Television Centre welcomes Paintings in the Sky, an immersive art installation by local artist Matilda Baxendale-Kirby. From Monday 3rd February – Friday 21st February, head on down to Television Centre to experience renaissance-inspired artwork in the seating alcoves of 2TVC Reception and historical orbs on the upper forecourt.

Baxendale-Kirby, a Royal College of Art graduate, is known for her contemporary Renaissance-style paintings that bridge the past and present. Her work draws from classical traditions, reimagining them within modern contexts to explore contemporary societal complexities. Her work has been featured in Royal Academy shows and the British Journal of Photography.

Paintings in the Sky, displayed on the upper forecourt, features LED spheres that illuminate Renaissance-inspired imagery, aiming to reveal the timeless nature of human experience. At first glance, these luminous orbs appear idyllic, but upon closer inspection, they expose unsettling themes of violence and power, reflecting societal struggles of both historical and modern times.

Renaissance Rebirth, featuring in the seating alcoves in Television Centre Reception, merges photography with classical painting, presenting historical figures stepping into today’s world. This series encourages viewers to explore the connections between past and present social gatherings.

Head down to Television Centre to experience the installation!