Wayne Crichlow Photography

16/09/2026

The next instalment of The Guardian's Enslaving Nation series has been published today, and once again I had the privilege of providing the photography.

This part of the investigation looks at the Church of England’s historic involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.

My assignment took me inside and around St Paul’s Cathedral, photographing a building that millions of people recognise, but this time looking at it through the lens of a much less familiar history.

This story also landed particularly close to home.

Both of my parents are from Barbados, and the article explores the Codrington estate there, where enslaved Africans worked on plantations owned by the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts, an organisation closely connected to the Church of England.

Standing inside St Paul’s photographing its architecture and details while knowing the story those photographs would accompany gave the assignment another level of meaning for me.

This is exactly the direction I want to continue taking my photography — documentary work that goes beyond making an interesting image and helps uncover, preserve and tell stories that connect our past with the world we live in today.

Very proud to see the work published and credited alongside such an important investigation.

Read the full article:
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/sep/16/church-of-england-enslavement-reparations-debate

Photography: Wayne Crichlow / The Guardian

Register of British Slave Traders shows clergymen financed company that trafficked enslaved Africans on hundreds of voyages

26/05/2026

It’s been a long while since I last posted on Facebook.

Since leaving my corporate life at Kyndryl at the end of last year, I’ve been quietly working away on building the next chapter of my creative journey.
Photography has always been more than just taking pictures for me. It’s about storytelling, documenting people, culture and moments that matter. Many of you started following my work during my time on Master of Photography back in 2018, and I’m genuinely grateful for all the support that has continued since then.

One of the biggest projects I’ve been working on is a new photography book called Carnival of Resistance, which I’m co-authoring alongside fellow visual storyteller Wayne Campbell.
Over the past 15 years we’ve both documented different sides of Notting Hill Carnival — the music, the energy, the creativity, the community and the spirit that makes Carnival what it is.

As Carnival approaches its 60th anniversary, this project feels incredibly important to us. The book isn’t meant to be a full history lesson, but more a reflection of lived experience through photography — celebrating both the joy and the deeper roots of resistance and resilience that helped shape Carnival in London.

Pre-orders are now open and I’d genuinely appreciate any support in helping us bring this project to life.

Get your copy here: https://www.acelebrationofdemonstration.com/product-page/carnival-of-resistance

Thank you to everyone who has continued to support my journey over the years ❤️

16/09/2025

https://www.waynecrichlowphotography.com/heritage-rhythm-and-resistance

Discover Heritage, Rhythm and Resistance, a documentary photography collection capturing three days of Notting Hill Carnival. From Panorama steel pan to family day and the grand finale, these images reveal the culture, community, and protest roots that make Carnival Europe’s largest and most power...

15/09/2025

We are in interesting times.

Photographer Wayne Crichlow documents the 14 Sept 2025 London clash between anti-fascist protesters and the nationalist “Unite the Kingdom” march. This powerful photo series captures resistance, nationalism, and the questions of who is silenced and who is protected in today’s Britain.

25/04/2025

"Faith" - Granada, España 2025

This year, I witnessed Granada's Semana Santa after some six years or so not being in the city at what is a sacred period for Christians. I think that this year had reached unprecedented heights, with record-breaking crowds lining expanded routes, reflecting a deeply rooted devotion. The El Silencio procession, commencing at midnight on Maundy Thursday, enveloped the city in profound solemnity. As streetlights dimmed and silence prevailed, the only sounds were the measured drumbeats and the soft steps of hooded penitents. Candlelight flickered against ancient walls, creating an atmosphere of haunting reverence that left a sense of sadness. This year's Holy Week was hailed as the most successful in recent memory, marking a significant cultural milestone for Granada.

I could not have found a more magical city than Granada which is my second home, to be emersed in the site's and sounds of this religious festival.

Images created with Fujifilm X100V & X-Pro3 ⁣⁠

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https://www.waynecrichlowphotography.com/faith

This year, I witnessed Granada's Semana Santa after some six years or so not being in the city at what is a sacred period for Christians. I think that this year had reached unprecedented heights, with record-breaking crowds lining expanded routes, reflecting a deeply rooted devotion. The El Silencio

12/11/2023

https://www.waynecrichlowphotography.com/voices-for-palestine-the-march-for-peace/ode0e3xo7696ea5vys02mjlronakdg

The pro-Palestine march on Armistice Day 11th November 2023 underscored the global resonance of the Palestinian cause, reminding us that peace is not only about the past but also a collective responsibility in the present. It emphasised solidarity, urging recognition of the interconnected struggles

11/09/2023

"E8"- Dalston, London

04/09/2023

"Two days in West London" - Notting Hill Carnival 2023

23/05/2023

"Portrait of a stranger" - London 2023