Looking AIDS in the Face: Gideon Mendel at the Frontline Club (video) |
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| Written by Leo Hsu |
| 23 Nov 2008 |
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The Frontline Club's "In the Picture" series continues with a presentation by Gideon Mendel talking to publisher Chris Boot on Wednesday, 26 November. The talk was streamed live on Foto8.com. Remember to join us for other talks in the series. Gideon Mendel is an award winning photographer and has been documenting the impact of HIV/Aids in Africa for more than 12 years, working in 10 different countries to show the many ways the disease has devastated the lives of millions of ordinary people. On 26 November at the Frontline Club, he will present his work and discuss his findings.
Gideon has worked on in-depth photo projects for many global publications, most notably for the Guardian and in conjunction with the HIV/AIDS Alliance. Born in Johannesburg, Gideon Mendel began working as a photographer in 1983 and has since become one of the world's leading contemporary photojournalists. He was recognised as a key photographer of change and conflict in South Africa in the lead up to Nelson Mandela’s release from prison.
Gideon Mendel at the Frontline Club Wed 26th November, 7.30pm Price: £10.00 Location: 13 Norfolk Place, London, W2 1QJ In association with the BBC World Service Trust
Streamed live on Foto8.com
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