ACT NORMAL EXHIBITION

This August Olli Hull hosted his first solo exhibition titled ‘Act Normal’. The exhibition, which was held at The Hull Room in South London, was an introspective exploration of Olli’s own experiences as a queer person living through a time of increasing conflict, isolation, and fear.

Through Olli’s paintings and wearable artwork, the exhibition demonstrated ways in which art and fashion can be used as a form of protest and self-realisation.

Olli’s up-cycled wearable artwork expresses the increasing need for sustainable practices, and his collection of reworked wedding dresses make comment on the impact that consumer culture, fast fashion, and societal norms are having on our mental health and the planet.

The showcase consisted of a series of wall hanging paintings, and a collection of hand painted wedding dresses which were displayed on mannequins throughout the space.

There was a series of railing and pedestals displaying Olli’s latest collection of up-cycled wearable artwork, and there was also a space for attendees to try on garments, which was very popular.