Hidden Shadows and Silent Voices.
Constitution Hill, curated by Gaiseng Sathekge
A former prison complex in Johannesburg that now stands as a symbol of South Africa's journey toward justice. Through evocative use of colour and poignant black-and-white stills, Strydom explores the haunting history of the prison, focusing on the hidden narratives of its past prisoners. The series gives a powerful voice to those who suffered in silence, using dramatic contrasts and intimate compositions to evoke the emotional and physical confinement experienced within its walls. By highlighting the echoes of oppression and resistance, Strydom's work brings attention to the forgotten stories of struggle, identity, and survival that continue to resonate in South Africa's journey toward justice and reconciliation.
Red Shoes, Constitution Hill, 2017
Yellow Shoes, Constitution Hill, 2017
Pyramid of Solitude I, Constitution Hill (05), South Africa, 2017
Pyramid of Solitude II, Constitution Hill (05), South Africa, 2017
So Blue I, Constitution Hill (18), South Africa, 2017
So Blue II, Constitution Hill (18), South Africa, 2017
Silent Voices II, Constitution Hill (13), South Africa, 2017
Mkhovu I, Constitution Hill (20), South Africa, 2017
Hidden Shadows, The Constitution Hill (04), South Africa, 2017
Confined to Solitude II, Constitution Hill (15), South Africa, 2017
Confined to Solitude I, Constitution Hill (17), South Africa, 2017
The Constitution Hill (08), South Africa, 2017
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