Dee King’s début solo show ‘All the King’s Men’ showcases her body of work of the same name, an exploration of male’s with great achievements, accross a diverse range of professions, including; actors, artists, directors and writers, humanitarians and Queen’s Councillors. Among them, Christopher Richardson and William Burdett-Coutts – both major contributors and instigators of the Edinburgh Fringe, Sir Roy Strong – former director of the National Portrait Gallery and the V&A.
King captures the persona of her sitters through a subtle but intimate exchange between photographer and subject, she seeks to unravel the hidden depths that transcend the various layers of masculinity that cloak today’s man. The project sets out to engage with these accomplished, respected male figures, who give so much to their disciplines but may be relatively unknown to the public. Through this engagement, King utilises the moments of intimacy to capture a moment of honesty in her sitters. The portraits form an impressive series of faces, expressions and reactions.
Lambda C-type prints and Dibond mounting by Genesis Imaging.
About Dee King
King originally studied European literature at Cardiff University and then went on to become a French teacher. During this time King converted her basement into a darkroom where she began to produce black and white portraits. She then went on to study photography at Richmond School of Art. In 10 years of professional practice, King has undertaken multiple commissions in both commercial and editorial photography, as well as pursuing her own interests in fine art and portraiture.
All the King’s Men
2nd – 30th October
MPA Gallery
Reeds Wharf
33 Mill Street
London
SE1 2AX