-winning Spanish photographer Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre in conversation to discuss contemporary architectural photography.

Rosselli, author of Sandwich Digitale and grandson of Gio Ponti, will talk in-depth about his own work and theories along with photographer, former Goldsmiths lecturer and photojournalist, Bujedo Aguirre who was recently specially comissioned by the AA to photograph the works of Lina Bo Bardi.

Following the talk co-curators of Lina & Gio and The Works of Lina Bo Bardi, Ana Araujo and Catalina Mejia, will lead a tour of the exhibitions in the Gallery and Front Members' Room.

This event is open to the public with priority given to AA members. Complimentary refreshments will be available.

To register your interest please email events@aaschool.ac.uk

Image: Sesc Pompeia community centre by Lina Bo Bardi (São Paulo), photographed by Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre

Paolo Rosselli Biography
Graduating with a degree in architecture from Milan Polytechnic in 1977 Paolo Rosselli first began his career in Architectural photography under the guidance of art historian Arturo Schwarz, documenting temples throughout India. Since then his approach to architecture through photography has seen him focus on contemporary architecture, such as his work with quarterly magazine Lotus, and, on modern architects such as Giuseppe Terragni. Rosselli has exhibited works at the XLV Venice Biennial (1993, 2004 and 2006 respectively) and has lectured in photography at both Milan Polytechnic and Goldsmiths University. With a back catalogue of over 20 books published Rosselli’s most recent work is Sandwich Digitale, (2009 Quodlibet). He is currently working on a photographic and written project documenting the transforming world of India. Rosselli lives and works in Milan.

Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre Biography
With a degree in social sciences and journalism Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre worked as a photojournalist for a newspaper in the south of Spain before moving to London in 1995. He obtained an MA in Photography from Goldsmiths College where he later taught as a visiting tutor. His work in architectural photography began in 1997 working for architectural firms, designers, magazines, newspapers and publishing companies as well as interning at Magnum Photos. In 2002 and 2003 Iñigo was shortlisted for the PHotoEspaña Descubrimientos Award. He has contributed to the Architectural Association photo library. A list of shows where his work has been exhibited can be found on his website listed below. Based in Barcelona, Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre works as a freelance architectural photographer whilst also exploring his passion for documentary photography. He regularly gives talks and workshops.

WEBLINKS
Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre www.inigobujedo.com
Paolo Rosselli www.paolorosselli.com

Image: University of the Arts Central Saint Martins by Stanon Williams, photographed by (c) Hufton + Crow

King's Cross regeneration tour with architect Benedict O'Looney

9 March, 9-1
Cost £12 for AA Members, £15 for non-Members

Architect Benedict O'Looney will lead a tour of the King's Cross Regeneration area that is undergoing significant redevelopment. Joining the tour associate architect Jonathon Broughton will give an in-depth talk on the Allies and Morisson masterplanning of the King's Cross site. In addition to this Stanton Williams architect Richard Wardle will lead a tour through CSM. Richard is the associate responsible for the new campus for the University of the Arts London for Central Saint Martins, where 40,000m2 of studio, teaching, performance and public space has been created within the historic King's Cross Goods Yard.

To book a place email events@aaschool.ac.uk or call 02078874034.

White Cube Bermondsey

Newly completed, the White Cube Bermondsey is the largest of the gallery's three London sites, providing more than 5440 m2 (58,000 sq ft) of interior space on a site of 1.7 acres (74,300 sq ft). The building dates from the 1970s and was primarily used as a warehouse before the current refurbishment.

White Cube Bermondsey has been designed by former AA tutors Marianne Mueller and Olaf Kneer of Casper Mueller Kneer Architects, who are based in London and Berlin. The building has been altered to include three principal exhibition spaces, substantial warehousing, private viewing rooms, an auditorium and a bookshop.

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26/4/12
AA alumni reunion dinner, class of 1960
Evening Event

28/4/12
Bluebell season at Hooke Park
Saturday Day Trip

Late May 2012 date tbc
Trip to Madrid for Members with AAIS
Weekend event

22/6/12
AA Projects Review
Exhibition opening

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