Join Mira Connolly for an exhibition of paintings inspired by film directors Andrei Tarkovsky and Béla Tarr.
This showing is a result of Mira’s interest in exploring that which is not seen, or only glimpsed in the shadows. She likes involving the viewer in the creation of her work, inviting them to imagine what is out of sight, thus furthering the narrative of the image beyond the canvas.
Mira prefers to use a limited palette - sometimes just two colours- to create a mood. This tonalist style is evident in this collection, the bulk of which is made up of works based on the films of Andrei Tarkovski and Béla Tarr. In celebration of Noirvember there are also paintings invoking a similar tonal mood.
As the paintings depict life in Eastern Europe, there will be a short reading at the Private View based on her childhood in Yugoslavia.
The paintings are based on images in Tarkovski’s Andrei Rublev, Stalker and Ivan’s Childhood; and Tarr’s Sántántangó and The Turin Horse.
Dates:
Opening event: 22nd November 6.00-8.30
Exhibition: 23nd November – 24th November, 12:00-18:00
Venue: The Chapel at St Margaret's House, 21 Old Ford Road, E2 9PL (Plan your visit)
Access: We are working to make our Grade II listed building more accessible but it will take some time. Please note that entry to the Chapel is not step-free. If you require access support (including our portable ramps), please get in touch via comms@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Dates & Time:
Exhibition open 22nd November - 24th November, 12:00-18:00
Opening Event 22nd November, 18:00-20:30
Ticket price: FREE
Location
The Chapel, St. Margaret's House, E2 9PL