rom a young age, Thomas J Price was acutely aware of the absence of people that looked like him among the sculptures in the V&A. It's a collection that has informed his practice and with which his work is in dialogue in this display at the museum. In this film, Price discusses how his work raises questions of representation, perception and power, prompting us to think about the nature of monuments: who is represented and why? His sculptures occupy space, but, just as importantly, they 'make' space – space for discussion, for inclusion, and for what he calls "experiences in radical empathy". Combining a love for material with an acute observation of the language of sculpture, Price challenges established, exclusionary, social constructs to create a greater sense of connection, self-worth and shared experience. Thomas J Price at the V&A is on until 27 May 2024.
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Thomas J Price
