Race, Indian Revolution and the Colonial Camera | Paul Mellon Centre

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Join us at the Paul Mellon Centre in London for the highly anticipated event "Race, Indian Revolution and the Colonial Camera" on January 26, 2024. This thought-provoking talk is part of The Paul Mellon Centre's Spring Research Lunch series and explores the fascinating relationship between photography, race, and colonialism in India. The speaker, Sushma Griffin, a renowned expert in the art and visual cultures of South Asia, will delve into the aesthetics of absence in photography, challenging the prevailing narratives of reason and rationality. By examining photographs that defy traditional interpretations and exhibit distortion and strangeness, Griffin uncovers the racialized politics of colonization through their absence rather than their formal or semiotic signifiers. This fresh perspective offers a new way to understand the history and theory of photography, as well as the colonial social imaginary under the backdrop of racial violence and revolution. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Griffin's extensive research and immerse yourself in the complexities of the colonial camera. Admission is free, so mark your calendars and join us for an enlightening afternoon at the Paul Mellon Centre.