Pushing paper
contemporary drawing from 1970 to now
Past exhibition
12 September 2019 – 12 January 2020
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Celebrating the power of contemporary drawing, this display explored how artists have used drawing to examine themes including identity, place and memory, pushing the boundaries of the medium further than ever before.
Featuring work from well-known artists including Rachel Whiteread, Richard Deacon and Anish Kapoor, as well as emerging artists such as Rachel Duckhouse and Adel Daoud, the selection was chosen from more than 1,500 contemporary drawings in the Museum's collection.
Currently enjoying a resurgence in practice and teaching, this display was a timely celebration of drawing. As the first display dedicated solely to contemporary drawing, Pushing paper marked an important moment for the Museum and its contemporary collections.
