Ismail Khokon
Ismail is a British-Bangladeshi socially engaged visual artist based in Nottingham, specialising in photography. His artistic practice amplifies the voices of marginalised communities while intertwining themes of environmentalism, focusing on shaping the regional arts ecology and supporting isolated and vulnerable individuals. As an active studio member at Primary Gallery, Ismail fosters creative dialogue and social impact through his work. He employs various mediums—photography, painting, sculpture, and installation—to highlight the experiences of those systematically marginalised and to advocate for environmental sustainability.
Currently, he serves as a Co-Production Creative Leader at the Justice Museum in Nottingham and is an associate artist at Mansfield Museum, where he will curate a participatory project exploring human connections with trees and memories. Ismail completed a Reshaping Governance residency at New Art Exchange and participated in the Curate residency program. Additionally, he is a certified climate-aware photographer, recognised by the Carbon Literacy Programme and supported by the Red Eye Photography Network. Through his multifaceted approach, Ismail continues to engage with and elevate the narratives of underrepresented communities while promoting environmental awareness.