Sound in Art
Can you hear paintings? Can sound be art? Read on for more about artists who are asking these questions this week...
Sounding Board
Just in time for the half-term break, 180 Studios on London's The Strand, opened a new exhibition last week dedicated to the intersection between art and sound. 'The Vinyl Factory-Reverb' is the largest exhibition of its kind ever staged bringing together over 100 artists and musicians. Site-specific audio installations will be on display by artists such as Jeremy Deller, Hito Steyerl and William Kentridge. A new work by Theaster Gates Amplified will act as a sonic installation in the day, and will transform into a stage for live performances in the evening.
Surprising Sounds
What can hear when you look at this painting? It may seem like an odd question, but when you look closely this 19th Century painting by Henri Rousseau 'Surprised!', it almost seems to come alive! The tiger bears it teeth, as if it is growling, and a bolt of lightning in the background suggests a thunderclap will soon follow. Discover which other senses Rousseau appeals to in this painting by watching our film taught by young presenter Sienna, in our 7-11 category.
Sound Machines
