Soundings from the Estuary

The photographs articulate a sense of melancholy and abandonment which resonates in many areas of the estuary. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR

The images also reflect upon the estuary’s past. The river was a site of Roman invasion; it saw ships setting out for the New World; and returning from the Empire laden with booty. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR

More recently the threat of 20th century warfare added to the evidence of conflict in the form of architectural and military remains, which can still be found along the waterfront. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR

With the advent of the Thames Gateway project, a new identity for the estuary beckons as an outer zone of London. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR

Soundings From The Estuary incorporates work by artists Frank Watson, Germander Speedwell and Dave Lawrence using ambient and spoken word pieces, photographs and video to evoke an overlooked and disappearing landscape that is unique. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR

The month-long exhibition includes a talk on the estuary, and audio on avian activity and evocative ship names. Photograph: Frank Watson/PR