About Nathan Coley
Nathan Coley was born in 1967 in Glasgow, Scotland. His work questions how we relate to public spaces and architecture. It is driven by research centring around the social aspects of our built environment and the communities and individuals who occupy it. In his text sculptures, Coley uses various sources such as historical documents, plays, and overheard stories to re-contextualise phrases or words.
Coley has had solo exhibitions held at Parafin London (2017), Kunstverein Freiburg, Germany (2013), Scheepvaartmuseum, Amsterdam (2011), and Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh (2004) among others.
In 2007 he was shortlisted for the Turner Prize.
About Sussex Modern
The exhibition is being co-ordinated by Sussex Modern in partnership with Lewes District Council, South Downs National Park and Plumpton College, funded by UK Community Renewal Fund as part of a wider project to promote Sussex as a place for high-quality wine, world-class culture and breath-taking landscapes.
Sussex Modern brings together 36 destinations which each contribute to the county’s modern, independent spirit. From a range of Sussex-based wineries and vineyards to well-known art exhibits including Charleston House, Ditchling Museum, and Towner Gallery, Sussex Modern helps curate discovery experiences for tourists that all connect along southern England in Sussex. On their website, you can plot your visit to the South Downs – enjoy a wine tour, have some lunch, take a walk and enjoy an art show.
