
In the heart of Soho, where trends rise and fall with relentless speed, one space has remained quietly, defiantly constant: Cuts. This photographic series documents the salon as both a place of hairdressing and a living portrait of community, individuality and London life across generations.Founded in 1979 by James Lebon as a one-chair stall in Kensington Market, Cuts became known for the post-punk and rockabilly styles of the early 1980s before moving to Soho in 1984. Working alongside traditional Italian barbers, the salon challenged convention by welcoming men and women into the same space. Over the following four decades, despite several moves within Soho, Cuts retained its distinctive atmosphere and loyal community.More then a salon, Cuts has always been a social hub where customers are treated like family and individuality is celebrated. It has attracted artists, musicians, designers and local residents alike, while remaining open and egalitarian to everyone who walks through its door.
At a time when London is changing at an ever-increasing pace, this series celebrates Cuts as a rare place of continuity. Through portraits and observations, it explores a space that has remained true to itself, revealing how identity, creativity and belonging can endure within an ever-changing city.




















