Critical Conversations

Nobody Lols Here Anymore

Kate Land, Sarah Werkmeister, Keemon Williams, Kate Woodcroft

Event: 17 April 2021, 2 - 3pm

Hailey Atkins, Drivel Bucket 2021. Courtesy the artist.

Why is everyone so serious all of a sudden? Where have all the LOLs gone?

In conjunction with the exhibition, LOL, join Outer Space for a discussion around the use of humour in art. How can art dismantle power structures? How can humour be an effective communicator in contemporary art practice? What do we miss when humour is removed? Can humour act as a form of catharsis, or a vehicle through which to engage complex ideas? 

In conversation with exhibition curator Sarah Werkmeister, artists Kate Land, Keemon Williams, and Kate Woodcroft discuss how they use humour to connect with their audiences.

Metro Arts
97 Boundary St
West End QLD
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NOTE: Metro Arts is wheelchair accessible.