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Martin Parr: Black Country Stories
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- Martin Parr
Between 2010 and 2014, Martin Parr was commissioned by Multistory to photograph the four boroughs of the Black Country.
This extensive body of work looked at what remained of the Black Country’s traditions, as well as the many different communities living there – Polish, Sikh and Somali to name but a few – all of whom bring an energetic work ethic, a strong sense of family and culture and, in many cases, a profound religious faith.
“I didn’t know much about the Black Country, other than its reputation as a densely populated, post-industrial area; a region in decline,” Martin explains. “I had passed it many times as I travelled up the M5, on my way north.
“My ignorance was one reason why I was keen to explore and to try and look beyond the stereotypes.”
The Foundation is open Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, and entry is free.
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