Martin Parr Foundation mounts The Last Resort exhibition honoring photographer's legacy
An exhibition showcasing Martin Parr's series The Last Resort is being held at the Martin Parr Foundation in Bristol from 20 February to 24 May 2026. The acclaimed British documentary photographer passed away at his home in Bristol on 6 December 2025. This exhibition includes the entire collection of images from the original photobook, along with contact sheets and the Plaubel Makina 67 camera that captured the photos. Created by Parr's wife Susie and daughter Ellen, it embodies his sentiment that The Last Resort would be his inaugural project at "the Pearly Gates." This series was pivotal in establishing his international fame and came before his affiliation with Magnum Photo Agency. Additionally, the Foundation boasts over 5,000 prints and a library of 6,000 photobooks.
Key facts
- Martin Parr died on 6 December 2025 in Bristol
- The Last Resort exhibition runs 20 February - 24 May 2026 at Martin Parr Foundation, Bristol
- The series was photographed in New Brighton between 1983-1985
- Exhibition includes contact sheets, ephemera, and Parr's Plaubel Makina 67 camera
- Parr joined Magnum Photo Agency after The Last Resort gained international attention
- Martin Parr Foundation houses over 5,000 prints and 6,000 photobooks
- The exhibition marks the 40th anniversary of The Last Resort photobook and solo exhibition
- Parr's wife Susie and daughter Ellen suggested the exhibition concept
Entities
Artists
- Martin Parr
- Isaac Blease
- Tom Wood
- Emma Jacob
- Susie Parr
- Ellen Parr
Institutions
- Martin Parr Foundation
- Magnum Photo Agency
- Open Eye Gallery
- Aesthetica Magazine
Locations
- Bristol
- United Kingdom
- New Brighton
- Liverpool
- London
- Wallasey