James Barnor: Honouring the People Who Shaped His Remarkable Life
It was an absolute honour to attend James Barnor’s exhibition at the October Gallery. Witnessing such an inspirational…
Artists
British Black Music Month 2026 Recommended Book: ‘Black Music In Britain Vol. 2: Children Of The Ghetto’ (Kevin Le Gendre; Peepal Tree)
British Black Music Month 2026 Recommended Book: ‘Black Music In Britain Vol. 2: Children Of The Ghetto’ (Kevin…
WATCH: Stormzy — A Modern Icon of Black British Britain
On a warm summer evening in 2019, Stormzy walked onto the Glastonbury Pyramid Stage wearing a stab-proof vest…
Lubaina Himid – The Artist Breaking Barriers in Contemporary Art
Lubaina Himid is a name that resonates powerfully in the world of contemporary art. As a pioneering figure…
Travis Alabanza: A Revolutionary Voice in Performance Art and Advocacy
Travis Alabanza, a non-binary British artist, has emerged as a significant voice in the realms of performance art,…
The Caribbean Artists Movement (CAM): Revolutionising Art and Identity
In the world of the 1960s, where societies grappled with rapid changes and new identities were being forged,…
Lynette Yiadom-Boakye: Brushstrokes of Humanity & Beacon of Black Artistic Brilliance
Every brushstroke in the oeuvre of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye sings a song of boundless humanity and poignant narratives. As…
Yinka Shonibare – The Artist Celebrating African Culture and Identity
Yinka Shonibare is a visual artist who has gained international recognition for his vibrant and thought-provoking works of…
