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About

AJ is a French-Guadeloupean visual artist currently living and working in France. Her practice is defined by a commitment to the series format, which allows her to explore diverse subjects deeply and from a variety of perspectives.

Her visual narratives are profoundly informed by her Afro-Caribbean heritage and a historical interest in the cultural memory of the diaspora. This cultural foundation, combined with an affinity for travel and the natural world, permeates the atmosphere of her work.

AJ's photography has been recognised internationally for its emotive power and technical precision. Notable honors include multiple accolades from the Monochrome Awards and Neutral Density Awards for her celebrated series Emprise and her evocative self-portraiture. From the vulnerability of Falling with Grace to the resilience captured in Still I Rise, her work continues to bridge the gap between the seen and the felt.

"Thank you for allowing us to host such an amazing collection of work" The Living Room, W1 London

"Your visions are enchantingly graceful, poignant and purposely philosophical. A beautiful endeavour into the meaning of Art" Jane Gisella-B

"AJ Silistrie’s photographs are framed with equivocation and an illusory depth... AJ, consistently presents a body of work which exudes an aura of curiosity and provocation." Gus Franklyn-Bute, Editor-in-Chief of ACU|BIEN

"Dr. Lea Haynes interviews London-based artist AJ Silistrie. Read the interview, featuring Silistrie’s thought-provoking images, exclusively for ARC Magazine"

AWARDS

Finalist @

The Times Online Travel Photo Competition 2010

SHOOT THE FACE 2014

Honourable mentions @

Monochrome Awards 2014

Monochrome Awards 2017

Monochrome Awards 2019

Monochrome Awards 2020

Honourable mentions @

Neutral Density Photography Awards 2017

Neutral Density Photography Awards 2020

LATEST NEWS

2025 - Present: Following four years of immersive work in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I have relocated my studio to France. My current practice centers on long-term research and the development of a new series of nature-inspired abstracts.

AJ is a French-Guadeloupean visual artist currently living and working in France. Her practice is defined by a commitment to the series format, which allows her to explore diverse subjects deeply and from a variety of perspectives.

Her visual narratives are profoundly informed by her Afro-Caribbean heritage and a historical interest in the cultural memory of the diaspora. This cultural foundation, combined with an affinity for travel and the natural world, permeates the atmosphere of her work.

AWARDS

LATEST NEWS

2025 - Present: Following four years of immersive work in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I have relocated my studio to France. My current practice centers on long-term research and the development of a new series of nature-inspired abstracts.

March 2022: Group Exhibition: International Woman's Day, Alliance Ethio-Francaise, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2014 - 2019: Urban Art Fair, London, UK (Consecutive exhibitor at Open air gallery in Brixton)

2011 - 2014: Spitalfields Arts Market. Consecutive Exhibitor at Crispin Place, Liverpool Street, London

March 2018:

The ARTBOX.PROJECT, New-York 1.0, Stricoff Gallery, Chelsea, NYC

October 2017: Parallax Art Fair, Chelsea Old Town Hall, London