Enter Gallery welcomes Alison Lapper
Alison Lapper is a prominent artist, television presenter and speaker known for energetic paintings and her bold and boundary-pushing approach to life. In her art, Lapper questions notions of beauty and physical normality, and more recently, explores love, grief and loss following the untimely death of her son, Parys.
In today’s blog, we’re chatting to Lapper to hear more about her journey, her new BBC documentary, and to discover more about the original artwork that will be featured in our upcoming group show.
Artistic Beginnings
Alison Lapper was born in Staffordshire in 1965 with a condition called phocomelia, which means she has no arms and shortened legs. Having had an extra-marital affair, Lapper’s mother believed Lapper’s disability was a punishment from God for her indiscretion and put Lapper into care where she remained throughout her childhood and teenage years.
Lapper’s years in care were difficult and her family relationships strained, but art has always been a medium she has turned to for joy.
Date:
1 September 2024
