The Artist Dining Room | Faith Ringgold

On Friday 18th October, The Artists Dining Room at Guest Projects invites you to an unforgettable evening, exploring the extraordinary work of American Artist Faith Ringgold, in the setting of a 1970's hot Harlem jazzy rooftop night.

For this unique occasion, Ringgold's long-time friend and American Contemporary Art Gallery (ACA) gallerist Dorian Bergen as well as chef Karl Gritton and set designers Ibrahim Cissé and Imann Gaye will collaborate to create a unique dining event celebrating Ringgold's work, the surrounding Black Harlem culture of the time.

Jazz-infused music will include live performances of Ringgold's songs and guests will have a chance to interact with the novelty of Faiths creations while dining on a 3-course Soul Food inspired menu, under a recreation of the Harlem night sky.

Faith Ringgold took inspiration from her own childhood in Harlem. Much of her art explores social and political themes and features powerful women, especially African American women.

“All you need is somewhere to go you can’t get to any other way. The next thing you know, you’re flying among the stars.”

~ Limited Availability ~

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About The Artist Dining Room :
The Artist Dining Room is a unique dining event located at artist Yinka Shonibare’s Guest Projects space in East London. Collaborating with London-based chefs, the space holds a series of bespoke artist-led supper clubs, offering an alternative dining experience where creative minds can engage and immerse themselves in the life and works of an artist through culinary delights.

Previous supper clubs have been inspired by artists and art movements, including Louise Bourgeois, David Lynch, Kurt Schwitters, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, Richard Hamilton, Sophie Calle, Kara Walker, Nan Goldin, Francesca Woodman, Christo and Jeanne-Claude, Derek Jarman, Leonora Carrington, and The Futurist Supper.

About Guest Projects:
Guest Projects is an initiative conceived by artist Yinka Shonibare CBE which offers the opportunity to practitioners, of any artistic discipline (dance, visual arts, music), to have access to a free project space. Alongside Regent’s Canal, Guest Projects provides an alternative universe and playground for artists. It is a laboratory of ideas and a testing ground for new thoughts and actions.