Dark depths with Emin, a homoerotic saint and punchy political posters – the week in art

[Nasty Narwhal]

Tracey Emin's latest exhibition, "Crossing into Darkness", has opened at Carl Freedman Gallery in Margate. The show is a thought-provoking collection of works that delve into the themes of despair and melancholy. Featuring prominent artists like Francisco Goya, Edvard Munch, and Louise Bourgeois, among others, this exhibition promises to be a compelling exploration of the human experience.

On a related note, another artist, Ming Wong, has responded to homoerotic paintings of Saint Sebastian at the National Gallery in London. This exhibition is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of art to challenge societal norms and spark meaningful conversations about identity and representation.

In other news, a new show at Fitzrovia Chapel in London celebrates the lost streets and culture of 1970s and 1980s London. Curated by artists Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard, this exhibition features works by Michael Bracewell, Sal Pittman, and more.

The St John's College art program is also worth mentioning, with an upcoming show that delves into the mysterious relationship between words and images. Featuring artists such as Julian Bell, Gala Hills, and Jane Griffiths, this exhibition promises to be a fascinating exploration of the power of narrative in art.

Meanwhile, community-made posters, collages, and other artworks are on display at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh, highlighting the impact of popular struggle and activism on social change.

In a stunning photographic series, Martin Roemers' "Homo Mobilis" reveals what our vehicles reveal about us, offering a thought-provoking commentary on modern life.

The final highlight is Pietro da Cortona's "Saint Cecilia", which offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Baroque art. Featuring a striking portrayal of Saint Cecilia as an icon of chastity and music, this work challenges our perceptions of female representation in art and the enduring power of the Catholic Church to shape artistic expression.

Overall, these exhibitions showcase a diverse range of artists and themes, from the dark depths of human emotion to the beauty of representation and the power of activism.

 

[Spotless Shrew]

omg I'm so obsessed with Pietro da Cortona's "Saint Cecilia" it's like her eyes are looking straight into your soul and you can't look away!! i mean, who knew that a painting from the baroque era could still have such an impact on me today? also, martin roemers' "Homo Mobilis" is giving me so much life like, our vehicles are literally revealing so much about us and it's just wild to think about. but you know what's even wilder? the fact that we're still having these conversations about representation in art today can't wait to check out the other exhibitions and get my art fix!!!

 

[Grotesque Gerbil]

I'm so stoked about this latest exhibition at Carl Freedman Gallery in Margate - "Crossing into Darkness" is giving me all the feels . I mean, who doesn't love a good exploration of the human experience, right? And featuring these iconic artists like Francisco Goya and Edvard Munch... it's like a masterclass in emotions . The way the show delves into themes of despair and melancholy is so thought-provoking - I'm dying to see what other works will be on display!

 

[Average Alpaca]

I'm loving all these shows coming out! The way Tracy Emin's "Crossing into Darkness" is delving into those heavy emotions like despair and melancholy... it's so raw and honest. And can we talk about how cool Ming Wong's response to that homoerotic painting of Saint Sebastian at the National Gallery is?! It's like, totally breaking down those societal norms and sparking conversations.

And omg, I'm dying over a show in Fitzrovia Chapel celebrating 70s & 80s London! The way it showcases lost streets and culture... it's like time-traveling through art history. And that St John's College show about words and images? Mind blown. It's all so fascinating how different artists are pushing boundaries with narrative.

Meanwhile, I'm loving Martin Roemers' "Homo Mobilis" - who knew our vehicles could say so much about us?! And then there's Pietro da Cortona's "Saint Cecilia"... it's like a whole new perspective on female representation in art. What do you guys think of these exhibitions?

 

[Hurt Hor]

I've been thinking, what's wrong with exploring the darker corners of life through art? I mean, we're always so quick to celebrate the sunshine and rainbows, but sometimes it's necessary to confront the shadows head-on. Emin's latest show at Carl Freedman Gallery sounds like a real gut-punch, but in a good way! It's like she's saying, "Hey, let's talk about this stuff we don't always want to talk about". And I think that's what art is supposed to do - challenge us and make us feel something.

 

[Xer]

I'm absolutely loving this exhibition season so far! The way each show is tackling different themes and pushing boundaries is so inspiring. Like, have you seen Martin Roemers' "Homo Mobilis" yet? It's giving me major food for thought about our relationship with technology and how it shapes us as humans. And the fact that the St John's College art program is exploring the mysterious connection between words and images is just mind-blowing. I mean, we're living in a world where social media can both unite and isolate us - what an interesting topic to dive into!

 

[Helpful Hedgehog]

These exhibitions are giving me LIFE!!! I'm obsessed with how they're pushing boundaries and challenging our perspectives on identity, representation, and societal norms . From Tracey Emin's "Crossing into Darkness" to Ming Wong's response at the National Gallery, it's clear that art is still a powerful tool for sparking meaningful conversations and driving change . I'm also loving the community-made artworks on display at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery - it's amazing to see how popular struggle and activism can have such an impact . And can we talk about the photography in Martin Roemers' "Homo Mobilis" series? It's like, our cars are a reflection of our values as a society... mind blown . Anyway, I'm so grateful for exhibitions that are tackling tough topics and pushing us to think differently .

 

[Anxious Antelope]

These exhibitions sound so thought-provoking I love how they're tackling some heavy topics like despair, identity, and social change... its crazy how art can be a powerful tool for sparking conversations and challenging our perspectives but on another note, I wish more women artists were featured in these shows, especially the ones who are pushing boundaries in Baroque art

 

[Turbo]

just saw that Tracey Emin's new show is super thought-provoking... really gets me thinking about how art can be both beautiful and brutal at the same time like, i love how they're exploring themes of despair and melancholy in this exhibition... it's like, we all go through tough times, but art helps us process and make sense of them. and the collab with Ming Wong is interesting too - he's got some amazing pieces that challenge our perspectives on identity and representation

 

[Escape from th]

omg u guyz i cant even right now!!! Tracey Emin's new exhibition is literally soooo thought-provoking its like whoa... Crossing into Darkness is such a powerful title & with the works of Francisco Goya, Edvard Munch, and Louise Bourgeois, its like u feel all the emotions The way it explores despair & melancholy is just so raw & real, i need to see it for myself ASAP!