Vicky Hodgson

Vicky Hodgson, a British photographer, brings a deeply personal perspective to her work. Referencing Jo Spence's photo theatre and other methodologies, she investigates the relationship between patriarchy, sexism and ageism to the stereotypical representation of the older female body. Her practice, which she describes as an activist voice, is a powerful tool in challenging the discrimination and social invisibility faced by older women. Her practice-based PhD, A Personal Performance of Ageing: Using Photography to Challenge the Social Construction of the Older Woman's Body, provides a rich theoretical context for her work, incorporating theories of ageing, sexism, power, and humour.