Michal Iwanowski's 1900 km Walk from Cardiff to Poland Confronts Racist Graffiti

In 2006, Michal Iwanowski, a British photographer originally from Poland, was struck by graffiti in Cardiff, Wales, stating "Go home, Polish." This incident sparked a decade-long contemplation on his identity. In April 2018, he embarked on a 105-day journey, walking 1900 km from Cardiff to Mokrzeszów, Poland, while sharing his experiences on Instagram. His route took him through Wales, England, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and the Czech Republic, blending documentary and ironic elements. The project reflects on themes of home and identity, particularly in the context of Brexit and rising nationalism. Iwanowski's earlier work, "Clear of People" (2012-2017), documented his grandfather's escape from a Russian prison camp. He plans to publish a book and hold an exhibition at the Diffusion Festival of Photography in Cardiff, in collaboration with Krzysztof Miekus.