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The Quest to Protect the Father of Ivorian Photography

Paul Kodjo’s edgy photographs of nightlife and youth culture in Ivory Coast resisted cultural norms of the 1970s. They almost disappeared forever.

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Exploring the rituals and communities of African descendants in Cuba, a photographer reveals their solidarity and resistance to oppression.

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Aperture No. 258

Aperture presents “Photography & Painting,” featuring artists from around the world who draw inspiration from both mediums in their work, illuminating how the dialogue between camera and canvas continues to unfold today in fascinating, unexpected ways.

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