What's your favourite work of art or exhibition at the Barber Institute of Fine Art?
My favourite exhibition at the Barber Institute of Fine Art has to have been ‘Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue,’ which ran from 22 June to 15 September 2024. Johnson is renowned for her powerful depiction of Black figures, reclaiming their place within narratives of Western art history. The standout artwork for me was ‘Blues Dance’ (2023), a portrayal of a woman immersed in music and movement, brought to life by the vibrancy of the blue and yellow palette in the work. The exhibition was particularly meaningful, not only for its artistic impact, but also for being the first at the Barber to showcase the work of a Black woman.