Palimpfest

A POP UP EXHIBITION BY BA FINE ART YEARS 2&3 

7 to 14 December 2023

Installation of the show will take place at various stages between 7th and 14th Dec to represent an ongoing dialogue with process (a way of working which underscore the Fine Art Programme). Like a palimpsest the show can be viewed at these different stages of formation. 

The Winchester School of Art Global Smart Lab was established to advance research at the interface of art and design with respect to smart technologies, experiences and living. Ranging across the domains of health, well-being, education, learning and leisure, the Lab is focused on core challenges relating to the futures of AI, AR and VR, social and smart technologies, inclusivity, data culture and sustainability. In order to address real-world problems and challenges, we encouraged multidisciplinary collaborations and provided our students with opportunities to engage with world-leading researchers, external partners and end users.  

A close-up poster shows a textured white and brown costume or sculpture with large feathers and a dark circular eye-like element in the upper left. Text over the image announces “PALIMP FEST,” a pop‑up exhibition by BA Fine Art Years 2 and 3, with event details for Thursday 14 December from 2pm to 4pm.
  • A contemporary gallery installation features abstract sculptural pieces made of textured materials arranged on a colorful floral-patterned rug. The background includes large windows and a wall mural with soft pastel shapes and a cartoon-like face.
  • A gallery installation features two abstract sculptural pieces made of mixed materials positioned on a colorful floral-patterned rug. Behind them, a large geometric painting hangs on the wall, with three smaller circular artworks to the left and a window to the right.
  • A gallery installation features a large textured artwork in shades of blue mounted on a white wall, with pieces of fabric on the floor beneath it. To the left is a dark abstract sculpture, and to the right, a hanging mobile made of curved metallic and black elements.
  • A gallery installation features an abstract sculptural piece made of mixed materials on a colorful floral-patterned rug in the foreground. In the background, a large blue textured artwork hangs on the wall alongside other abstract sculptures and small framed pieces.
  • A person in a dark jacket stands in an art gallery, looking at brown-toned artworks on the wall depicting interior scenes with chairs. In the foreground, there is a sculptural piece made of layered cardboard shapes.
  • An art gallery with a white-walled interior displays various contemporary artworks, including a translucent sculpture on a tall table, a large blue textile piece on the back wall, and hanging abstract installations. The floor is gray and the space is lit with ceiling spotlights.
  • A gallery installation features two abstract sculptural pieces made of mixed materials positioned on a colorful floral-patterned rug. Behind them, a large geometric painting hangs on the wall, with three smaller circular artworks to the left and a window to the right.
  • Two wooden tables with metal legs display small sculptural objects, including cylindrical shapes and a wooden box labeled “REMNANT OF WAR.” The room is dimly lit with a spotlight highlighting the tables against a plain wall.
  • A white rectangular display box contains scattered colorful beads and a black sphere, with two rows of small, brightly colored artworks mounted on the wall behind it. A single blue-toned print hangs on the adjacent wall.
  • Two people stand in an art gallery near a wooden table displaying abstract black and white sculptures, with several sepia-toned portraits and interior scenes mounted on the wall behind them. Another colorful artwork is visible on the adjacent wall, and part of a third person is seen on the right edge of the image.
  • A gallery space with large windows features an abstract sculptural piece made of mixed materials positioned on a colorful patterned rug. In the background, a tall grid-like structure made of square frames stands near the windows, allowing natural light to fill the room.
  • A gallery installation features two abstract sculptural pieces made of mixed materials placed on a colorful floral-patterned rug. Behind them, a large wall mural with a cartoon-like face and pastel shapes is visible, along with smaller artworks and a white sculptural piece on a pedestal.
  • A gallery space with white walls displays architectural drawings and models, while several people stand and converse in small groups. In the foreground, a table holds drinks, snacks, and empty cups, suggesting a social event or exhibition opening.
  • Two people stand in front of a white wall examining four monochrome drawings clipped in a row. One person is pointing at a drawing while holding a phone, and the artworks feature abstract and organic shapes.
  • A group of people are gathered in a contemporary art gallery, viewing colorful paintings on the walls and sculptural pieces on display. The space features white walls, bright lighting, and a mix of hanging and freestanding artworks.
  • A group of people are gathered in a contemporary art gallery, viewing and discussing artworks displayed on white walls. The space features hanging sculptures, framed pieces, and colorful paintings arranged throughout the room.
  • Several people are viewing and discussing artworks displayed on a white gallery wall, which includes paintings of landscapes, animals, and abstract designs. Sculptural pieces made of translucent material and other mixed-media works are arranged on tables and the floor nearby.
  • A group of people stand and talk in a contemporary art gallery featuring mixed-media sculptures arranged on a patterned rug in the center. The space includes hanging installations, framed artworks on white walls, and large windows in the background letting in natural light.
  • A group of people stand and talk in a contemporary art gallery with white walls displaying small framed artworks and drawings. The space is well-lit with track lighting, and some sculptural elements are visible in the foreground.
  • Three people stand closely viewing a large blue and turquoise woven textile artwork displayed on a white wall. The scene is partially framed by out-of-focus wire elements in the foreground, adding depth to the image.
  • Two people stand in a narrow gallery hallway looking at small artworks displayed on the wall, while another person is visible further back in the corridor. A single framed piece hangs on the left wall, and the space is lit with overhead lighting.
  • A group of people stand and talk in a contemporary art gallery featuring colorful abstract artworks on the walls and mixed-media sculptures on the floor. The space includes a large blue textile piece, hanging installation, and a patterned rug with sculptural elements.
  • A wooden table with thin metal legs displays abstract sculptural pieces made of light-colored materials, illuminated by a spotlight. The background wall features several dark-toned artworks arranged in a collage-like manner.
  • A dimly lit gallery space features a hanging sculpture illuminated by a spotlight, casting a shadow on the floor. In the background, additional artworks and installations are visible against white walls.
  • A minimalist gallery space with white walls displays small framed artworks and colorful pieces on shelves. A white pedestal with a black object on top stands in the center of the room under track lighting.
  • A contemporary art gallery with white walls displays various colorful paintings and mixed-media artworks, including a wooden table sculpture in the foreground. In the background, a large wall mural with abstract shapes and a face-like design is visible, along with other sculptures and hanging pieces.
  • A contemporary gallery space with white walls displays small artworks arranged in a grid, along with larger framed pieces and a glass case containing two pillows. In the background, a white pedestal with a dark object on top stands near the far wall.
  • A gallery corner displays colorful abstract artworks on white walls, including small framed pieces and textured blue shapes. In the center, a wooden table with thin black legs holds sculptural objects made of cut-out materials.
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