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Vintage scenes of suburban America in the 1970s
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Vintage scenes of suburban America in the 1970s

Family life — Bill Owens discusses his project documenting his neighbourhood which sought to create an in-depth portrait that went beyond the shallow, dismissive tropes of suburbia.

Written by: Miss Rosen

The art director pushing the limits of design
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The art director pushing the limits of design

In partnership with Adobe Creator Collective — Creator Stories is a series in support of the Adobe Creator Collective, a new collaborative hub intended to inspire others. In the latest interview, Sergio del Puerto shares his commitment to constant evolution.

Written by: Huck

Poetic photos of an East London neighbourhood
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Poetic photos of an East London neighbourhood

Clapton on film — Mico Toledo’s latest project saw the photographer roaming the streets of Clapton, capturing its diverse residents and moments of quiet beauty.

Written by: Camilla Patini

WAWWA are a sustainable brand doing things differently
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WAWWA are a sustainable brand doing things differently

In partnership with WAWWA — The Manchester-based clothing company are industry outsiders and proud. We caught up with their co-founder to learn more about the mission.

Written by: Huck

Graciela Iturbide’s surreal documentary photography
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Graciela Iturbide’s surreal documentary photography

Echoes and sediments — The Mexican artist – whose images blended surrealism, abstraction, and the social themes of urbanisation and globalisation – is only just now receiving her due for revolutionising the medium.

Written by: Miss Rosen

‘I’m willing to take the repercussions for my music‘
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‘I’m willing to take the repercussions for my music‘

Obongjayar in conversation — As he gears up to release his debut album next year, the Nigerian-born, London-based musician talks refusing to be boxed in and tackling politics head on.

Written by: Max Pilley

A queer archive of Northern England in the ‘90s
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A queer archive of Northern England in the ‘90s

Out & About — Photographer Stuart Linden Rhodes recalls capturing the North’s diverse LGBTQ+ clubbing scene, and the vibrant characters who filled the dance floors.

Written by: Patrick Sproull

The 14-year-old who made an album with The Flaming Lips
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The 14-year-old who made an album with The Flaming Lips

Meet Nell Smith — The teenager reflects on the remarkable turn of events that led her to record an album remotely with the iconic rock bad during the pandemic.

Written by: Max Pilley

A photographer’s touching tribute to County Mayo
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A photographer’s touching tribute to County Mayo

Irish Work — A new book brings together photos by Tom Wood taken over a period of over nearly 50 years, centring the photographer’s often-fraught lifelong relationship with Ireland.

Written by: Megan Wallace

‘Black artists need to learn how to empower themselves‘
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‘Black artists need to learn how to empower themselves‘

Mick Jenkins in conversation — Following the recent release of his third studio album, the rapper talks about the influences that have shaped his sound so far and making music that connects with the average listener.

Written by: Thomas Hobbs

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