My Week With... — Season 1, Episode 2: Lubaina Himid
45 min • 1 season, 3 episodes
Episode synopsis
An extraordinary exploration of Himid's life and working processes over a 7 day period, and when the crew leaves, Kate is left with just an iPhone to capture candid moments and conversations. Given access to Himid's multiple studios and working spaces, Kate gets under the skin of one of Britain" first black female disruptors. Himid's love of Preston, the industrial northern city she calls home is explored. A trip to Blackpool Tower Circus sheds light on early inspirations and a salvage yard hunt reveals more about Lubaina's obsession with breathing new life into old objects.
About My Week With...
Kate Bryan spends a week in the company of female artists to give an insight into their day-to-day lives.