Exhibition Review by Diane Sullivan

Bramley photographer Paul Abraham. Photo: Diane Sullivan

One Moment in Time – a photography exhibition by Paul Abraham – opened at the Mill Gallery in Bramley on Friday night.

The event was a celebration of Paul’s passion for photography, ability to inspire others and community spirit. It was a huge success.

Paul, an award-winning Bramley photographer, initially thought he might have oneof his photographs selected for display in The People’s Gallery.

He told WLD that he was delighted when he was invited to select 12 of his favourite photographs making this his very first public exhibition.

Paul said his exhibition is based on mindful photography and captures moments in time – “moments that we never get back,” added Paul. “A minute later and everything has changed.” One of Paul’s favourite photographs was taken in Roundhay Park and is of a girl sat on a bench looking at her mobile phone. The photograph is typical of Paul’s work and ability to capture every day moments, often from slightly different angles.

Lucy Morrison, curator at The Mill Gallery said the gallery, which opened in November 2024, received funding from the People’s Postcode Lottery to provide a space for local people to showcase their work.

“It is lovely to have a local resident exhibit their work,” she added.

Cllr Kevin Ritchie at the exhibition. Photo: Diane Sullivan

Councillor Kevin Ritchie (Lab, Bramley and Stanningley) also attended.

“It’s just what we need for the area and it’s great to be here tonight,” added Cllr Ritchie, whose own personal favourite photograph is one of a hare perfectly captured in the countryside.

Stephen Sloper admires the photos. Photo: Diane Sullivan

“The sunlight and shade in some of Paul’s work almost gives the impression of 3D,” Stephen Sloper, a retired Architectural Illustrator reflected as he closely looked at the detail captured by Paul in his work.

Jacob Davies, Performance Poet and Writer. Photo: Diane Sullivan

Jacob Davies, Performance Poet and Writer, described by Paul as “Poet Extraordinaire” toldWLD how Paul often takes photographs when he is performing on stage. “I really like thearty photos that Paul takes – they are the ones taken at the end of a gig.”

Jacob’s photo is a striking black and white close up that Paul included in his exhibition as another of his personal favourites.

Other visitors on the night shared that they thought it is great that there is an opportunityfor local artists to promote their work within the local community.

The exhibition will be open at The Mill Gallery between 1.00 pm and 6.00 pm on Friday19 and Friday, 26 September 2025.

Reframe: New Perspectives in Photography is also open on the 19 and 26 September. This exhibition brings together the work of photographers who are shifting how they see the world and reflects the diversity and dynamism of contemporary photography.

Many thanks to everyone who made the opening night such a resounding success and especially to Diane Sullivan for the wonderful review - PaulAbraham