Leirner was born in Sao Paulo in 1961, where she lives and works today. Her use of found objects is rooted in the post-minimalist, Arte Povera tradition of subverting commercialisation by creating art from valueless, discarded materials. Always deeply personal, Leirner's work draws overtly on her own experiences - spirit levels built into many of the sculptures on display at White Cube Mason's Yard are an explicit reference to the sense of balance she sought in drugs and lost because of them.
In their positions,
though, these measuring devices display an equilibrium that might be extended
to describe the art itself. Leirner has steered clear of the kind of obvious,
emotive content that could turn an exhibition like this into another glib look
down skid row, instead creating nuanced work to tell her nuanced, multifaceted
story.
What | Junkie: Jac Leirner, White Cube |
Where | White Cube Mason's Yard, 25-26 Mason's Yard , London, SW1Y 6BU | MAP |
Nearest tube | Green Park (underground) |
When |
18 Mar 16 – 14 May 16, Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm |
Price | £Free |
Website | Click here for more information |