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The photographer turning oral histories into stunning images
Congo Tales — In Congo Tales: Told by the People of Mbomo, Pieter Henket has created a visual library of personal histories, telling the story of one small town in the Republic of Congo.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Six photographers shoot the art of craftsmanship
Macallan Masters — Magnum photographers – including Martin Parr and Alec Soth – come together to capture the construction of the new Macallan Distillery in Speyside, Scotland, shooting the awe-inspiring build over the course of three years.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Living off-grid with Wales’ self-sufficent communities
Into the wild — Spending time with three separate eco-communities situated in the heart of the Welsh countryside, photographer Benson Batty explores what it means to truly live off the land.
Written by: Eva Clifford
The ’sistxrhoods’ fighting for inclusive dancefloors
Raving for change — We speak to the women-led collectives fighting for a safer, more representative nightlife – from the groups working to create “fun, welcoming” club spaces, to those championing the support of marginalised talent.
Written by: April Clare Welsh
Desiree Akhavan is film's most exciting 'outsider'
Can't stop, won't stop — After winning the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance for a coming-of-age film about LGBT teens, Desiree Akhavan has battled self-doubt to realise her dream as a director. But in a medium with few opportunities for fresh voices, she knows that success is never straightforward.
Written by: Cian Traynor
Cola Boyy is here to make disco radical again
Fight the power — Whether its the mistreatment of immigrant communities, or his experience living as a disabled person in Trump’s America, the singer and multi-instrumentalist isn’t afraid to speak up. For Cola Boyy, music is a tool for change.
Written by: Niall Flynn
Digital masochism and the new ways we handle heartbreak
New Romantics — Following a breakup, we find ourselves routinely scrolling the public timelines belonging to our ex partners, heightening our sense of loss. Yes, it hurts – but that’s the point.
Written by: Emily Reynolds
What to watch at Open City Documentary Festival 2018
Eight of the best — From factory workers battling the Japanese government to the mysterious, online world of Morgellons disease: Oliver Wright, Head of Programming at the festival, picks his highlights from this year’s programme.
Written by: Liam Taft
The chaotic energy of Notting Hill Carnival, in photos
Come together — Photographer Theo McInnes made his way to W11 to capture the gloriously messy affair, as revellers beat the rain during a two-day celebration.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Inside the UK’s most radical indie publishers
Part Six: OWN IT! — Launched in 2014, OWN IT! is a ‘storytelling lifestyle brand’ that blends traditional publishing with digital innovations and integrated live shows, creating a space where art meets activism.
Written by: Kit Caless
