Peripheral People, an artwork by Jonathan Armour, a part of the Skinterface collection, is replacing an early version titled The Druid, the Model and the Rebel. The work celebrates the diversity of human bodies as opposed to the idealized forms often seen on billboards. Featuring real individuals from varied backgrounds, this work digitally showcases their unique identities and stories. The artwork was last projected on the exterior wall of the Vigeland Museum in Oslo, culminating the Perfection|Speculation residency.
Featured individuals:
Andrew: World para-pole dancing champion.
Diane: Neurodivergent textile artist.
Elise: Originally from Trinidad, now a leading member of St Marylebone Church.
Josh: Wheelchair user with CP, also identifying as queer and mixed race.
Martin: Legal adviser to Extinction Rebellion, his physique marked by cerebral palsy and adorned with the medieval Mappa Mundi tattoo.
Roy: life model of African and Native American heritage, identifying as queer.
Tim: Retired director of a major retail PLC, known for his total body inkwork.
Vincent: Former RUC officer turned Irish Druid.
Wendyl: leading LGBTQI rights activist.