Catherine Opie: To be seen cooking For over a century

For over a century

Impeccably crafted in a classic design

aware only of the earth’s rumblings

The 2D metal statues are inspired by the Iron Men at Crosby Beach

brought him to life

Catherine Opie: To be seen cooking For over a centuryCatherine Opie is one of the most influential artists of our time, and through her portrait photography she conveys a sense of shared humanity and beauty. At the core of Opies work is a persistent exploration of the evolving ideas around community, identity, and belonging, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. This publication accompanies an exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, developed in close collaboration with the artist. It raises