“When we speak of ‘shooting’ with a camera, we are acknowledging the kinship of photography and violence.” Teju Cole This visual essay...
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A series showcasing photographers who represent their communities through images and #ReClaim the narrative to dispel reductionist stereotypes that have dominated for so long.
A list of photographers and visual artists, all from South Asian countries, all defying the usual Orientalist tropes associated with South Asia. No further commentary, just check them out.
African photographers and visual artists, all defying the usual Orientalist tropes associated with Africa. Part of our #Reclaim the Narrative series.
A series showcasing photographers who represent their communities through images and #ReClaim the narrative to dispel reductionist stereotypes that have dominated for so long.
In episode seven, Zara and Yasmine talk to Ali and Zain Haider about the legacy of Edward Said and look at modern day travel photography through the lens of Orientalism. They discuss the ways in which ‘othering’ still takes place, and how well regarded photographers, intuitions and publications are still promoting that narrative. They also examine questions of identity and consent; and ‘self-Orientalisation’ among poc photographers and communities.
A collection of photos, dated 1899, that give us a brief insight into 19th century Algerian life.
