Culture
The story behind grills and their pioneer, Famous Eddie
Mouth Full of Golds — Writer and filmmaker Lyle Lindgren discusses his new book recounting the forgotten story of Eddie Plein, an entrepreneur who changed the face of hip-hop – one gold tooth at a time.
Written by: Daisy Schofield
Documenting the unsung heroes of the Civil Right’s Era
Eyes on the Prize — A 1987 film recently made available to stream chronicles the fight to end decades of discrimination from the point of view of the ordinary people whose actions launched a movement that changed the fabric of American life.
Written by: Miss Rosen
The searing portraiture of Donald Graham
One of a Kind — The photographer reflects on his three-decade-long career spent collaborating with his subjects – from ordinary people to the likes of Snoop Dogg and Lenny Kravitz – to capture their inner worlds.
Written by: Miss Rosen
The digital archive unearthing queer Arab history
This is Takweer — Lebanese artist and designer Marwan Kaabour discusses his new Instagram account devoted to documenting LGBTQ+ narratives in Arab history and popular culture, which have all too often been cast aside.
Written by: Iman El Kafrawi
Photos showing a different side to skinhead culture today
Boots and braces — Photographer Owen Harvey discusses his project spotlighting young anti-fascist skinheads, who are countering the dominant narrative around a widely misunderstood subculture.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Idyllic photos of Bristol’s allotments over lockdown
Growing spaces — Photographer Chris Hoare discusses his latest project documenting Bristol’s allotments, which over lockdown, saw a surge in interest among people seeking out solace and community spirit.
Written by: Huck
Photos capturing overlooked lives in rural Uzbekistan
Hidden stories — Photographer Hassan Kurbanbaev discusses his series documenting the Central Asian country, which aims to shed light on ordinary Uzbeks and to preserve something of the nation‘s rich history.
Written by: Diyora Shadijanova
A vibrant document of life along Brick Lane in the ‘70s
Hustle and bustle — Photographer Fran May remembers capturing the market sellers, customers and passers-by inhabiting the East London street, preserving the legacy of an area threatened by gentrification.
Written by: Huck
An alternative guide to London’s rich queer legacy
Story of survival — Alim Kheraj discusses his new book celebrating the capital’s vibrant LGBTQ+ scene and the patchwork of bars, clubs, shops, Pride events, saunas and sex shops that have catered to the queer community – both past and present.
Written by: Jack King
The hard won secrets of street photography
‘Shoot first, think later‘ — Photographer Matt Stuart discusses his purist and uniquely playful approach to image-making as a guide for anyone interested in documenting their world.
Written by: Miss Rosen