Inspired by Barbara Steveni’s radical practice as an archivist and artist, we’ve charted some of the incredible archival collections across our city. If you’re unable to take part in Eloise Hawser’s Thames Path walk, why not take your own self-guided trip through the city – with plenty of collections that you can visit in person.
Tag: research
Anna Ridley: Conversations Between Ourselves
Designer, Director and Producer Anna Ridley was one of nine women Barbara Steveni included in her project Conversations Between Ourselves.
Belkis Ayón: Curators in Conversation
Curators in Conversation was recorded live on Friday 1 November 2024.
Meet the Artists behind Tender Grounds, 2024
Explore the creative journeys of our four Platform Graduate artists. They provide a deeper look into the inspirations, processes, and themes that shape their work.
A Look Closer: How Belkis Ayón uses Gaze
In Belkis Ayón’s work, the eyes are the sole facial features depicted. Discover how through her watchful figures, Ayón redefines the gaze, using it as a channel for connection and confrontation.
A Look Closer: Hidden References in Belkis Ayón’s work
In this series, we unpick how Belkis Ayón explores themes of power, sacrifice, and gender through subtle references to art history and the religious canon.
Killed for a secret… Princess Sikán
Explore the mythology of the Abakuá and discover how artist Belkis Ayón brought Princess Sikán to life through detailed collography prints.
Curators in Conversation: Monica Sjöö
Watch co-curators of Monica Sjöö: The Great Cosmic Mother, Jo Widoff and Amy Budd, discussing Sjöö’s life and work.
Watch: Monica Sjöö Short Film
Step into the world of Monica Sjöö and hear more about her life, work and inspiration in this short film.
Monica Sjöö: The Reading List
Amy Budd, the co-curator of our current exhibition, shares the inspiration and research behind the show, and the key texts that shaped their understanding of Monica Sjöö’s work.