MILK LEMONADE CHOCOLATE by Trackie Mcleod
Strange Field is proud to present, MILK LEMONADE CHOCOLATE, by Trackie McLeod. In his first solo show, Trackie explores his relationship with nostalgia, unpacking his adolescent years whilst growing up in Glasgow in the 00's.
Time & Location
20 May 2022, 19:00 – 05 Jun 2022, 17:00
The Pipe Factory, 42 Bain St, Glasgow G40 2LA, UK
About the event
MILK LEMONADE CHOCOLATE draws from a time when Trackie had graduated from playing in the street at his Grans bit, to coming of age with peers. The show touches on themes of ingrained masculinity, sexuality and sectarianism, using popular references to unlock memories of the people and places that helped form his artistic practice and Glaswegian identity.
A thrust back in time; to peg guns, barbaric weapons of choice in Lesmuir Drive, Yoker; to Hogmanay, staying up late to watch Only An Excuse and Chewin' The Fat followed by Jackie Bird for the bells; to the Irn-Bru carnival, a playground of winching opportunities, underage drinking and showing off.
This new body of work includes textiles, screenprints, video, sculpture, and works in neon and LED.
Trackie graduated from Glasgow School of Art in 2018 and is represented by Guts Gallery. Recent collaborators include Levi's, The Face Magazine, Kickers, and The Irn Bru Carnival.
Opening times:
Friday 20th May, 7 pm till 10 pm - Preview
Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd May, 11 am till 5 pm
Thursday 26th to Sunday 29th May, 11 am to 5 pm
Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June, 11 am to 5 pm
The exhibition takes place over the ground and first floors of The Pipe Factory building. The ground floor is accessible, with a wheelchair accessible toilet. Unfortunately the 1st floor is currently not wheelchair accessible.
Photography by Alex James
@alexjamesaylin
This exhibtion is supported by Creative Scotland.