Jeremy Deller Discusses British Pavilion at Venice Biennale and Artistic Approach
At the 2013 Venice Biennale, Jeremy Deller showcases his exhibition, English Magic, in the British Pavilion, which will be open until 24th November 2013 and will later travel to venues across the UK in 2014. A Turner Prize recipient in 2004, Deller considers this pavilion a pivotal showcase. His portfolio features installations, films, and public works, including Sacrilege (2012) and The Battle of Orgreave (2001). Last year, he had a mid-career retrospective titled Joy in People at the Hayward Gallery in London and co-curated the ongoing Folk Archive (2000–). Additionally, he guest-edited the June issue of ArtReview, featuring contributions on notable figures like Adrian Street and Ken Russell, advocating for artistic freedom and immersive experiences.
Key facts
- Jeremy Deller represents Britain at the 2013 Venice Biennale with English Magic in the British Pavilion.
- The exhibition runs until 24th November 2013 and will tour UK venues in 2014.
- Deller won the Turner Prize in 2004 and co-curated Folk Archive with Alan Kane.
- His works include Acid Brass (1997), The Battle of Orgreave (2001), and Sacrilege (2012).
- Deller guest-edited a special section for ArtReview's June 2013 issue.
- He commissioned articles on wrestler Adrian Street and filmmaker Ken Russell.
- Deller's mid-career survey Joy in People opened at the Hayward Gallery in London last year.
- He describes his artistic approach as playful and provocative, aiming to reach broad audiences.
Entities
Artists
- Jeremy Deller
- Alan Kane
- Adrian Street
- Ken Russell
- Francis Bacon
- Ken Loach
- Mike Leigh
- Derek Jarman
- David Bowie
- Bob Smith
- Mike Pitts
- Damien Hirst
- Picasso
- Jude Law
Institutions
- British Pavilion
- Venice Biennale
- La Biennale di Venezia
- British Council
- Hayward Gallery
- ArtReview
- BBC
- National Health Service
- British Museum
- Museum of Art Philadelphia
- Turner Prize
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- London
- United Kingdom
- Britain
- America
- United States
- Iraq
- Philadelphia