Photojournalism Hub Open ‘24
Photojournalism Hub Presents ‘POLARITY’ – A Documentary Photography Exhibition Exploring Global Polarisation.
“In the wake of a very polarised world, where nothing is certain, risking polarity means embracing the extremes. It challenges us to confront our differences and find clarity amidst the chaos. Polarisation seems to be behind or becoming the underlying cause of many conflicts and social issues of today, impacting global, national and local stability and peace, and impacting the lives of the most vulnerable people and economic places around the world.” – Cinzia D’Ambrosi
Photojournalism Hub is proud to present Polarity, a documentary photography exhibition showcasing selected works by photographers from around the world, responding to our Open Call on the theme of polarisation.
In an era increasingly defined by division, polarisation has become a powerful force driving social, political, and economic gap. From the ongoing war crimes in Ukraine and Gaza to escalating violence across Africa and deepening inequalities fueling conflict and division, our world faces profound challenges. Polarity brings together compelling visual narratives that confront these divisions, telling stories of resilience, resistance, and the human impact of conflict, inequality, and climate disasters.
At the heart of Polarity is the belief in the transformative power of photo documentary storytelling to amplify marginalised voices and humanise those often overlooked in global narratives. The selected photographs offer raw and powerful insights into the lives of those affected by injustices, shedding light on the complexities of our polarised world.
Polarity offers a space for reflection, dialogue, and a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our divided world today. Each image forms part of a broader photographic series that reflects, exposes, and bears witness to our shifting global landscape. As viewers, we are confronted with a vital question: In the face of such polarisation, where are we headed?
Polarity is curated by Cinzia D’Ambrosi, director and founder of the Photojournalism Hub.
Featured photographers are: Angelo Scelfo, Anna Maren, Ayan Das, Cinzia D’Ambrosi, Denise Felkin, Elisa Mazzucca, Ellie Švrlanská, Francesca Gabbiadini, Gašper Lešnik, Gianluca Colonnese, Justin Makangara, Mariusz Smiejek, Matteo Placucci, Nathaniel White-Steele, Racheal Tse, Rebecca Stella, Richard Zubelzu, Sabrina Merolla, Sloane Warren, Stuart Leech, Suzanne Valkenburg, Syreta Boost, Tommaso Stefanori.
The exhibition is accompanied by a Photobook fair showcasing photobooks and zines by contemporary photographers. The photobook fair is open daily from 11 am to 5 pm and during the Opening night from 5 pm to 9 pm.
We are very grateful and we express our heartfelt thanks for their support:
Sands End Arts & Community Centre
Studio Twenty7
Zelda Cheatle
Digital Lab
Press Inquiries: cinzia@photojournalismhub.org
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POLARITY
10-13 October
Opening: 10th October 5-8 pm at THE LODGE at Sands End Arts Centre and Community Centre, Peterborough Road, London SW6 3EZ
Continues 11th – 13th October 8:30 am – 5 pm
Be part of an International Exhibition showcasing Documentary Photography and Photojournalism. Photojournalism Hub Open welcomes submissions from new, emerging and established photographers, working in the documentary photography and photojournalism genre.
Our Call: In the wake of a very polarised world, where nothing is certain, risking polarity means embracing the extremes. It challenges us to confront our differences and find clarity amidst the chaos. Polarisation seems to be behind or becoming the underlying cause of many conflicts and social issues of today, impacting global, national and local stability and peace, and impacting the lives of the most vulnerable people and economic places around the world.
We are looking for photo stories that reflect, narrate, challenge, document, expose on the theme. Through understanding and dialogue, we can navigate the complexities of a polarised world and seek common ground.
Submit your entries by: 20th August 2024: admin@photojournalismhub.org
1st Stage
Please submit your entries, singles and stories by the 20th August 2024.
2nd Stage
Selected entries will be notified by the 25th of August.
Fee for selected entries:
£10 (single images)
£20 (series)
As this is our inaugural Annual Open Call, we would like to offer contributors a Photojournalism Hub Membership for the series entry which will grant unique access to Photojournalism Hub events and archives for a year.
Exhibition
The exhibition will take place on the 10th to the 13th of October 2024 at The Lodge, Sands End Community and Art Centre in London.
What will I gain?
– Exhibiting photographers images will be promoted across the social network partnerships, in a dedicated website page
– Exhibiting photographers images will have their work published in the exhibition photobook
– Participation and promotion in our Instagram exhibition focused residency
– Becoming a member of the Photojournalism Hub for a year (series entries) and access our Archives, discounted or free entry to our events and lots more!
Awards and Nominations
Three photographers will be Nominated for a portfolio reading with a with a world-renowned curator and gallerist Zelda Cheatle
PHOTOBOOK OPEN
