Brian Homer: Birmingham’s Visual Architect | Birmingham News

Brian Homer, the visionary photographer, designer, and entrepreneur who helped shape Birmingham’s cultural landscape, has died at 80. Co-founder of the iconic photography magazine Ten.8 and pioneer of community magazines Grapevine and Broadside, he later built a thriving design agency focused on public sector work. A lifelong libertarian and Aston Villa fan, he also co-founded Villa Matters and championed modern jazz through photography and live music. His lens captured Birmingham’s transformation — mirroring his own restless, creative spirit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/sep/16/brian-homer-obituary More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e14323bb270fdb4 Report issues to [email protected].