Ed Kashi (American, b. 1957). NIGERIA, 2006.
Curse of the Black Gold
50 Years of Oil in the Niger Delta
June 14-September 1, 2008
This exhibition of 37 photographs features images by world-renowned photojournalist Ed Kashi, taking a graphic look at the profound cost of oil exploitation in West Africa. This work traces, in an original and compelling way, the fifty-year impact of Nigeria’s relationship to oil interests and the resulting environmental degradation and community conflicts that have plagued the region.
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This exhibition is part of a three-exhibition series titled "Africas." Click here to read about the series in Popular Photography.
Upcoming Programs:
Lecture with Artist Phyllis Galembo | Thursday, Sept. 25, 6-7 p.m.
Closing Celebration | Sunday, Sept. 28, 1-5 p.m.
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