Photos by myself.
Barbara Walker is a British artist described by art historian Eddie Chambers as “one of the most talented, productive and committed artists of her generation.” Her first major survey exhibition is on show at Arnolfini, Bristol, this Spring 2025 (since 08 March - and until 25 May 2025 ).
Being Here charts the artist’s compelling figurative practice, from the 1990s to our days. British artist Barbara Walker was described as one of the most important British artists working today.
Following a hugely successful run at The Whitworth Being Here presents almost 60 extraordinary artworks, including rarely seen early paintings of Walker’s family, friends and community in her home city of Birmingham, along with her Turner Prize nominated monumental drawing series Burden of Proof (2022-23), which illustrates the impact on the lives of those affected by the Windrush scandal.
“To be an artist to create in times of adversity, is, I believe, to be optimistic. In my work as an artist, I have sought to make ‘positive images’, or perhaps images that will have a positive impact. I love working with people who are not used to having their voices heard. People who are often made visible in only the worst ways. I want to help make people visible in the best ways possible, by creating affirming images that speak of and to humanity.” - Barbara Walker
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Barbara Walker: Being Here at Arnolfini is accompanied by a programme of workshops, community and live events.
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