Here and Now - Black History Month Photography Exhibition

Location
192-196 Hanbury Street, Brady Arts Centre, London E1 5HU
Category
Black History Month, Free to attend, Galleries and exhibitions
Date(s)
Friday 6th (09:00) - Saturday 28th October 2023 (19:00)
Description
Olufemi Olaiya

Alternative Arts presents an exhibition of images by black British photographers. The diverse images explore a wide range of contemporary topics. All are inspired by African and Caribbean culture in London. See a depiction of unknown fishermen in Lagos. Look at memories of a mixed race childhood and Nigerian cuisine. Some work also mirrors the rich tapestry of Somali experiences. Interweaving narratives and social celebrations are on display.

Open Monday - Friday 9am - 7pm, Saturday 10am -  4pm PREVIEW Thursday 5 October  6 - 8pm.  All welcome.

Photographers include:-

 Asiko, Fatima Ali, Rio Blake, Samantha Brown, Raymond Daley, Tzion Essel, Taishan Henry, Tanesha Lewis, Trisha McCauley, Mohamed Mohamud, Olufemi Olaiya, Nicholas Olawunmi, Keleenna Onyeaka, Stefan Pyne 

 Curated by Sarah Ainslie & Maggie Pinhorn

The exhibition will also be launched online at www.alternativearts.org.uk

Supported by Alternative Arts and Tower Hamlets Council