I am thrilled to invite you to celebrate the launch of my photobook and exhibition catalogue Homeland at Centrala, Birmingham, on Saturday, November 9th.
'Homeland' is the culmination of an 18-month journey as an artist-in-residence at Centrala, part of the “Post-Socialist Britain?” research project, a collaboration between Birmingham University and Nottingham Trent University, supported by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
During my residency, I had the privilege of connecting, mentoring, and collaborating with talented photographers to capture unique perspectives on the concept of home. This photobook features the work of artists Sylwia Ciszewska-Peciak (@sylwia_ciszewska_peciak), Yuxi Hou (@ciciyx_), Ismail Khokon (@ismaildiverse), Marcin Forys, and myself, exploring themes of migration, belonging, and memory.
We will mark this special launch event with “Breaking Borders,” a public gathering that is part of the Being Human Festival (@BeingHumanFest). This event commemorates two significant anniversaries: the fall of the Berlin Wall (1989) and the Eastern expansion of the European Union (2004).
As part of the celebration, current artist-in-residence Dr. Nela Milic will lead an interactive multimedia workshop, inviting participants to share their reflections on these historical events. Following this, I will introduce 'Homeland', exploration of migrant experiences in West Bromwich and Hyson Green. The evening will also feature an authentic Polish food experience for guests to enjoy!
To conclude, pianist Salome Chitaia (@SChitaia) will perform selected works by Chopin, including Waltz in A-flat Major, Op. 69,Barcarolle, Op. 60, and Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23.
I look forward to welcoming you to Centrala on November 9th!
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