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Stacey Gillian Abe: Shrub-let of Old Ayivu
Stacey Gillian Abe: Shrub-let of Old Ayivu
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Stacey Gillian Abes' debut monograph, Shrub-let of Old Ayivu, accompanies her first London solo show at Unit London. The book explores the key themes of Abes' work, including her expressive and symbolic indigo portraits, and features insightful written contributions from Flavia Frigeri and Serubiri Moses. Abes' work reflects her past and memories, highlighting her personal experiences and relationships to her community. The color indigo has become crucial in reshaping narratives surrounding the black body.
Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: Hurtwood Press
Stacey Gillian Abes' debut monograph, titled "Shrub-let of Old Ayivu," serves as a captivating accompaniment to her inaugural solo exhibition at Unit London. Spanning her artistic journey to date, the book delves into the profound themes that resonate throughout Abes' work, offering a deep exploration into her expressive and symbolic indigo portraits.
Contributions from Flavia Frigeri, an art historian, lecturer, and Chanel Curator at the National Portrait Gallery, and Serubiri Moses, a renowned writer and curator, enrich the narrative of "Shrub-let of Old Ayivu." Additionally, a captivating conversation between the artist and Catherine McKinley, curator and author of the critically acclaimed books "Indigo: In Search of the Color that Seduced the World" and "The Book of Sarahs: A Family in Parts," adds depth and insight to the publication.
Abes' artistic practice reflects her rich past and personal memories, showcasing her personal experiences and profound connections to her community. Renowned for her captivating indigo skin-tone paintings, the color has assumed a pivotal role in reshaping narratives surrounding the black body, eliciting a powerful and transformative response.
Through her meticulous craftsmanship and profound exploration of themes, Stacey Gillian Abes' debut monograph "Shrub-let of Old Ayivu" establishes her as a noteworthy artist, inviting viewers to embark on a captivating journey through her artistic world.
Weight: 1240g
Dimension: 300 x 235 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780903696685
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