Gideon Mendel
The photographer shooting the devastation of wildfires
In partnership with Evia Film Project — In Burning World, Gideon Mendel shoots the aftermath of catastrophic fires. Speaking after visiting the Evia Film Project, a developmental programme that took place on the eponymous Greek island, he explains why he chose to explore the climate crisis in such a way.
Written by: Huck
Unpacking the trauma of apartheid on film
Freedom or Death — Gideon Mendel made his name as one of South Africa’s leading ‘struggle photographers’, unflinchingly documenting the most brutal years of apartheid. Now, over 25 years later, he is revisiting the forgotten parts of his archive and unpacking the trauma he witnessed in his formative years.
Written by: Gideon Mendel
The Documentary Photography Issue VII: Home, reimagined
Out now! — ‘Home’ is both a physical and imagined space – a state and place of belonging. In our annual celebration of visual storytelling, join us as we spotlight the photographers capturing it in all of its wildly different guises.
Written by: Huck
The humanity of the AIDS crisis captured on film
The Ward — Photographer Gideon Mendel refused to fan the flames of prejudice that characterised the AIDS crisis, instead documenting the humanity he found on London's specialist wards.
Written by: Nick Thompson
Abandoned in the Jungle: What refugees in Calais left behind
Humanity in focus — Photographer Gideon Mendel has been documenting scenes of struggle around the world since the 1980s. His latest project looks to the Calais migrant camp, where he collected possessions left behind.
Written by: Sophie Church