07/05/2026
If men had the menopause, it’d be ‘cured’ by now.
This provocative statement serves as the foundation for my new work-in-progress exhibition: Portraits of Perimenopause.
Perimenopause and menopause are not a disease or illness to be 'cured' but something to be researched, discussed and understood. However, instead it has been a site of profound systemic neglect, rendered invisible within our clinical, corporate, and social discourses. This "invisibility" is a direct result of the gender health gap and a "default male" bias in medical research that often leaves women’s lived experiences unrecorded and underserved.
The statistics are stark: in the UK, 1 in 10 women leave their jobs because of menopause symptoms. By using photography as an act of collaboration and co-authorship, this project seeks to humanise that data, moving the conversation from a silent, private struggle to a public health and economic priority.
I am thrilled to announce that this work will be shown as part of WonderGround Lincoln, a celebration of the city's vibrant culture and creativity.
Join the conversation:
Location: Liquorice Park, Lincoln
Date: 24th May
Time: 10am – 4pm
This exhibition is designed to be a safe space for dialogue and advocacy. I invite you to come along, see the progress of the portraits, and help ensure this transition receives the visibility and urgency it warrants.
For evidence-based information and support regarding perimenopause and menopause, I highly recommend visiting Menopause Support CIC and The Menopause Charity