Phoebe Collings-James Presents New Sculptural Works at Pitzhanger Manor
This spring, artist Phoebe Collings-James will present new sculptural and ceramic pieces at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery. This marks the initial United Kingdom display for these creations. The exhibition, titled 'Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house,' will include more than seventeen artworks. These encompass clay paintings, armor-like forms, and sculptures, many at human dimensions. The pieces will occupy the primary exhibition spaces and the Breakfast Room within the historic residence once owned by architect Sir John Soane. Collings-James, born in 1987, is a Jamaican British artist. Her practice explores themes of language, emotion, and aggression, manifested through varied surfaces, finishes, and intricate textures. Her art has been displayed internationally in cities such as Berlin and New York. The new works are informed by ancient cuneiform inscriptions and Ashanti storytelling traditions. The artist's cross-disciplinary approach, which includes significant engagement with audio composition, also influences the pieces. Several sculptures belong to an ongoing series.
Key facts
- Phoebe Collings-James is presenting new sculpture and ceramic work.
- This is the first UK showing for these specific works.
- The exhibition is titled 'Phoebe Collings-James: a rose, a bridge, a house.'
- Over 17 works will be displayed, including clay paintings and armor.
- The works are mostly human-scale.
- The exhibition is at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, Sir John Soane's former home.
- The artist is Jamaican British, born in 1987.
- The works draw on cuneiform tablets and Ashanti folklore.
- The artist's practice includes sound design.
- The exhibition takes place in spring.
Entities
Artists
- Phoebe Collings-James
Institutions
- Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Locations
- UK
- Berlin
- New York