
William Kentridge Featured in The Telegraph for his Royal Academy Exhibition
06 Sep 2022
In his article for The Telegraph, Mick Brown delves into the life and work of South African artist William Kentridge, exploring how his upbringing in a liberal, anti-apartheid family influenced his artistic journey. Kentridge reflects on the normalisation of racial segregation during his youth and how these experiences permeate his multidisciplinary art, which often grapples with themes of memory, identity, and political injustice. The article highlights Kentridge’s unique ability to blend personal narrative with broader socio-political commentary, solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary art. The article notes that Kentridge is returning to London for a major retrospective at the Royal Academy.
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