Hayley Tompkins on Representing Scotland at Venice Biennale
Hayley Tompkins is teaming up with Corin Sworn and Duncan Campbell to represent Scotland at the Venice Biennale through the Scotland + Venice initiative. Their exhibition is located at Palazzo Pisani in Cannaregio, specifically at Calle delle Erbe, 6103. Tompkins is creating a fresh installation that will fill two rooms, featuring her photographic prints, acrylic paintings on plastic trays, and various found objects. She feels honored to showcase Scotland and is excited to connect with a wider audience through her work. This marks her first visit to the Biennale, and she’s looking forward to seeing pieces by Phyllida Barlow and Sarah Lucas, as well as soaking in the distinct sounds and scents of Venice.
Key facts
- Hayley Tompkins is part of the Scotland + Venice project at the Venice Biennale.
- The pavilion is at Palazzo Pisani (Sta. Marina), Calle delle Erbe, 6103 Cannaregio.
- Tompkins will create a new installation with photographic prints, acrylic paintings on plastic trays, and readymade objects.
- She considers representing Scotland a gift and an opportunity.
- This is her first time attending the Venice Biennale.
- She wants to see works by Phyllida Barlow and Sarah Lucas.
- She has visited Venice once before for a site visit.
- The interview is part of ArtReview's Venice Questionnaire series.
Entities
Artists
- Hayley Tompkins
- Corin Sworn
- Duncan Campbell
- Phyllida Barlow
- Sarah Lucas
Institutions
- ArtReview
- Scotland + Venice
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- Palazzo Pisani (Sta. Marina)
- Calle delle Erbe, 6103 Cannaregio