politics
Catherine Opie: ‘All people have the right to exist’
In Trump’s America, the question of what art is shown in national galleries and museums is a potent one, and Catherine Opie believes she knows when she’s not welcome.
TL;DR
- Catherine Opie's new exhibition is on display at the National Portrait Gallery in London.
- Opie believes her work would not be welcomed at the Smithsonian in the current US political climate.
- Her photography challenges gender stereotypes and focuses on marginalized, queer-identifying individuals.
- Opie has documented various subjects, including celebrities, athletes, political rallies, and family members.
- Her self-portraits, such as 'Self-Portrait/Cutting' and 'Self-Portrait/Pervert,' are iconic works.
- Opie discusses her personal experiences with masculinity and motherhood.
- She is planning a new project exploring cowboy culture and masculinity.
- Opie's core message is that "all people have the right to exist."