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The first exhibition of these remarkable portraits capturing the rich style and joyous spirit of Lagos in the 1970s
Spirit of Lagos unearths the story of Abi Morocco Photos, one of the most vibrant photographic studios operating in Lagos. The studio’s remarkable black-and-white portraits celebrate the rich style and joyous spirit of a generation of Lagosians during a transformative period in Nigeria’s history.
Bringing your class to Autograph to see the exhibition? Download our exhibition classroom guide to support your students' learning before, during and after their visit. The resource contains prompts, discussion points and ways to engage with the artwork and themes in the exhibition. Some activities take place at the gallery, and Autograph is able to provide free materials for this, just mention it when you book your class visit or get in touch at learning@autograph-abp.co.uk before your visit.
Haven't booked your class visit yet? Keep scrolling to find out how you can bring your pupils to Autograph's gallery for free.
Autograph
Rivington Place
London EC2A 3BA, UK
The exhibition is at Autograph 31 October 2024 - 22 March 2025
Wed, Fri: 11am - 6pm
Thur: 11am - 9pm
Sat: 12:30 - 6pm
Vividly capturing the rhythm of everyday life of Lagos in the 1970s
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Bring your class to Autograph at a time that suits you. You can see the exhibition and request to use our Education Studio for self-led discussion during your visit.
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Introducing Autograph's new exhibition by Abi Morocco Photos
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Rewind to 1970s Nigeria with this playlist compiled to accompany the exhibition
ListenOn photographic archiving practices in Nigeria
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A one-month residency at G.A.S. Lagos in partnership with Yinka Shonibare Foundation
Read more This resource pack was made with Niamh Murray, Lead Photography & Art Teacher at Woolwich Polytechnic School.
Banner image: Abi Morocco Photos: Spirit of Lagos exhibition at Autograph, London. Curated by Bindi Vora and Lagos Studio Archives. Photograph by Kate Elliott.
Images on page: 1) Abi Morocco Photos, Aina Street, Shogunle, Lagos [detail], 1979. Courtesy Lagos Studio Archives. © Abi Morocco Photos. 2) Photograph by Kate Elliott.
Autograph is a place to see things differently. Since 1988, we have championed photography that explores issues of race, identity, representation, human rights and social justice, sharing how photographs reflect lived experiences and shape our understanding of ourselves and others.
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