Well, today I (Charlotte) hit London's Art Galleries in search of inspiration and it's safe to say I definitely found it.
My 'Art Adventure' began at the Michael Hoppen Gallery. Arriving at South Kensington (the nearest tube station) I took a short walk down the prettiest of streets which lead to a small gallery hidden behind scaffolding. Inside, in the large, almost office like studio space hung the bold and beautiful Fashion Photography of iconic Guy Bourdin - A true diamond in the rough.
This was my favourite image from the collection, I haven't seen it before and with embroidery being one of my top trends for A/W 2012, I can see this being a big inspiration on my upcoming work.
I was in the area so decided to pop into the V&A to check out 'Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration' (it's a reasonable £5 for a student admission)
I’m a great fan of Cecil Beaton, and I think his sketch books and negatives are most reviling, When I see them they are some familiar and oozing with his signature style I feel like I knew him. Don't judge dedicated photographer speaking here ;) But the images are truly stunning. I highly recommend you all head down there - and student admission is a mere £5!!
Although be warned: if you go at lunch time on a week day, do prepare for battle with the Grannies for a space in front of the images.
Finally I went to my home turf, the Tate Modern (a small stroll from my house), to see the famous Yayoi Kusama. I was a bit spectacle at first as I didn't know much about her prior to the exhibition, except to expect spots. But I was blown away! I don't even think I can describe in words how inspiring it was, it’s really something you should experience firsthand. UV polka-dot rooms, and the Infinity Mirrored Room - "Filled with the Brilliance if Life" - was exactly what it says on tin. You leave feeling 'Wowed' & fulfilled and as if you have stepped into another world...her world. A DEFINITE MUST SEE.
Also currently in the Tate is 'The Unilever Series: Tacita Dean Film' Photos below.
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