OPEN ECO: Kate Weybret, River Wife (2026)

In 2023, Bristol native Megan Ruth-Trump became the UK’s first “River Wife,” marrying the River Avon in a bold act of love, protest, and eco-art to raise awareness of river pollution. I joined the 2026 pilgrimage for the Avon, organised by the environmental group We Are Avon, and captured Meg, a key organiser, in a fleeting, intimate moment with her beloved river. The image reflects the deep, spiritual connection between humans and nature, blending activism with art. Here, Meg’s blissful immersion in the Avon’s waters becomes a symbol of resilience, reverence, and the urgent call to protect our vital ecosystems.

Kate Weybret (b. 1989, California, USA) is a British American photographer based in London. Her practice combines documentary and editorial photography to explore relationships between people, place, traditions, and the natural world. Through immersive, observational image making, she creates intimate narratives that examine memory, belonging, and the ways people connect with their environments. She holds a BA in Professional Photography and her work has been exhibited in the UK and internationally. Her current work focuses on environmental stewardship and women’s relationships with water.

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