Bétonsalon - Paris

Deeply rooted in her activity as a shepherd and her flock of pedigree Lleyn sheep flock on her farm in Wexford, Orla Barry’s work offers a singular and comprehensive reflection on the living conditions of a rebellious, feminist 'Punk Bo-Peep', subverting the gendered stereotypes and patriarchal norms that shape the representations of the farming milieu, either idealized or silenced. The exhibition will feature a selection of works by Orla Barry, centred around the performative installation Spin Spin Scheherazade. Composed of various modules, including a podium, printed texts on panels, sculptures and audio recordings, Spin Spin Scheherazade will be activated at several moments by performer and long-time collaborator Einat Tuchman.