Becky Beasley's Berlin exhibition explores autobiographical narrative through modular objects and literary allusions
Becky Beasley's showcase at Galeria Plan B in Berlin is open until 9 June 2018, presenting geometric, book-like forms alongside monochromatic images that delve into themes of isolation and anxious connections. Her creations merge minimalist designs with personal narratives, exemplified by Brocken II (2009), a hinged walnut piece that mirrors her father's arm span and nods to Thomas Bernhard. Recent works, including Bearings (IV) (2014), represent longing and the movement of the viewer, while posters reflect her past relationships. Additionally, Flora, A Life (2013) and Oscillating City (2016) investigate concepts of time and space. Three photographs capture Eadweard Muybridge's garden, and Spring Equinox, Morning (Floorboards) (2017) features cyanotype-stained bed linen, hinting at geographical journeys. ArtReview's Summer 2018 issue includes a review of the exhibition.
Key facts
- Exhibition title: Becky Beasley: Depressive Alcoholic Mother
- Location: Galeria Plan B, Berlin
- Dates: through 9 June 2018
- Features geometric, book-like objects and greyscale images
- Includes works like Brocken II (2009) and Bearings (IV) (2014)
- References Austrian writer Thomas Bernhard and photographer Eadweard Muybridge
- Uses cyanotype process in Spring Equinox, Morning (Floorboards) (2017)
- Reviewed in ArtReview Summer 2018 issue
Entities
Artists
- Becky Beasley
- Thomas Bernhard
- Eadweard Muybridge
Institutions
- Galeria Plan B
- ArtReview
Locations
- Berlin
- Germany
- Kingston-upon-Thames
- United Kingdom
- San Francisco
- United States
- Sussex
- Manhattan Island