Street photographs are at the heart of our understanding of London as a diverse and dynamic capital. They are characterised by an element of chance – a fortunate encounter, a fleeting expression, a momentary juxtaposition, capturing an ever-changing city.
This major new exhibition at the Museum of London showcases an extraordinary collection of London street photography with over 200 candid images of everyday life in the street. From sepia-toned scenes of horse-drawn cabs taken on bulky tripod-mounted cameras to 21st century Londoners digitally ‘caught on film’, explore how street photography has evolved from 1860 to the present day. Examine the relationship between photographers, London’s streets and the people who live on them, and reflect on the place of photography on London’s streets today as anti-terrorism and privacy laws grow ever tighter.
Peter Marshall, David Solomons, Sean McDonnell and Chris Dorley-Brown each have work in this major exhibition.
Runs February 18 – September 4, 2011
Late opening Friday February 18th, 6.30-9pm
FREE entry, Open Mon-Sun, 10am-6pm
Museum of London
150 London Wall
London EC2Y 5HN
See the Museum of London website for more info