Tate Britain presents artist SERAFINE1369: From Darkness into Darkness

This autumn, Tate Britain will present a new installation by SERAFINE1369, the London-based artist and dancer Jamila Johnson-Small (previously known as Last Yearz Interesting Negro 2015-2020).

Called From Darkness into Darkness, the multi-media installation is the artist’s first work for a gallery setting that is not dependent on the live presence of the artist.

SERAFINE1369’s work considers dance as a philosophical enquiry, tool for divination and psycho-spiritual practice.

The exhibition is the latest in Tate Britain’s Art Now series of free exhibitions showcasing emerging talent and highlighting the latest developments in British art.

From Darkness into Darkness features three video works in which the artist transforms into different mythological archetypes of monstrous creatures as metaphor for experiences of being or feeling haunted and a host to multiple entities.

The choreographies captured on camera work with slow, restrained movements in a continuation of SERAFINE1369’s work on themes of control and abandon.

The exhibition features sound from SERAFINE1369’s ongoing collaborations with Josh Anio Grigg, David Panos and Shelley Parker, with lighting design by Jackie Shemesh and latex artefacts by HYDRA.

The show will run until January 3, 2022. Admission is free but it is recommended that timed tickets are booked before visiting.

The exhibition is open daily from 10am – 6pm.

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