Eileen Perrier's retrospective exhibition, A Thousand Small Stories, showcases her journey in forging connections through photography, emphasizing representation. Celebrated for her work with British Ghanaians, Perrier's narratives stem from her own experiences, including a meaningful trip to Ghana with her mother. Her artistic approach, using vibrant setups and a square format camera, reflects the cultural pride she observed in family traditions. Through her lens, Perrier’s work highlights those often marginalized in mainstream photography, asserting the significance of culture and representation in artistic endeavors.
"I realised how important her family was [in London]," says Perrier, who, on her return, turned her lens on British Ghanaians for a university assignment at Farnham, titled Red, Gold and Green (1997)."
"As soon as they saw the lights and everything, they went into the bedroom and got dressed up. They put on African dresses, suits, and party dresses."
"I looked at my mum's family album and was struck by the elegance and pride in those images which led me to create my own narrative."
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