Shell of Shells

A distant fireworks display is given sinister undertones in this low-resolution, night-vision video work. A fragmented narrative unfolds in the ambiguity between spectacle and threat. This work was commissioned by Sheffield Contemporary Art Forum (SCAF) for the Sheffield Pavilion 2009.

The Sheffield Pavilion 2009 was a screening programme and limited edition book and DVD of video works by eleven Sheffield-based artists commissioned by Sheffield Contemporary Art Forum (SCAF). Artists: Richard Bartle, Chloë Brown, Katie Davies, Hondartza Fraga, Steve Hawley, Esther Johnson, Tony Kemplen, Haroon Mirza, Paul Morrison, No Fixed Abode and Third Angel. It was screened and distributed during the 11th Istanbul Biennial at Buyuk Londra Hotel. The book features an essay by artist / curator Ian White and is designed by Sheffield-based design firm The Designers Republic. Following the launch and screening, The Sheffield Pavilion 2009 toured to: ‘Cross-Cutting’ at Sierra Metro Gallery, Edinburgh, December 11th-20th 2009. Screening at The Showroom Cinema, Sheffield, February 2nd 2010. The Sheffield Pavilion 2009 was selected and produced by Sheffield Contemporary Art Forum – a not-for-profit company working to further the presence and awareness of contemporary art in Sheffield through joint programming, audience development and profile raising activities. The directors of the company were representatives of Bloc, Museums Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University, Site Gallery, S1 Projects, Yorkshire ArtSpace Society and independent artists and practitioners.