Grayson Perry: Aspects of Myself
RAMM’s first exhibition of the work of Grayson Perry, one of Britain’s best-known contemporary artists.
This is RAMM’s first exhibition of the work of Grayson Perry, one of Britain’s best-known contemporary artists. From textiles and pots to etchings and woodcuts, Grayson Perry: Aspects of Myself explores a sense of self through a range of media and storytelling techniques.
As an astute observer and chronicler of life in Britain, Perry tackles subjects that are universally human: identity, gender, social status, sexuality, religion and politics. He uses his own experiences to reflect wider narratives about our place in society. Perry says, “I investigate our slippery sense of who we feel we are… the ongoing process of ‘being ourselves’.”
Works such as ‘A Map of Days’ explore how the interests, habits and psychological traits that make up a sense of ‘self’ can be mapped onto towns, reflecting an emotional geography of contemporary society. Other works such as the ceramics, ‘Aspects of Myself’ and ‘Mad Kid’s Bedroom Wall’ show how Perry incorporates autobiographical elements that reflect his own childhood experiences.
The exhibition also features elements from Perry’s ‘A House for Essex’, a secular chapel dedicated to the fictional Essex woman Julie Cope. Rarely are all four large tapestries shown together, so this is a unique opportunity to see them without visiting the house. Through these works and tile moulds from the house’s construction, Perry tells the story of place and belonging.
Please note that some works in this exhibition depict adult themes.
Book your ticket online for a 25% discount on a standard adult ticket.
There are a limited number of 45-minute tours available for this show (for up to 20 people). Tours cost £105 (plus VAT) on top of the total ticket price. If you are an art or education group and would like to book, please ring the museum: 01392 265858.
