Ajamu X, a British photographic artist born in 1963, delves into themes of identity and sexuality through self-portraiture, fantasizing about potential selves. His fine art photography examines same-sex desire, the erotic, and the Black queer body. As a renowned specialist in Black British LGBTQ+ history, his archival and activist work documents the stories of Black LGBTQ+ individuals in the UK. His photographs are featured in prominent collections, including Tate and the Victoria & Albert Museum. Ajamu X values the sensory experience of photography, highlighting the sonic, tactile, and olfactory elements alongside the visual.
