Artist
Statement:
‘You
can become rich without having any talent ( via a rollover jackpot). You
can become famous without having any talent ( by abasing yourself on some
TV nerdothon)’ Martin Amis
In a post-religious , post -political, post scientific society, celebrity
offers life to all of us who are not gifted with a natural talent. Victoria
Beckham can’t sing, can’t dance or write music, yet she is
one of this countries leading celebrities. She adorns countless magazines
and her opinion is sought on numerous chat shows. The Beckhams have become
icons for this generation, re-shaping popular culture which redirects
our sense of self-image.
Peter’s work has been to celebrate the celebrity status and question
it’s hold on the individual. Celebrities constantly require media
attention this ensures that as long as you are remembered even after your
death, you will always be alive.
Peter
Hesketh
Bath
Spa University: Fine Art
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