Royal Hospital School’s (RHS) Art Department in Holbrook, Ipswich invited its pupils and staff to sit for portrait photographs captured by pupils Niece (Year 12) and Ovie (Year 11), inspired by Cephas William’s moving installation ‘A Portrait of Black Britain’, for Black History Month.
Cephas Williams reminds us that Black History Month is not the endpoint but the beginning of important conversations. In alignment with Cephas Williams’ vision for ongoing discussions, recognition and celebration, RHS’ Art Department intentionally chose to wait until after October to unveil the portraits – transforming this initiative into a continuous celebration of its black pupils and staff.
Mrs Harriet Barber, Head of Art at RHS, commented on the portrait series saying: “The idea was to capture the vibrancy and beauty of the Black community at RHS, and celebrate the future of Black Britain. Pupils, Niece and Ovie have done an amazing job taking the shots. The display is a wonderful, vibrant, heart-warming celebration. Over 30 pupils and staff have had their portraits taken and we hope more members of our school’s community will come and be photographed!”
The installation has taken pride of place in the school’s art atrium where it will be on display for the forthcoming year. The installation will continue to grow with new pupils and team members joining the school over the coming months
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