This striking image is just one of many displayed in Battersea Library this month as an exploration of coming out as gay in different cultures.
Running until March 1, the Ethnic Minorities Coming Out exhibition examines the difficulties faced by people who hope to be accepted by their community.
The photographer, known simply as Sonalle, said: “As an Indian British-born female, I am aware of the difficulties of coming out in ethnic minority societies.
“Family members and friends often suffer due to their own narrow-mindedness and this leads to hurting or rejecting the person coming out.
“Education and increasing awareness can help develop more openness and understanding whilst reducing internal conflicts.”
For more information and opening hours, call Battersea Library in Lavender Hill on 020 8871 7466.
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