From Buenos Aires to London, Argentinian artist Benito Ekmekdjian is blurring the lines between canvas and stage. With his latest series exploring love and personal relationships, Ekmekdjian shares his journey from his early roots in graffiti to creating pieces that bring his paintings to life — and his dream of always painting, wherever he chooses.
Our People
A deportation that could tear a family apart
Having served his sentence and rebuilt his life, Avelino Márquez is fighting to remain in the United Kingdom with his children as he awaits a further appeal against deportation. Virginia Moreno Molina “In 1978 we left for economic reasons, but also because my father was a bit […]
The discrimination that renders Latin Americans invisible
Language barriers, insecure employment and tougher immigration rules leave many Latin Americans in a vulnerable position despite their economic contribution and professional skills. (The Prisma memoirs) Noelia Ceballos Terrén The hopes that they have when they arrive vanish as soon as they open their eyes and see that […]
International activism born from family hardship
Stories of violence, poverty and environmental destruction that shaped her family led Colombian activist Alejandra Piazzolla to campaign from the United Kingdom for climate justice, anti-racism and international solidarity. (The Prisma memoirs) Elle McHale Her family’s struggles, their stories of violence and environmental damage motivated Alejandra Piazzolla to […]
The inmigrant imprint on London storytelling
A collection of stories set in the British capital portrays everyday struggles, language barriers, discrimination and displacement through Latin American characters seeking to build a life far from their countries of origin. Benjamin Serra In a collection of short stories, Peruvian writer Gunter Silva brings together the experiences […]















