2nd - 14th October 2025

The Art Academy, 185 Bankside, Park Street, London SE1 9BL

Facing the Future

An exhibition of 16 portraits of individuals whose lives have been affected by breast cancer by Paul Starns & Ruth Swain.

The exhibition highlights that breast cancer can affect anyone – men and women from all walks of life. It aims to tell their stories, celebrate their resilience, whilst raising awareness of and funds for Breast Cancer Now – the research and support charity.

Celebrating Resilience, Raising Awareness

The 16 portraits include both men and women who have received diagnoses, health care professionals who have dedicated their lives to researching and treating breast cancer and the loved ones of those diagnosed. Alongside each portrait will be their story told in their own words.

The Portraits

Meet the courageous individuals whose stories are at the heart of this exhibition.