Art V Porn: The Naked and The Nude exhibition

Local artist Jamie McCartney shared his thoughts on how to decipher the difference between erotic art and pornography at a debate last Saturday (February 22). With use of imagery to demonstrate his points, McCartney illustrated just how difficult it is to draw the line between art and porn. The inte

Art V Porn: The Naked and The Nude exhibition

Local artist Jamie McCartney shared his thoughts on how to decipher the difference between erotic art and pornography at a debate last Saturday (February 22).

Jamie McCartney

With use of imagery to demonstrate his points, McCartney illustrated just how difficult it is to draw the line between art and porn.

The internationally recognised experimental artist famed for his Great Wall of Vagina sculpture then went on to give an in-depth Q and A session, answering questions surrounding the art/porn debate.

The debate was a curtain raiser to the opening of The Naked and The Nude exhibition at the Warehouse Gallery which runs until March 8, where McCartney’s work is included amongst those on display.

For further details on Naked and Nude, CLICK HERE:

What: The Naked and The Nude

Where: Warehouse Gallery, 128 Gloucester Road, Brighton

When: Until March 8

Time: 10:30am – 5:30pm Wednesday – Sunday

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