Lubaina Himid
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Exhibitions
Lubaina Himid: Invisible Strategies
2017 - Modern Art Oxford, Oxford, UK
A solo exhibition that provided a comprehensive overview of Himid’s career, showcasing her work in painting, installation, and printmaking. The exhibition explored themes of cultural history, identity, and the legacy of colonialism, emphasizing the overlooked contributions of African diaspora artists.
The Turner Prize
2017 - Ferens Art Gallery, Hull, UK
Himid was awarded the Turner Prize in 2017, making her the first Black woman to win the prestigious award. The exhibition featured a selection of her works that challenge historical narratives and address themes of race, gender, and politics.
Navigation Charts
2018 - Spike Island, Bristol, UK
A solo exhibition that explored the legacies of colonialism and slavery, focusing on the experiences of the African diaspora. Himid’s paintings and installations reimagined historical events, offering alternative narratives that highlight the resilience and creativity of Black communities.
Lubaina Himid: Naming the Money
2004 - Hatton Gallery, Newcastle, UK
This installation featured life-size painted cut-out figures that tell the stories of enslaved Africans who were forced to work as servants and entertainers in European courts. The work critically examines the erasure of Black histories and the commodification of Black bodies.
Five Black Women
1983 - Africa Centre, London, UK
One of Himid’s early group exhibitions, which she also curated, that brought together the work of Black female artists in the UK. This exhibition was instrumental in addressing the lack of representation of Black women in the British art scene.
The Thin Black Line
1985 - ICA, London, UK
Another significant exhibition curated by Himid, which featured the work of Black female artists. This exhibition was pivotal in challenging the exclusion of Black artists from mainstream galleries and advocating for greater diversity in the art world.