Becoming Christine stands as a pivotal showcase of the enigmatic complexity of Christine Beynon, alongside visual artist Amanda Dunsmore. This sublime exhibit comprises of framed ‘selfie’s’, an immersive narrated audio installation, and a grandiose filmed video portrait.
The Galway Arts Centre was honored to host Christine Beynon in 2017, captured in stunning photographs by the talented Paul McCarthy.
In 2012, Amanda Dunsmore was commissioned to collaborate with esteemed members of the Galway County LGBTQI+ community in Ireland. This memorable endeavor gave rise to the deep bond between Dunsmore and Christine, ultimately leading to their artistic collaboration and subsequent nationwide exhibition tour. By means of Dunsmore’s groundbreaking social art practice and the compelling narration of Christine’s life story, Becoming Christine takes great strides in representing the trans community and contributing to the larger societal narrative of Ireland’s LGBTQI+ community.
The illustrious exhibition of Becoming Christine, showcasing the fusion of portraiture and artistry, pays homage not only to an individual’s journey of self-discovery, but also reflects the momentous socio-political transformations that have transpired in Ireland and England over the course of the last six decades. Christine’s vulnerability and bravery in sharing her personal journey is a vital contribution to the ever-evolving inclusive culture of Ireland.
Commissioned by Galway County Council’s Percent for Art initiative in 2012, with generous support from Arts Council Ireland through a Major Project Award in 2016, this landmark exhibition of Becoming Christine continues to inspire and provoke thought.
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