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Shoair Mavlian to lead The Photographers’ Gallery

institutional · 2026-05-01

Starting in January 2023, Shoair Mavlian will officially assume the role of director at The Photographers’ Gallery in London, taking over from Brett Rogers, who has served for 16 years. Mavlian currently heads Photoworks and previously worked as a curator at Tate, contributing to significant exhibitions such as Don McCullin in 2019 and Shape of Light in 2018. Expressing her enthusiasm for the position, she aims to collaborate with the gallery's trustees and staff to respect its history while creating an inclusive environment for photography enthusiasts, particularly following the venue's recent 50th anniversary celebration.

Key facts

  • Shoair Mavlian appointed director of The Photographers’ Gallery
  • She takes up the post in January 2023
  • She succeeds Brett Rogers, who served 16 years
  • Mavlian was previously director at Photoworks
  • She was a curator at Tate, organizing Don McCullin (2019) and Shape of Light (2018)
  • The gallery recently celebrated its 50th anniversary
  • Mavlian aims to build an inclusive home for photography in London

Entities

Artists

  • Don McCullin

Institutions

  • The Photographers’ Gallery
  • Photoworks
  • Tate

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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