October 2017  |  Jubilee Library

We produced and co-curated the Ashé visual art exhibtion by artist Lester Mccollin Springer (AKA springercuba).

Lester was born in Cuba and is now living in the UK. He is a professional visual artist and a member of the prestigious UNEAC 

(National Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba). 

Lester's art is mainly figurative, very symbolic and is regarded as an embodiment of Cuban black history, culture and resistance. He pays tribute to his Afro-Caribbean heritage and to the African Diaspora. He uses colours and textures to paint human beings, their emotions and quest for inner truth, exploring culture and values such as equality, freedom and justice through his experiences. 

Ashé was co-curated with Paola Brambilla

Developed and produced by the young people in our nu:generation team, Soul of Brighton featured live music and spoken word presented by some of the city's amazing uptapped talent

May/June 2017  |  Jubilee Library

The focus of the third edition in the INEXTRICABLE series was India’s 70th Anniversary of Independence - celebrated with an exhibition of iconic imagery from the classic Indian film Mother India. Directed by the great Mebhoob Khan, the film has gained cult status resonating with audiences all over the world; transcending cinema to being recognized as a genuine cultural, social and artistic landmark. 

This stunning exhibition was produced in collaboration with Kala Phool, whose MI21 project pays homage to the original film through a stripped down 45 minute silent version accompanied by a live electronic and classical music soundtrack.  

October 2016  |  Churchill Square

Due to the success of the first INEXTRICABLE exhibition, the project was extended to run throughout the Brighton Photo Fringe Biennial and featured a pop up installation on the heart of Brighton town centre.  

Photographers: 

Amrita Chandradas, David Churchill, Gil Mualem-Doron, Jenni Lewin-Turner, Jodi Bennett, Judith Ricketts, Martina Pilé Zahles, Ray Gibson, RO Lewin, Sarah Harris, Shahazhan Choudhury, Selina Román, Dr Shawn Sobers & Yvonne Foster

Sept 2016  |  Jubilee Library

As the UK readies itself for it's 'conscious uncoupling' from a long-term partner, the INEXTRICABLE exhibition creatively reflects on notions of union, interdependency, separation, identity and freedom through a range of different lenses; including 

those of former British territories and other colonised, occupied or 

annexed regions across the globe.

The artists and/or the themes of their creative contributions represent different parts of the world including the UK, Europe, America, Africa, 

South East Asia, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific.

ARTISTS:

Amrita Chandradas, Ann Rudder, Christos Gavriel, Gil Mualem Doron, Jenni Lewin-Turner, Josef Cabey, Raphael Kessler, Raymond Maughan, Selina Román, Shawn Sobers, Sri McKinnon & Vian Roos

May 2012  |  Hove Town Hall

As part of Brighton Fringe, Rocksteady Tea Party was a family celebration of Caribbean influence in Music, Film, Dance, Photography and Spoken Word, marking Jamaica & Trinidad's 50th Anniversary of Independence. The event was a unique cultural fusion of a traditional British Tea Dance with a pulsating reggae beat, featuring exhibitions, performances and 'pop-up' showcases. Featured artists included; Zena Edwards Michael McMillan, Prince Fatty, Hollie Cook, Horseman MC, Sly & Reggie Middle Class Sound System, Khadijatou Doyneh, plus an exclusive screening of the Menelik Shabazz Film "The Story of Lovers Rock".

July 2012  |  Fort de France Festival

Roots & Wings was an international touring photography exhibition that involved over 80 artists.

• The project was launched with a 2-week show at the Hawth in Crawley (UK) featuring 24 artists representing the UK and Caribbean. 
• The Barbados exhibition featured 38 exhibiting artists plus a further 30 artists on film.
• 4 UK Roots & Wings representatives were invited to attend a cultural exchange in Jamaica as a professional development opportunity and to present their work, participate in the Landscapes II exhibition, extend their networks and to share ideas and experiences.
• Roots & Wings artists and workshop participants also featured in other UK 2012 exhibitions and events including Rocksteady Tea Party, Brighton Photo Fringe Biennial and Black History Month.

April 2012  | Queens Park  | Bridgetown

Roots & Wings was an international touring photography exhibition that involved over 80 artists.

• The project was launched with a 2-week show at the Hawth in Crawley (UK) featuring 24 artists representing the UK and Caribbean. 
• The Barbados exhibition featured 38 exhibiting artists plus a further 30 artists on film.
• 4 UK Roots & Wings representatives were invited to attend a cultural exchange in Jamaica as a professional development opportunity and to present their work, participate in the Landscapes II exhibition, extend their networks and to share ideas and experiences.
• Roots & Wings artists and workshop participants also featured in other UK 2012 exhibitions and events including Rocksteady Tea Party, Brighton Photo Fringe Biennial and Black History Month.

February 2012  |  The Hawth  |  Crawley 

Roots & Wings was an international touring photography exhibition that involved over 80 artists.

• The project was launched with a 2-week show at the Hawth in Crawley (UK) featuring 24 artists representing the UK and Caribbean. 
• The Barbados exhibition featured 38 exhibiting artists plus a further 30 artists on film.
• 4 UK Roots & Wings representatives were invited to attend a cultural exchange in Jamaica as a professional development opportunity and to present their work, participate in the Landscapes II exhibition, extend their networks and to share ideas and experiences.
• Roots & Wings artists and workshop participants also featured in other UK 2012 exhibitions and events including Rocksteady Tea Party, Brighton Photo Fringe Biennial and Black History Month.