England has never exactly been glamorous. Many of the English still insist on embarrassing themselves, wearing laughable clothing, eating terrible food and acting inappropriately. England Uncensored is a laugh out loud warts and all romp through this often badly behaved nation. A comprehensive portrait of the first decade of 21^st Century England, it is not an idealised brochure of a green and pleasant land. The photographs explore all four corners documenting ethnic diversity, the miserable weather and the many characters Dench met along the way. Alcohol inevitably features prominently because whether you’re living it up at Henley Royal Regatta or at a hen party in Blackpool, the nations favourite legal high is never far away. Perhaps it’s the food, drink, weather or something deeper, but so many attending England’s festivals, country house events, sporting fixtures, jollies and jamborees look disappointed and confused, as if they can’t quite understand why they’re not having the marvellous time they were expecting or think they deserve. And many people around the world who view these images of modern England will have incredulous and amused expressions on their faces.

Artist Bio

Peter Dench - made in England 1972. Born on St. Georges Day he weighed in at a hefty 10lb 8oz’s. Having had the privilege to work extensively on assignments across the planet it is to England that Dench consistently points his lens, it is his home and his passion. A keen and astute observer of human nature and in particular some of the more quirky aspects of life, his strong colour reportage style has guaranteed regular commissions from respected national and international clients. Dench’s projects have been widely exhibited. Accolades include a Sony World Photography Award and World Press Photo Award. 

For further information please see www.peterdench.com