In May I was really pleased commissioned to photograph the opening of Firstsite‘s latest exhibition, The Singh Twins: Slaves of Fashion. It was a fantastic evening and I highly recommend visiting the exhibition, which is open until 11 September 2022. I’ve already been twice and hope to visit again!
“Explore narratives around Empire, enslavement, conflict and luxury consumerism connected to the story of India’s historical trade in textiles, and the relevance of these issues in our world today, in this colourful and thought-provoking exhibition, from internationally acclaimed artists, The Singh Twins.” – Firstsite
It is incredible to see the research, inspiration and initial sketches that go into the final stunning, intricate light box artworks and satirical paintings.
“If you care about the environment and you care about human rights, then you should really care about what you put in your shopping basket too, and that’s partly what the message of Slaves of Fashion is about. But it’s equally about redressing neglected and hidden histories, showing how we are all connected through a shared colonial heritage and how our understanding of global narratives around Empire can help us to view ourselves and the world around us in a new light.” – The Singh Twins, 2022.
I’ve shared a few images below but visit Firstsite’s website to find out more about The Singh Twins: Slaves of Fashion
It is a magnificent exhibition with incredible artistry that truly makes us consider the human and environmental cost of luxury goods.
The Singh Twins: Slaves of Fashion is open until Sunday 11 September 2022
Firstsite
Lewis Gardens, High Street,
Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH
Website: firstsite.uk
Telephone: 01206 713 700
Email: info@firstsite.uk
All images: The Singh Twins: Slaves of Fashion opening at Firstsite, Colchester. Artworks © The Singh Twins, photograph by Jayne Lloyd.