From the 14-meter-long “Black Star,” a ship docked in an elevated pool, to a series of immersive, luminescent installations, Tavares Strachan highlights hidden histories at the Hayward Gallery at London’s Southbank Centre. The artist’s large-scale survey, There Is Light Somewhere, explores his continuing interest in history and its intersections with science, exploration, and culture.

Strachan (previously) often taps into the legacy of the portrait bust, drawing on sources ranging from ancient Egypt and Rome to early-modern examples that have typically celebrated wealthy,  white European men. The artist turns this custom on its head by highlighting Black figures who have been historically ignored or intentionally overlooked, delving into what it means to be recognized or belong in the world. The theme of light often appears in his work through the use of neon or the contrast of brightness and shadow.

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