Black Gaze - "Creating Black Utopias"

On January 8th, 2026, the Maison Européenne de la Photographie will become a venue for an essential discussion on the power of imagination as a tool for reinvention. In resonance with the whimsical clichés of Tyler Mitchell’s exhibition on-site, the Gaze review team invites speakers to question how black artists shape their own utopias. This unique event transcends mere visual analysis to delve into the political and poetic power of creation. How does art enable us to project desirable futures and affirm new narratives? This intellectual and artistic exchange invites a rethinking of contemporary representations through a daring prism. A stimulating evening for anyone interested in the role of imagery in constructing our societies, at the heart of a flagship institution within the photographic scene.