Brian Griffin's Industrial Photography Exhibition Black Country Dada 1969–1990 at QUAD, Derby

The exhibition titled Black Country Dada: 1969–1990, featuring Brian Griffin's work, is on display at QUAD in Derby from May 19 to September 5. It presents striking black-and-white photographs that capture the transition of the West Midlands from a heavy industrial hub to a region in post-industrial decline. Griffin's collection includes images of cultural figures such as Brian Eno and Kate Bush, as well as album art for Iggy Pop and Depeche Mode. This exhibition examines themes of class and community identity through a lens of capitalist realism, showcasing significant works like The Big Tie (1986) and Depeche Mode's A Broken Frame (1982). It reflects on the tumultuous period of Thatcherism and is part of the Remark initiative, a partnership between ArtReview and BACKLIT.