Pig Iron Works Launches Debut Publication "Handover" Linking London and Manchester Photographers

In 2024, photographers Fergus Riley and Finnegan Travers established Pig Iron Works, a publishing initiative that has just launched its inaugural book, "Handover," in collaboration with designers SM Studio. This book showcases the talents of 27 photographers from London and Manchester, organized into three sections: "Even Seeing a Rainbow in the City is Rare," "Lust and Laundry," and "The Fable." Its mission is to create community and connection through photography, addressing the gap between traditional darkroom techniques and digital displays. Travers noted the significance of tangible work, comparing the darkroom experience to "a church." The project also includes a website and an Instagram account to support the visibility of these works.