Myles-Jay Linton. ©Ajamu X
Since 2013, photographer Ajamu X has set up portrait studios in select cities to create celebratory, distinctive and aspirational images mapping contributions of Black Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer individuals, who have often been overlooked within mainstream narratives and histories.
Last year the Martin Parr Foundation commissioned Ajamu to make ten new portraits, adding a Bristol chapter to the ever-evolving Fierce archive. This new work is presented alongside archival materials, exploring and providing more context to Black queer histories in Bristol.
Fierce: Bristol will be displayed alongside images from Fierce: London and Fierce: Toronto.
3rd July to 21st September 2025
Martin Parr Foundation, 316 Paintworks, Arno’s Vale, Bristol BS4 3AR
Getting there and accessibility
Gallery opening times: Thursdays to Sundays, 10am to 5pm (closed Monday to Wednesday).
Free entry.
https://www.martinparrfoundation.org/exhibitions-category/upcoming/