Friday 13 September 2024
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Celebrate the opening of our new exhibition
Glynn Vivian at Night, Friday 13 September, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
This will be a free event. No booking required
Exhibition dates, 13 September 2024 – 5 January 2025
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery is delighted to present an exhibition of the work of artist Skin Phillips, a photographer who has been at the heart of the skateboarding scene as it evolved from an underground movement to a multi-billion dollar industry.
This exciting exhibition showcases Phillips’ iconic photography from Swansea to Los Angeles, capturing some of the most defining moments in skateboarding history.
Renowned for his work with San Diego’s Transworld Skateboarding magazine, Skin Phillips has been a pivotal figure in documenting the skateboarding world. His photography not only captures the adrenaline and artistry of skateboarding but also narrates the cultural shift from an underground subculture to a global phenomenon. The exhibition will feature a curated selection of Phillips’ most influential images, as well as unseen images, archival materials, spanning decades of skateboarding evolution.
In addition to showcasing his early works, Phillips has been commissioned to create a new series of photographs capturing the contemporary Swansea skateboarding scene, which will be acquired for the Gallery’s permanent collection. The new commissions are part of ‘We Are All Artists’ supported by the Culture & Tourism Anchor at Swansea Council and funded by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund. This series will highlight the vibrancy and diversity of the local skateboarding community, reinforcing the cultural significance of skateboarding in Swansea.
Free drop in workshops
No booking required
All ages welcome
Mini DIY skatepark workshop
Learn to make your own cardboard skatepark using household materials, model making and painting techniques
Big Screen Skateboard Video Games
Have a go at some of the ultra-realistic modern next generation skateboard games.
Free entry, everyone welcome
Café and bar open – card payments only
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