Sian Fan
Lure, 2024
Lure explores manifestations of femininity in the gaming world and other virtual spaces.
Through remixing a complex array of references from Tumblr, Tik Tok and Anime – to name a few, Lure critically reflects upon the fine line between agency and exploitation, beauty and objectification, representation and tokenism.
Interrogating the traditional masculinity of virtual arenas where the artist was made to feel that this world ‘was not for you’, the work counters this discomfort with unapologetically girlish imagery, objects and ethos.
Sian Fan has exhibited internationally including at Tate Modern, Mutek, FACT Liverpool, and the V&A London, as well as producing work with Channel 4, the BBC and Facebook/Meta. Recently she produced a new commission for the major exhibition CUTE at Somerset House, London + touring internationally (2024-25).
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