Zanele Muholi
Zanele Muholi (South Africa, 1972) is a groundbreaking visual activist and photographer, celebrated for their powerful portraits of Black LGBTQIA+ individuals. Their work challenges discrimination and highlights identity, resilience, and dignity. Through projects like Faces and Phases, Muholi has reshaped the global narrative around queer visibility and social justice.

Artwork by Miles Aldridge
What is contemporary art?
Contemporary art refers to avant-garde or innovative art created in the recent past or present day. The exact starting point of contemporary art varies depending on the institution, often tied to the founding year of museums or galleries that showcase the style. Contemporary art is characterized by its focus on current ideas, diverse media, and the exploration of new concepts and techniques.