The sun sets over baobab trees and Kunta Kinte Island Formally known as James Island (an important historical site in the West African slave trade), situated on the River Gambia, near to the villages of Juffureh and Albreda. Taken in 2009, whilst on a 930km African adventure – the first ever circumnavigation, completely byContinue reading “Photo of the Day – Sunset over Kunta Kinte Island, River Gambia ©Helen Jones-Florio”
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#GambiaHasDecided – one year in
The Gambia – the smallest country on the African continent – has come a long way since this time last year and the beginning of what, doubtlessly, will be an incredibly long journey. It’s always a pleasure to see these guys, the founders of what became one of the most important, impactful, social media campaigns toContinue reading “#GambiaHasDecided – one year in”
Dogs of The Gambia, West Africa – AKA ‘It’s a Dog’s Life’
Dogs of The Gambia, West Africa One of our favourite pastimes, when in The Gambia, is hanging out with the #9 pack of rescue dogs – and assorted random beach dogs. Beach walks and making documentaries, with Jason Florio Each and every one of them has real character, which we also have A.K.A.Continue reading “Dogs of The Gambia, West Africa – AKA ‘It’s a Dog’s Life’”
Photographers Gallery London – Magnum Photography Awards/LensCulture Exhibition 9-18 Oct
Magnum and LensCulture Photography Awards, 2017 at the Photographers Gallery London – on the Media Wall, 9-18th October 2017. ‘We are excited to present the 41 winners, jurors’ picks and finalists from the Magnum and LensCulture Award on our Media Wall. The award recognizes, rewards and supports new photographic talent. This year, the twelve winners hail from all overContinue reading “Photographers Gallery London – Magnum Photography Awards/LensCulture Exhibition 9-18 Oct”
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