FAMILY SATURDAY

WITH IMOGEN MORRIS

Families are invited to experience Artemisia Gentileschi’s masterpiece Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria (about 1615-17), and create collaborative artworks in response.

Gentileschi’s painting is complimented by an immersive exhibition by contemporary artist Jesse Jones, which is rich with symbolism, referencing ancient Irish traditions of healing water rituals. Images on fabric are drawn around the space, obscuring and revealing the artworks. Artist Imogen Morris leads a session for families to create mixed media scenes, with layers of drawing, collage and fabric.

This event is organised to coincide with Ikon’s exhibition National Treasures: Artemisia in Birmingham (10 May – 8 September). It is presented as part of Ikon’s 60th anniversary year.

Jesse Jones’ exhibition is supported by The Ampersand Foundation, Culture Ireland, Arts Council of Ireland and The Finnis Scott Foundation.

About the artist

Imogen Morris is an artist based in Birmingham who makes mixed media portraits, primarily using nail and thread. Morris also leads workshops for school and community groups and works as an Art Therapies Facilitator throughout the West Midlands

About Family Saturday

Family Saturday takes place on the first Saturday of every month – join us for a drop-in creative activity, led by a local artist. Open to all ages. Please consider making a donation for this free activity.

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Free, suggested donation £5

No need to book, just drop in

This event is open to all families and aimed at all ages. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Events Room, First Floor

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VENUE

Ikon Gallery

1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HS

Image Credits

1. Artemisia collage. Image courtesy of the artist. 2. Imogen working on a public artwork in nail and thread for Bankside Hotel, London

Exhibition 10.05.2024–08.09.2024

National Treasures: Artemisia in Birmingham

Jesse Jones: Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon

Ikon is a partner in National Treasures, a key strand of the programme celebrating the National Gallery’s Bicentenary, NG200. Ikon presents a masterpiece by Artemisia Gentileschi (1593-1654 or later), Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria (about 1615-17). Wrapped around the Gentileschi work, and made as a direct response, is a solo exhibition by contemporary Irish artist Jesse Jones, whose artistic practice crosses film, sound, performance, sculpture and installation.

Events/Performance 11.05.2024–07.09.2024

WATER RITUAL: MIRROR MARTYR MIRROR MOON

As part of Jesse Jones’ solo exhibition Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon, Ikon hosts a unique water ritual. Participants are invited to experience an interactive eye-cure ceremony, which transmits Irish folk collecting practices and prepares visitors for a private encounter with Artemisia Gentileschi’s Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria (about 1615-17).

Exhibitions 06.02.2023

National Treasures 2024

Ikon is proud to be a partner in National Treasures 2024, a key strand of the programme celebrating The National Gallery’s Bicentenary.

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