As a follow-up to his famous Bondi Beach nude photograph, American artist Spencer Tunick is set to create another large-scale mass nude art event — this time on Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge on October 27, 2024.
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The announcement comes less than two years after Tunick’s headline-grabbing dawn shoot at Bondi Beach, where 2,500 brave souls shed their clothes in the chilly morning air. The Bondi event, which took place in November 2022, saw participants from all walks of life come together to create a living artwork on one of Australia’s most famous beaches.
Tunick’s upcoming Brisbane installation, titled “RISING TIDE,” aims to celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and Brisbane’s LGBTQIA+ community. The event is expected to draw parallels with the Bondi Beach shoot, which also highlighted themes of body positivity and environmental awareness.
Participants in the Brisbane event can expect a similar experience to those who took part in the Bondi installation. Early rising will be essential, as Tunick is known for his pre-dawn shoots to capture the perfect light. The artist’s rapid working style, which he describes as feeling like “there are police behind me trying to arrest me,” ensures that participants aren’t left exposed for long periods.
While the Bondi Beach installation faced initial resistance from local authorities, it ultimately went ahead with overwhelming public support. The Brisbane event appears to have secured full cooperation from local officials, with the Story Bridge set to be closed to traffic for the duration of the shoot.
In addition to the live installation, Tunick will be showcasing his first Australian projected video exhibition from his TIDE series at the Brisbane Powerhouse. This exhibition, running from September 28 to November 10, will offer those who missed the Bondi Beach event a chance to see Tunick’s work in a different medium.
Published 17-September-2024