Lacon, A.P., Whipps, S., 2014.
Reference Works: Changing British & Chinese Libraries Through the Lens of British Artists
| Output Type: | Exhibition |
| Venue: | Multi-culture Library (8th Floor, North), Guangzhou Library, China |
| Dates: | 25/11/2014 - 25/2/2015 |
| URL: | www.britishcouncil.cn/en/programmes/arts/upcoming-arts-activities/libraryofbirmingham |
| Number of Works: | 15 |
Andrew Lacon and Stuart Whipps are interested in the relationship between the new libraries of Guangzhou, China and Birmingham, UK. Both cities have recently built iconic new libraries and have an official memorandum of understanding. Before their arrival in Guangzhou, Lacon and Whipps made a series of black and white photographs in their studio in the UK. These photographs depict bricks that conform to the ratio of the block work of the Guangzhou library exterior and use the materials, concrete and plywood, utilized in the construction of Birmingham Central Library. The photographs are an attempt to understand the structure and form of Guangzhou library from afar.
During their time in Guangzhou they will be making and exhibiting new work in the library. These works will be introduced to the existing works on display within the space, creating an almost collage of their time and working process whilst in Guangzhou.