For me, this involves taking ownership of how we see ourselves, especially through works of art (photography, writing, painting, music, etc). It’s about reclaiming how we choose to be identified, seen and related to.
Read MoreThe term Black gaze signifies to me that I’m unapologetically Black… When one learns the Black gaze for themselves, they’re purposely allowing their presence to be seen, heard and challenged, with or without prejudice.
Read MoreThe Martin Parr Foundation is offering an emerging UK-based curator a unique opportunity to present a photographic project.
Read MoreTo me the Black gaze is when people are surprised and/or shocked I’m not a wedding photographer.
Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong being a wedding photographer but all Black photographers aren’t.
Read MoreThe Black Gaze means looking at Black subjects with kindness, empathy and nuance. It means that as Black people we can be seen as we truly are and not with preconceived notions of who we are. It’s important because images are powerful.
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