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An artist's eye view of an election rally in Kenya

Kenyan-British artist Michael Armitage observes the visual spectacle and atmosphere of a political gathering, in his home town of Nairobi, Kenya. He films video footage on his phone for research, before re-imagining the most striking images in sketches and oil paintings in his studio.
Photo: Artist Michael Armitage films supporters at the final election rally of the National Super Alliance opposition coalition in Nairobi, Kenya. Credit: Anthony Irungu

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