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Amelia Cross's 'Rules of Disappearance' at Incubator, London

exhibition · 2026-09-08

Amelia Cross is set to unveil her inaugural solo exhibition in the UK, titled 'Rules of Disappearance', at the Incubator gallery in London, running from 10 September to 4 October 2026. Curated by Angelica Jopling, this showcase includes 'sewn paintings' that delve into the intersection of fashion and art. Cross, who completed her master's in painting at the Royal College of Art in 2025, previously studied bespoke tailoring at the London College of Fashion. Her significant pieces, such as 'Prefect' and 'Marketing Graduate', reflect influences from artists like Yoko Ono and Domenico Gnoli, embedding concealed messages, notably in 'The Price of Privacy'. Her career gained momentum with 'Neck (Study)' in 2024, utilizing greyish beige Belgian linen and merging painting, pattern-cutting, and sewing techniques.

Key facts

  • Amelia Cross's first UK solo show 'Rules of Disappearance' opens 10 September 2026 at Incubator, London.
  • The exhibition runs until 4 October 2026 and is curated by Angelica Jopling.
  • Cross studied bespoke tailoring at London College of Fashion and completed a master's in painting from the Royal College of Art in 2025.
  • Her work 'Prefect' features a painted button and a badge that reads 'perfect'.
  • 'Marketing Graduate' includes the phrase 'Tailored for Blue Chips' inside the collar.
  • Cross's creative breakthrough came with 'Neck (Study)' in 2024.
  • She has conducted archival research at the V&A and the Goldsmith's Textile Collection.
  • Her work 'The Price of Privacy' includes a confessional letter sent to the buyer.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Incubator
  • Sarabande
  • London College of Fashion
  • Royal College of Art
  • V&A
  • Goldsmith's Textile Collection
  • Nino Mier Gallery

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • New York
  • United States
  • Portugal

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