Research Visit: Hayward Gallery and Tate Modern

Hayward Gallery

Our recent class visit to the exhibition, ‘Kiss my Genders’ by various artists at the Hayward gallery was an insightful encounter with artists, sculptors, photographers and performing artistes dealing with issues of sexuality, individuality and gender stereotypes.

Nickolas Hlobo, Ribbon on canvas

Some of my favourite pieces in the gallery depicted within abstract forms, the complex concepts of gender identity and fluidity, through found materials and multiple mediums.

Some represented social movements utilising art as a medium of raising awareness and bringing about positive change.

Tribal art as a means of depicting sexuality
Abstractions of gender identity in Indian Mythology

Tate Modern

The vast exhibits and galleries of the Tate can hardly be covered on a single tour, but the insightful artwork housed within, surely calls for repeated inspiring visits to the brutalist museum.

An eclectic display cabinet
Digital print
Purification, by Barthelmy Toguo

Some artworks dealt with the topic of terrorism, cultural intolerance and racial bias, some of the main issues for my group’s manifesto. Through differing mediums and viewpoints, the works inspired each of us in different ways.

The view of the Skyline along St. Paul’s Cathedral from the Viewing platform was a stunning piece of art in itself, depicting the life and evolution of the city, over time..

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