Wayne Barker’s ‘Super Boring’ Exhibition

A major exhibition of older and new works by Wayne Barker, a leading figure in South African Contemporary Art

Wayne Barker has challenged convention and pushed the boundaries of art-making for twenty five years. As a multi-media artist; deconstruction and subversion underpin Barker’s unique brand of conceptual expressionism. His art always probes the complex history of South Africa.  

Super Boring is not a mid-career retrospective but rather an exhibition of new work which draws on themes, techniques and strategies that Wayne Barker has been utilizing and developing over his entire career. In this sense it is not just a summary of his work to date but also a glimpse into what the future holds. 

In this new exhibition he develops and expands the complex web of issues and styles which comprise his entire oeuvre. From the digital manipulation of Modern South African Art to the incorporation of traditional craft to subtle chaotic Expressionist gestures beside neatly outlined Afro-Pop imagery to the ever-present signature neon signage.

The opening will be followed by a ‘super boring’ party that promises not to live up to its name. 

There will be a shuttle service departing at 16:45 from La Perla, Sea Point and the Kimberley Hotel and returning late.

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