We the Ragamuffin
Nathan Tuft sat down with Julian Henriques to discuss his 1992 film We The Ragamuffin. Through showcasing local talent, the film offered a refreshing view on British-Carribean culture in the area.
Afropean
Fourth Floor sat down with photographer, writer, and cultural commentator Johny Pitts for a conversation about his upcoming podcast, developed in collaboration with Reduced Listening. This project builds upon themes from his acclaimed 2019 book, Afropean, delving deeper into the identities and experiences of the Black diaspora across Europe.
The Community Cook Up
Fourth Floor sat down with Hannah Norton to talk about her latest project, focusing on a food bank located in Tottenham. Norton's documentary work captures the stories and experiences of a community that has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of increasing challenges.
The Human Condition with Photographic Bandwidth
Fourth Floor sat down with Timothy, the founder of Photographic Bandwidth, a publishing house exploring spirituality and philosophical approaches to the human condition through documentary photography. They discussed his early inspirations, self discovery into Hinduism, and the ethical balance to his practise.
AI Art with Jumoke Fernandez
Soheil sat down with Jumoke Fernandez to talk about generative AI and art. Discussions centred on her journey, processes, and working with the likes of Meta and Netflix, before delving deeper into the wider societal implications and ethical risks emerging from this space.
The world of Izumi Kato
Following his debut London exhibition, Henry Kidney delves into the art of Izumi Kato. He explores the spiritual underpinnings and intuitive approach that characterise the Japanese artist’s work.
The Tiger of Mysore
Capturing resistance to the British Empire. Lina Idrees writes on the Tiger of Mysore, a remarkable painting recently sold at Sotheby's.
A Kitsch Expression
Indera Tamara interviews digital artist Vince Ibay, a rising talent reshaping popular culture through innovative 3D scanning and virtual reality. They discuss CGI, inspirations, what next on the horizon, and more!
HOW ART CAN TURN THE WORLD INSIDE OUT
Owen Dawes dives into the world of French photograffeur JR, exploring his interactive processes that give agency to marginalised communities.
Cinematic Paintings by Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
Indera Tamara writes on British painter Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, focusing on her imaginative Fly in League exhibition at Tate Britain.
Mapalo Simon
Explore the work of Mapalo Simon. Indera Tamera sits down for a conversation with the innovative sustainable menswear designer.
Josh Scurville
Fourth Floor interviews Josh Scurville, a talented illustrator and artist known for his vivid illustrations and animations. We discuss his distinctive visual style, inspirations, and latest creative endeavours.
Female de-miners of Nagorno-Karabakh
Fourth Floor sat with documentary photographer and writer Eva Clifford to discuss her journey into documenting the first female demining team in Nagorno-Karabakh.
MIlo Blake
Fourth Floor interviews director Milo Blake, discussing his journey, extensive body of work, ambitions, and more!
The Future Of Partying
Fourth Floor interviews Hadi, the founder of Ecodisco, the sustainable nightlife consultancy known for facilitating London’s first ever plastic-free club night. We discuss Ecodisco’s product, journey, the climate crisis, and more!
CITIZENS OF NOWHERE
Multidisciplinary artist Emma Louse Rixhon, founder of the clothing brand Citizens of Nowhere, shares her journey and insights with Fourth Floor.
Anthea Spivey
Fourth Floor interviews documentary photographer Anthea Spivey to discuss her work, focusing on her project on albinism in Senegal.