Mervyn Diese is a London born artist working with photography, film, painting and performance. His work reflects his passionate interest in politics and social issues such as homelessness, racism and betterment of the “lower classes”. His involvement with countercultural activities extends back to the 1980`s, when he combined a career as a commercial artist with a passionate engagement with the punk rock scene and the squatting movement.
Today he uses film and video to develop new ways of expressing himself, conveying his views on current issues connecting to the gentrification of the east end.
Tonight’s program consists of three flms, with live score by Mervyn Diese (oil-can ukelele, kazoo), featuring Mark Wastell (percussion):
WHAT IS PEACE
THE CLOUD THAT SAT ON LONDON
JELLYFISH.
