Dominoes - The Book
Published by Dewi Lewis and available to order now.
An intimate portrayal of joy, addiction, pain and hope in a community centred around a unique corner of London's East End.
‘Dominoes’ is a photobook which tells the story of a unique public space in east London, Gillett Square. It is a remarkable eco-system in which skate boarders, parents, children, hula-hoopers, domino players, DJs, drinkers and addicts all intermingle. Derelict and underdeveloped for years, in the 1990s it became an experiment in community regeneration and continues to evolve within an area undergoing rapid transformation. I believe the book should be published in order to amplify voices that are seldom heard and confront issues in our urban environments that many choose to ignore..
Interviews with participants
I am immensely grateful to Paul, Bianca and Nina who play such an important part in the Dominoes/Gillett Square project for agreeing to be interviewed. They speak with great clarity and feeling about their upbringing, the many challenges in their lives and the role of the square itself. The interviews are best appreciated in the context of the Dominoes photobook which is available from Dewi Lewis Books. Please contact me if you have any comments or enquiries.
