About this Event
London based artist and designer Olli Hull invites you to attend his solo exhibition titled 'Act Normal'.
‘Act Normal’ is an introspective exploration of Olli’s own experiences as a queer person living through a time of increasing conflict, isolation, and fear. Through Olli’s paintings and wearable artwork, the exhibition aims to demonstrate ways in which art and fashion can be used as a form of protest and self-realisation
Olli’s up-cycled wearable artwork expresses the increasing need for sustainable practices, and his collection of reworked wedding dresses make comment on the impact that consumer culture, fast fashion, and societal norms are having on our mental health and the planet.
“The wedding dress for me is a potent symbol of outdated traditions that perpetuate un-sustainable practices and damaging norms. Reworking these dresses felt like I got to take back something from a tradition and a belief system that for years has rejected me and my community.” - Olli Hull, 2021
The layout of ‘Act Normal’ aims to blur the lines between art and fashion, painting, and installation. The showcase will consist of a series of wall hanging paintings, and a collection of hand painted wedding dresses which will be displayed on mannequins throughout the space.
There will be a series of railing and pedestals displaying Olli’s latest collection of up-cycled wearable artwork which is currently available to buy at the event or via his online store. There will be a space for attendees to try on garments and the first 50 people to attend will receive a free hand-painted gift from Olli himself!
TICKETS ARE FREE
The two-day exhibition will be held at The Hull Room, 1b Saltoun Road, SW2 1EN, entry is free.
The Exhibition will run for two days:
-Saturday 14th August 12pm - 10pm
-Sunday 15th August 12pm - 8pm
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Hull Room,, 1b Saltoun Road, London, United Kingdom
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