A Celebration of Demonstration – Wells Cathedral

Black Lives Matter – a new photographic exhibition at Wells Cathedral.

Black Lives Matter protests documented by photographers opens at Wells Cathedral

A Celebration of Demonstration opens at Wells Cathedral next week that features images from Black Lives Matter protests through the lens of three photographers.

The exhibition includes work by London-based photographer, designer, filmmaker, and activist Wayne Campbell and Somerset photographers Jason Bryant and Len Copland.

A Celebration of Demonstration opens on 3 February til 1 March and is part of a wider programme entitled Resistance, Racial Justice and Reconciliation, organised by the cathedral in partnership with the Somerset African Caribbean Network.

The Very Revd Toby Wright, Dean of Wells, said:

“Our vision is to create spaces where everyone feels valued and fully part of the life of the Church.

“We are committed to seeking social justice and amplifying voices that are often less heard.”

The photographer, Wayne Campbell will speak at the exhibition’s preview event on Monday (2 Feb) and will be joined by Richard Reddie, director of justice and inclusion for Churches Together in Britain and Ireland.

Mr Campbell said:

“In the 1960s, black people were not asking for more rights, or equal rights, just civil rights.60 years later, those questions are still being asked.”

Other events planned at the cathedral include a special racial justice service on Sunday, February 8 and the cathedral will host an evening of talks on 25 February exploring the legacy of transatlantic slavery and reparative action. Speakers include John Dower, a reparations campaigner and co-founder of Heirs of Slavery.

Full listings for the Resistance, Racial Justice and Reconciliation programme can be found on the Wells Cathedral website here.

Photo credit – I Refuse to be Silent – Credit Wayne Campbell