Grayson Perry: We Shall Catch it on the Beaches

Tranny potter

One of the best-known British artists of today, Perry (b. 1960) employs a wide variety of techniques and materials. His works range from large woodcuts, tapestries and cast-iron sculptures to prints, dresses and even an entire house. Perry calls himself “a tranny potter” and explores a climate in which people fear difference and retreat to the safe confines of their own group.

Grayson's Art Club

On the occasion of the award of the prestigious Erasmus Prize 2021 to British artist Grayson Perry, the Bonnefanten presents *We Shall Catch it on the Beaches. A tribute to this exceptional artist. Perry's top pieces from the Bonnefanten collection are shown together with new work that was created during the pandemic. These recent and topical works of art were part of the popular British TV programme Grayson’s Art Club.

Hope

The programme aired during the lockdowns in Britain and provided a hopeful and enlightening break from the constant stream of disturbing news. In Grayson's Art Club, Grayson and Philippa invited viewers to create and send their own art to the programme. The works that were submitted, and the often moving stories behind them, connected the audience with the artist and with each other.

A work a week

In each episode, Grayson and his wife Philippa also created an artwork around a theme, such as home, family or travel. Reflections on the small, domestic life are alternated with reflections on Brexit and the pandemic. One of the new works created by Grayson Perry himself is We Shall Catch it on the Beaches. A colourful vase covered with visual reflections of the British people during the corona pandemic.