The Museum of Youth Culture and Palace videographer Jack Brooks are proud to present ‘Trigger Happy,’ an exclusive two-day archive Polaroid exhibition at Meanwhile Studio, 4 Flitcroft Street, WC2H 8DJ. Open to the public from Friday, July 5th to Saturday, July 6th, the exhibit marries Jack’s Polaroid series and Museum of Youth Culture archival materials to uncover the hidden magic in those unplanned moments of one of London’s skateboard communities.
‘Trigger Happy’ is Jack Brooks’ love letter to the nuances of human experience, a celebration of imperfections and the spontaneous magic found in the unplanned that become the main event. Supported by Polaroid, this exhibit captures the authentic, (un)happy accidents of instant photography shot on Polaroid film.
Jack Brooks, a renowned documentarian with over a decade of experience capturing the life and times of the Palace skateboarding community, presents a captivating collection of Polaroid images captured over the last year alongside his humorous and thrilling stories. Integrating Polaroid photography into his videographic practice, Jack’s work highlights the raw, unedited charm of the skateboarding subculture, capturing the beauty in its flaws and unpredictability.
“In skateboarding and in life, it’s the unexpected moments that truly stand out. ‘Trigger Happy’ is about embracing those moments, and I’m excited to share this with everyone.” — Jack Brooks
In collaboration with the Museum of Youth Culture, which celebrates a century of teenage life in Britain, the two powerhouses are creating an immersive experience that invites people to explore their most meaningful unplanned moments. The Museum of Youth Culture will exhibit images from its archive representing (un)happy moments, perfectly aligned with the theme of ‘Trigger Happy.’ Jack Brooks’ work, capturing these moments with his community, will be preserved in the Museum’s archive for future generations.
Visitors are encouraged to bring their own Polaroid photos, cameras, skateboards, and memorabilia to be taken into the museum’s archive.
Exhibition Details:
- Dates: July 5th – July 6th
- Venue: Meanwhile Studio, 4 Flitcroft Street, WC2H 8DJ
- Opening Hours:
- July 5th: 12 PM – 6 PM
- July 6th: 12 PM – 5 PM
Free for visitors to drop in, you can also sign-up for free tickets HERE
For more information, visit Polaroid or Museum of Youth Culture.
