Last week Andrew and I went to the Tate Britain in London’s glitzy Pimlico to see their 1980s photograph exhibition.
The show offers a vivid snapshot of a transformative decade, capturing the era's dynamic energy and cultural shifts.
The collection showcases many striking images, mainly in black and white, that reflect the bold fashion, political turbulence, and burgeoning pop culture of the time. Each photograph tells its own story, from gritty urban scenes to vibrant portraits, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia.
We both recognised so much of what we saw.
Street parties, dinner parties, demos, misogyny, racism, homophobia, social deprivation, political unrest are all represented; Greenham Common, Poll Tax riots, Section 28, New Romantics, poverty, art, music, collectivism….
The curation is thoughtful, highlighting both iconic moments and lesser-known glimpses into everyday life, making it a compelling experience for both history enthusiasts and art lovers.
We loved it. We lived it.
I enjoyed it so much, I went again yesterday with Paul.
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