Scotland and Wales will represent themselves at the Venice Biennale in 2026, with Scotland being represented by the artist duo Bugarin + Castle and Wales by artist Manon Awst and critic Dylan Huw. The Scottish duo will present a sculptural, performance, and moving image work curated by Mount Stuart Trust, exploring emotional themes through the lens of a parade. Bugarin + Castle aim to address gendered performance and colonial narratives in their work. The initiative is supported by Creative Scotland and commitment for future participation in 2028 and 2030 has been made by Scotland + Venice.
Davide Bugarin and Angel Cohn Castle, known as Bugarin + Castle, will represent Scotland at the Venice Biennale with a work focusing on complex emotional legacies.
Wales will be represented by artist Manon Awst and critic Dylan Huw, collaborating on their presentation during the event.
The work by Bugarin + Castle will engage with themes of gendered performance and colonial sound control, confronting narratives on identity.
Scotland + Venice is funded by Creative Scotland and the British Council Scotland, marking their commitment to participate in the biennials of 2028 and 2030.
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