Embodied Memories brings the Gallery
programme to the heart of Southampton
city centre. The exhibition showcases
startling new artworks by Jennifer Anyan,
developed from verbal recollections of
garments and items purchased from
Southampton's old Tyrrell & Green
department store. The exhibits, poised
between sculpture and couture, are made
to be worn and reflect Anyan's practice as
both fashion stylist and artist.
Through Anyan's subtle reinventions– touching, at times humorous but always
respectful – Embodied Memories playfully
explores the gaps between memory,
communication and interpretation.
Also included in the exhibition will be
a glamorous photo-shoot series and
individual sound recordings of the collected
memories, alongside a new, fully-illustrated
publication.
The springboard for this commission has
been Southampton City Council's plans to
transform the old Tyrrell & Green site into
Southampton's new arts complex, including the John Hansard Gallery's long-awaited
city centre space. This exhibition and publication provide a chance to connect the
past with the future.
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Jennifer Anyan, Embodied Memories, 2011
Top: Cilla's Cape with Red Hair. Above: Doreen's Housecoat
Courtesy the artist. Photographs: Chris Overend |
