Some mad genius has combined Beryl Cook and Tom of Finland in one exhibition.
15 May–25 August, 2024 Studio Voltaire, London
At Studio Voltaire, fleshly excesses are explored in pairings that underscore their works as playful and political. In pairing their work, including archival materials which have never been seen by the public, this two-person presentation will provide a significant refocus and reveal interconnected ideas surrounding gender, sexuality, taste and class.
A nice overview of the show and the rationale behind it is in This Guardian piece gives a nice overview of the show and the reasoning behind bringing these two seemingly very different artists together. Turns out they have a lot in common.