One of the most-anticipated global gallery events of the year is dedicating its entire exhibition, ‘Human Stories’ to South African photographers!
London, United Kingdom (04 August, 2023) — Across the world, cultures intersect, inspire and enchant one another. So, it only makes sense that this year’s ‘Human Stories’ series by NOW Gallery in London is dedicating its 2023 event to one of the most culturally rich places on Earth—South Africa through the lenses of South African photographers.
As one of the most exciting exhibitions of its kind worldwide, Human Stories has become a highly anticipated event showcasing the names to know in the world of photography, and we couldn’t be more proud to see South Africa’s up-and-coming in the spotlight, together for the ‘Young South Africa’ exhibition.
From October to November, six South African photographers will take the gallery’s centre stage; each documenting the culture they have experienced in South Africa through visual tellings.
South African Photographers in the Spotlight
The exhibition is spotlighting artists who capture ‘creative empowerment’; which is something worth fighting for and worth getting excited about! Despite all the challenges we face as South Africa, creativity continues to grow through the cracks, enriching all of us locals (and global onlookers) in return.
Each of the photographers will bring a different perspective to the exhibition; from Anita Hlazo’s Nganga through a fashion lens to Joburg’s Nikki Zakkas who narrates her work uniquely through her subject’s cultural riches.
Then there’s Aart Verrips and the idea of the Rainbow Nation reimagined through different forms of self-expression.
“’We are thrilled to feature exceptional South African talent in sharing their creativity through lived experiences. The show will reflects a fresh creative agency that embodies the evocative music culture, distinct sense of identity, and political articulation of the young people of South Africa.”—Kaia Charles, curator.
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