A piece of wood or coal that is still red, hot, and glowing after a fire has died down and lost its flames. Something of resilience and perseverance.
For decades, GMB Akash has photographed lives that often go unseen.
His work is rooted in human relationships – in listening, returning and taking the time to know the people and comprehend the lives he photographs.
Beyond circumstance, his images hold moments of strength, tenderness, humour, connection and human dignity.
They ask us simply to look close – with compassion and respect.