The Stuckists Punk Victorian - Walker Art Gallery

Walker Art Gallery

The main show was in a large gallery at the Walker which normally houses works from the contemporary collection. The paintings were hung in a manner akin to the "salon" style, using the whole height of the wall. "Founder and featured artists" were each given their own space, while representative works from other UK and international artists were grouped accordingly. There was also a free-standing display of work which satirised the Tate Gallery and the Turner Prize.

The Gallery posted a notice:

VISITOR NOTICE: THE STUCKISTS PUNK VICTORIAN
Stuckist artists believe in "honest and uncensored expression". Their wide range of subject matter includes themes of a sexual and violent nature. Some of the images in this exhibition may not be suitable for children.

The show was extended from two to five months and the Walker called it "a really, really popular show and very successful."

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