Grayson Perry

Grayson Perry's irreverent, acclaimed look at the art world, now published in paperback. Now that Grayson Perry is a fully paid-up member of the art establishment, he wants to show that any of us can appreciate art. After all, there is a reason he's called this book Playing to the Gallery and not Sucking Up to an Academic Elite. Based...

In The Descent of Man, acclaimed artist and writer Grayson Perry turns his keen, critical eye to the subject of masculinity in contemporary society. This thoughtful and often humorous examination delves deep into what it means to be a man today and how these expectations impact broader societal issues. Perry interrogates the roots and expressions of modern masculinity, tracing its...

The Tomb of the Unknown Craftsman is a treasure hoard from a distinct civilisation. The difference is that it is a civilisation of one. The territory it springs from is my imagination. ... The relationship between my personal themes and obsessions and the vastness of world culture as represented in the British Museum is like a narrow pilgrimage trail across...

During the pandemic, Grayson Perry helped the nation find comfort and company through art during the hit TV series Grayson's Art Club by Swan Films for Channel 4. Each week Grayson hosted the show from his studio with his wife, Philippa (and often their cat, Kevin). Using video chat, Grayson spoke to famous artists and creatives about how they were...