The Mona Lisa, Starry Night and Water Lilies, all famous paintings by famous painters and most of all, very decent. These are the kind of paintings one could expect at the Tate Britian where the most elegant expositions are held. From june to September the Tate Britain will be functioning as the exposition area for Gerald Scarfe, but he decided to do things differently.
LONDON 07/06/2010 – At the moment the Tate Britain hosts the exposition of Gerald Scarfe, Rude Britannia. This expositions exists out of several paintings, statues, and sculptures that are quite provocative. Scarfe has made several inappropriate prints of the leaders of Britain as well, there are images of David Cameron, Nick Clegg and Mary Whitehouse. The painter even received a thank you letter from the Prime Minister himself, Mr. Cameron declared that he was happy that someone could be renewing in the expression of sexuality in Comic Britih Art. According to Scarfe the prude people of England might be upset, nut are ought to learn that sexuality is a healthy thing. The exposition will remain on display until September 5th.
Well there you have it! Finally, someone who breaks the spell of the prude reputation of the English.
I rather like the idea of a controversial expedition in the Tate Britain, it is refreshing and new. I took a look at the drawings and pictures of Mr. Scarfe and I actually liked it. Normally I am not a fan of modern art but I really liked his use of actuality and humour. I can understand that the conservative part of England does not approve but sometimes you must open your mind to something new and I believe this is a perfect opportunity.
Marijn
Source:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/art/art-news/7808622/Rude-Britannia-exhibition-opens.html
I really like the way you write it is very clear and it shows that you have a big vocabulary. But to be honest I really don't get your introduction.. -,-'
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