Adrian Ensor, a distinguished master darkroom printer and photographer, has presented a number of acclaimed photographic exhibitions that highlight his expertise in fine art photography. Renowned for his commitment to traditional analogue processes, Ensor’s exhibitions reveal a deep sensitivity to form, texture, and tonal range—qualities that define his approach to photographic craftsmanship.
His work often explores subtle, contemplative subjects, brought to life through a careful balance of light and shadow. Each exhibition reflects a strong connection to the expressive possibilities of black-and-white photography, offering viewers a refined visual experience rooted in precision and aesthetic control.
Through his exhibitions, Ensor continues to demonstrate the enduring value of darkroom techniques in the realm of fine art. His prints, crafted with remarkable attention to detail, stand as both technical achievements and artistic statements—earning him recognition as one of the leading figures in contemporary analogue photography.
Adrian Ensor, a distinguished master darkroom printer and photographer, has presented several acclaimed photographic exhibitions that highlight his expertise in fine art photography. Renowned for his commitment to traditional analogue processes, Ensor’s exhibitions reveal a deep sensitivity to form, texture, and tonal range—qualities that define his approach to photographic craftsmanship. His work often explores subtle, contemplative subjects, brought to life through a careful balance of light and shadow. Each exhibition reflects a strong connection to the expressive possibilities of black‑and‑white photography, offering viewers a refined visual experience rooted in precision and aesthetic control. Through his exhibitions, Ensor continues to demonstrate the enduring value of darkroom techniques in the realm of fine art. His prints, crafted with remarkable attention to detail, stand as both technical achievements and artistic statements—earning him recognition as one of the leading figures in contemporary analogue photography.
Adrian Ensor: Master Printer’s Eye was exhibited at the Aperture UK, London
Listed below are Adrian’s exhibitions:
Ilford Gallery London June 1996
Sewerby Hall Yorkshire September 1997
Architectural Association London November 1999
Glasgow College of Art October 2000
The Photographers’ Gallery ‘Architectural Photography’ April 2003
Framers Gallery London July 2012
Royal Academy Summer Show 2013
The Framers Gallery London 2019
The Fitzrovia Chapel London 2021
This exhibition marked five decades of Adrian Ensor’s work in his Fitzrovia darkroom. The show included selected photographs spanning several thematic strands of his practice—his landscapes, architectural work, “Monumental London,” and new, unseen work such as the sculptural rock forms at Varengeville‑sur‑Mer, France.
The Aperture UK London 2022
When Ensor came across Varengeville-sur-Mer in North France, he fell in love with these rocks fallen from the cliff to the below beach. For him, those quirky-shaped rocks were the perfect objects to express contrast, texture, and the effect of light and shadow on, making the series a summarisation of his photographic work.
Photo Exhibition for the celebration of the 124th anniversary of the birth of Federico Garcia Lorca, 2022.
This exhibition was held in Fuente Vaqueros, at the Centro de Estudios Lorquianos, to coincide with the “5 a las 5” celebrations in honour of Lorca’s birthday.
St James Church Spanish Place September 2022
