1-14 SEPTEMBER, 198@45 GALLERY, UNIT 45, GRANVILLE ARCADE, BRIXTON MARKET, LONDON SW9
On Wednesday 1 September the first ever art exhibition organised by London Underground staff showing their own art work goes on display at The 198 at 45 Gallery in Brixton Village SW9. Out of Uniform is a unique event displaying paintings, photographs, poets and musicians who when in uniform work as supervisors, ticket sellers, drivers and gate line staff. Two special guests will already be in the gallery to welcome you – Boris Johnson and Ken Livingstone – as their signed portraits will proudly be on display.
These staff are showing a complete different aspect of their daily working lives. Modern people living uncomplicated lives who have exceptional and surprising hidden talents. Millions of customers use the network everyday experiencing regular excellent customer service – just ask Ken and Boris. Now here is an opportunity to view a different aspect of these dedicated friendly LU staff.
It’s OK – you don’t need your Oyster card to enter the show (just use it to get there!). Be prepared to be surprised at the diversity and talent on view – a poetic Supervisor, a musical ticket seller and a photographing station assistant. Then there are the individual websites and a documentary film to view.
Your perception will be changed forever and your Underground experience will never be quite the same. Just think – Art really does live and breathe on London Underground, whether it is in or Out of Uniform.
