Aida Muluneh, an Ethiopian artist, explores her international upbringing and its influence on her art, particularly through her recent work in the UK. Invited by Impressions Gallery, she undertook a month-long road trip through Bradford, Belfast, Cardiff, and Glasgow, creating 22 images that delve into themes of gender, labor, religion, and diaspora. By incorporating the architectural elements of each city, Muluneh highlights connections between historical Injustices and contemporary societal issues, presenting her findings in the touring exhibition Nationhood: Memory and Hope alongside works from emerging British photographers.
The resulting images explore themes such as gender, labour, religion and diaspora, connecting historic wounds with contemporary struggles across the UK's diverse cities.
Muluneh's journey through the UK was not just a physical trip, but a deep dive into the historic and social narratives that shape contemporary life.
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