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Dawoud Bey turns his lens toward landscapes that hold Black history
Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
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If you don’t know Dawoud Bey’s name, chances are you’ve seen his work. One of the most influential photographers working today, Dawoud rose to prominence through his powerful portraits of Black Americans and young people. In 2017, he shifted his focus from portraiture to landscape photography, exploring the history and legacy of African Americans in the Southern United States. Ahead of his new solo exhibit at the Art Gallery of Ontario, Dawoud joins Q guest host Garvia Bailey to talk about his artistic practice, his fascination with history, and the stories embedded in the landscapes he photographs.