A MAN who appeared on television show The Undateables is making his mark in the world of photography.

Ian Treherne, 38, from Rochford, was born partially deaf with limited vision from having Usher Syndrome, which causes progressive eyesight deterioration.

During his appearance on the show, he highlighted his work as a photographer and is now holding a solo exhibition, called Release, at the Fiumano Projects in Central London from February 15 until March 10.

He said: “I’ve always been fascinated by photography and have found it an incredible tool to capture the beauty of the world around me in spite of my sensory impairments, combining my creativity and disability.

“I recently took a two year break from photography due to eyesight deterioration, which I found very difficult to cope with. “My creative mission is to find my place in society in spite of my limited vision but I’ve never felt I fitted in as a person, let alone an artist, and have struggled to participate in the world around me.After years of hiding away my disability, this exhibition will be a celebration of opening up, vocalising and showcasing my visions through photography.

“Despite losing my eyesight slowly, I want to show society the beauty I see and the conundrum I live with. I hope Release helps gives a better understanding of what it’s like to have Usher Syndrome or sensory impairments.” Sense Deputy Chief Executive, Richard Kramer, whose national disability charity has provided support to Ian, said: “This exhibition is about celebrating Ian’s work as an incredibly talented photographer.

“We also know that the challenges facing people with dual sensory loss mean that people can feel withdrawn, depressed and isolated.

“Ian has shown bravery in how honest and open he has been about his struggle, and we hope this will give others in his position strength.

“I hope as many people as possible can make it down to the exhibition.”

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