Shonibare art exhibition

From City Scene, published on 1 March, 2009.

Discover the work of one of United Kingdom's most sought- after contemporary artists, Yinka Shonibare MBE, at Auckland Art Gallery's New Gallery until 1 June 2009.

The exhibition, Yinka Shonibare MBE, is the most comprehensive showing of the artist's work to date, and includes painting, sculpture, photography and film.

Mr Shonibare's work explores the ideas about African contemporary identity and the legacy of European colonialism in the present. His work seeks to playfully stimulate debate about culture, authenticity and issues of identity today.

After this showing, the exhibition will continue on to New York and Washington DC.

Visit Auckland Art Gallery for more information or phone 379 1349.