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Pump House Gallery

Shake It:
An Instant History of the Polaroid
6 October - 12 December 2009

From the lyrics of OutKast's pop anthem Hey Ya to clues laid out for the amnesiac protagonist in Christopher Nolan's film Memento, the Polaroid has had a significant impact on contemporary culture. This exhibition will bring to light some of the more intriguing and innovative examples in the history of the Polaroid photograph, exploring its cultural significance and the diversity of its applications. 

Besides work by some of the most important artists working with the medium, the show will also include Polaroids from other diverse professions and disciplines such as forensics, archaeology, medicine, filmmaking and fashion, as well as those of amateurs and enthusiasts.

Opening times
Thur and Sun 11am-5pm
Fri and Sat 11am - 4pm
FREE ADMISSION

Further details and information contact

Pump House Gallery
Battersea Park
London SW11 4NJ
020 7350 0523
pumphouse@wandsworth.co.uk
http://www.pumphousegallery.org.uk

Pump House Gallery is a contemporary art space distinguished by its unique four-storey Victorian building and idyllic location, beside the lake in Battersea Park. Part of Wandsworth Borough Council, it is the only public art gallery in the borough, presenting at least six exhibitions a year platforming work by emerging and established contemporary artists, in both group and solo show, and educational projects involving the local community.

Getting there: Tube - Sloane Square and then bus 137 to Battersea Park. Mainline - Battersea Park Station.

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