Dion Kitson
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| Alma mater | Birmingham School of Art |
| Occupation | Artist |
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Dion Kitson is a contemporary British artist whose works includes sculpture, installation, film, and found objects.[1][2][3] In 2020, Dion Kitson was awarded the ACS Studio Prize.[4]
Early life and education
[edit]Kitson was raised in Dudley, in the heart of the Black Country.[5] He studied at the Birmingham School of Art, where he developed a multidisciplinary approach influenced by Dadaism, street art and conceptual art practices.[6]
Kitson's work examines British cultural traditions, utilizing humour to challenge perceptions of class and identity.[7] His artistic practice often involves reimagining common materials and found objects, influenced by Dadaism and artists such as Marcel Duchamp and Damien Hirst.[8]
Notable works and exhibitions
[edit]Kitson's exhibitions include the following.
- Baked in Gold — Greggs Jewellery Collaboration: Launched during London Fashion Week 2024.[9]
- Rue Britannia (2024) at Ikon Gallery.[10]
- Silver Lining (2024) at Ikon Gallery.[11]
Collaborations
[edit]Kitson has collaborated with comedian Joe Lycett on various projects. Lycett has often featured Kitson's works in his shows. Lycett has praised Kitson, stating that he "understands the state of our nation better than anyone, and why it is the way it is: funny, and beautiful, and dumb."[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Cumming, Laura (12 May 2024). "Artemisia in Birmingham; Jesse Jones: Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon; Dion Kitson: Rue Britannia review – reshaping art history". The Observer. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Wynarczyk, Natasha (10 September 2024). "Greggs launches tasty jewellery range including sausage roll earrings". The Mirror. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Jenkins, Paul (12 September 2024). "From protestor to high profile designer – Who is Dudley artist behind Greggs inspired jewellery?". www.expressandstar.com. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Dion Kitson wins ACS Studio Prize 2020". Artists' Collecting Society. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Rack, Susie. "Birmingham silver-factory exhibition plays on industrial past". www.bbc.com. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Babbs, Verity (7 August 2020). "Dion Kitson: Artists Inside The Industry". Art Plugged. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Fast-Food Fashion: Are We Lovin It?". Esquire. 10 September 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Dixon, Natalie. "Greggs launch 22 Carat gold jewellery collection with Dion Kitson ahead of London Fashion Week". National World. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Greggs enters the fashion world with 22-carat gold jewellery". LDNFASHION. 10 September 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "RUE BRITANNIA Dion Kitson at Ikon and in the JQ". ichoosebirmingham.com. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Trigg, David. "Dion Kitson: Rue Britannia* and Silver Lining**". www.studiointernational.com. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Lissaman, Clare (13 April 2024). "Joe Lycett behind Banksy mural hoax in Birmingham". BBC News. Retrieved 28 October 2024.