Discovering Sandra George

TL;DR

Sandra George's photographic work, focusing on domestic scenes and marginalized communities, is being exhibited posthumously.
Her exhibition, 'Sandra George: Start from the Level,' is held at the City Art Centre in Edinburgh.
George pursued independent creative projects while working as a community organizer, photographing herself and her son, Tyler.
After her death in 2013, 60,000 negatives were recovered from a garden shed, leading to significant artistic recognition.
The exhibition title is derived from George's manifesto encouraging an approach based on mutual understanding ('start on the level').
Her work demonstrates a keen eye for capturing interactions and uses elements like mirrors, accessories, and shadow to add vibrancy.
The exhibition is divided into thematic sections: community, home, children, and identity, with George's son Tyler assisting the curators.
George's annotated copy of 'Young People and Social Change' reveals her focus on systemic oppression related to class and race.
The exhibition serves as a reminder of art's connections to activism and its role in documenting life within and beyond communities.

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