Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee
16 September – 14 January 2024 | RPS Gallery Bristol
Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee
Aneesa Dawoojee FRPS a South London portrait and social documentary photographer, who’s interest in community, resilience, hope and social discussion have seen her work recognised by the media, funding bodies and the photography world alike.
September 2023 saw the opening of Aneesa’s solo exhibition at RPS awarded after her success in the 163rd edition of the RPS International Photography Exhibition. The work featured in the IPE 163 from her series The Fighting Spirit of South London also earned her the RPS Fellowship. The images of martial artist and combat sports athletes from gyms near Aneesa’s home reveal strength, resilience, fortitude and hope to overcome life’s challenges.
March of the Hummingbirds the new series tells the story of the Caribbean community in the UK with a view to share a little of it's rich history. It is a colourful, and often joyous story of a multicultural community who are keen to share their stories of adventure, love, and hopes for the children in Britain. This work is now on display at RPS Gallery until 14 January 2024 running alongside the Disabled Photographers' Society Annual Exhibition.
16 September – 14 January 2024 | RPS Gallery Bristol
Visiting the exhibition
Opening hours
16 September – 14 January 2024
Thursday to Sunday, 10am - 5pm
Free admission
Venue address
RPS House
337-340 Paintworks
Arnos Vale
Bristol
BS4 3AR
Explore this limited edition publication
In celebration of the launch of Aneesa Dawoojee FRPS solo exhibition Only Human at RPS Gallery Bristol the RPS has produced a limited edition Zine. The Zine showcases work from the The Fighting Spirit of South London and previously unseen work from Aneesa's new series March of the Hummingbirds.
Read some of the featured articles from the RPS Journal, The Guardian and other press coverage on Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee exhibition below:
1. RPS Journal spotlight for Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee Exhibition
3. BBC celebrate the opening of RPS Exhibition
4. Amateur Photographer feature
Aneesa Dawoojee FRPS a South London portrait and social documentary photographer, who’s interest in community, resilience, hope and social discussion have seen her work recognised by the media, funding bodies and the photography world alike.
Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee showcases The Fighting Spirit of South London and previously unseen work from her new series March of the Hummingbirds.
Only Human: Aneesa Dawoojee is a touring exhibition, please contact exhibitions@rps.org for a touring information pack