Boxfresh brings fashion, photography and youth culture together with a new programme of events at its SoHo pop-up this November. Celebrating London’s creative community and the people who continue to shape its cultural identity, the initiative puts a spotlight on local talent and creates opportunities for the next generation of photographers. Through an exhibition, an educational workshop and a limited-edition charity T-shirt, Boxfresh uses its SoHo space to bring together different generations of London’s creative scene.
Taking place on Thursday 12 November, the programme includes an exhibition with photographer and director James Pearson-Howes, showcasing archival work documenting British subcultures, communities and traditions. Among the imagery is material from the early UK grime scene, offering a look back at a period that played an important role in shaping London’s music, fashion and wider youth culture.
Photography, Mentorship and London’s Next Generation
Beyond the exhibition, the evening places emphasis on supporting emerging creative talent. Boxfresh will host a Q&A and photography workshop for young people from London’s Youth network, giving participants the opportunity to engage directly with established photographers and gain insight into working within the creative industries.
Running from 6pm to 7pm, the session will see participants share their portfolios and receive practical guidance, mentorship and career advice from James Pearson-Howes and his mentee, photographer Igoris Taan. Cultural commentator Naz from Newham will also join the conversation.
The workshop is designed to offer more than a traditional introduction to photography, opening up conversations around creative development and professional experience. By connecting established practitioners with young people who are developing their own creative identities, the programme aims to make mentorship and industry knowledge more accessible.
The initiative forms part of Boxfresh’s partnership with London Youth, an organisation supporting a network of nearly 600 youth organisations across the capital. Its work focuses in strengthening the youth sector and improving opportunities for young Londoners, with programmes spanning employability, mental health, arts and sport.
A Limited-Edition T-Shirt Supporting London Youth
To extend the partnership beyond the events themselves, Boxfresh will also release a limited-edition T-shirt priced at £40, with all profits donated directly to London Youth.
The Boxfresh SoHo pop-up will be hosted at 26, Peter Street, SoHo, London W, London, W1F 0AH where the exhibition and accompanying programme will be hosted on Thursday 12 November. The Q&A and photography workshop runs from 6pm to 7pm and are RSVP only, with attendance coordinated by London Youth.
