Tate Collective Open Call Collection 2.0

In 2019, during the COVID-19 Pandemic, Tate Collective invited young artists, aged 16-25, to respond to selected artworks from their collection. What was unique about this exhibition was that it didn't happen in the Tate Museums or galleries, but on billboards all across the city of London! These inspired works, which range from make-up looks to poetry, are currently around the city in an attempt to make art more accessible, and introduce the general audience to classical works through contemporary interpretations. According to Maria Balshaw, the Director of Tate, and Tobi Kyeremateng, a panellist, ‘The aim has also been to spread a message of hope and creativity during the pandemic, a time of global despair and uncertainty.’