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Samba Queens to Sound Systems: The Riotous Streets of Notting Hill Carnival

Wayne Campbell and Wayne Crichlow have been photographing carnival for 15 years, capturing a blur of dancers, style icons, and singalongs on the tube home.

Samba Queens to Sound Systems: The Riotous Streets of Notting Hill Carnival

TL;DR

  • The Notting Hill Carnival celebrates its 60th anniversary with a new book by photographers Wayne Campbell and Wayne Crichlow.
  • The book documents the event over 15 years, capturing personal stories, style, and the spirit of resistance.
  • Images showcase dancers, unique fashion, intimate moments, and the powerful spectacle of Jab Jab.
  • Carnival is depicted as a place of identity, pride, and cultural expression, with roots in emancipation.
  • The event's reach extends globally through technology, connecting families and friends.
  • The spirit of carnival continues to unite generations, echoing its historical significance.