What is a river? This superficially simplistic question led Jem Southam, one of the UK’s most respected photographers, down a three-year investigation of the River Exe.

Jem has produced exciting new work observing and documenting the body of water running from Exmoor in the north through Exeter to the Exe Estuary. Part of Jem's photographic practice involves revisiting sites over long periods of time to capture changes of seasons, atmospheric conditions and effects of time.

This body of work explores elements of the River Exe’s extensive network of streams, confluences and the estuary, creating a series of photographs that explore the river. The exhibition includes large prints, revealing a minutiae of information and detail. These views are contrasted with intimate 8 x 10” contact prints of Dartmoor Streams, produced by the traditional analogue method. Free admission, open daily 10am-5.30pm until 4 November.

There will be an illustrated talk by Jem Southam on Thursday 18 October at 6.30pm. Tickets £7 (£5)