{"product_id":"joy-gregory-catching-flies-with-honey-hardcover","title":"Joy Gregory: Catching Flies with Honey - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGilane Tawadros\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis stunning exhibition catalog offers a groundbreaking retrospective of Joy Gregory's four-decade career, providing an in-depth exploration of her contributions to contemporary art.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGenerously illustrated with 200 color images, this book presents a comprehensive collection of Gregory's most iconic works, alongside rarely seen and newly commissioned pieces. Organized to coincide with a major retrospective exhibition at London's Whitechapel Gallery, the catalog spans her career, from her early analogue photography to her innovative use of digital media, video, textiles, and installation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGregory's approach to art is characterized by a striking ability to catch flies with honey--to engage with complex and often difficult topics such as post-colonialism, beauty, and identity through works that captivate with their nuance and visual allure. Her use of beauty and craftsmanship draws viewers into deeper contemplation of histories of the transatlantic slave trade, language endangerment, and the diasporic experience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInsightful essays by leading scholars explore these themes and situate Gregory's work within the broader context of contemporary British and international art. A thought-provoking conversation with Deborah Willis delves into the importance of archives in preserving marginalized histories. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for those interested in contemporary art, photography, and the intersection of culture, activism, and identity, this monograph is both a visual treasure and a vital resource for understanding Joy Gregory's profound influence on the cultural landscape.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGILANE TAWADROS\u003c\/b\u003e is Director of the Whitechapel Gallery, London, and former founding Director of Iniva (Institute of International Visual Arts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.88 x 11.02 x 8.58 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 13, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43154401263679,"sku":"9783791376615","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/GyW3RHutlM9783791376615.webp?v=1776956478","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/joy-gregory-catching-flies-with-honey-hardcover","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}