The Art of the Body

In this episode we revisit Paula Rego’s work to talk about the body, reproductive justice and abortion rights.Listen to Polyester Zine’s editor in chief, Ione Gamble and curator, writer and researcher, Maggie Matić talk to artists Polly Nor and Rene Matić about Paula Rego, their own work, and Polyester’s recent zine Saving Ourselves.See the Paula Rego exhibition at Tate Britain 7 July – 24 October 2021.**Please note that this episode contains sensitive content, including discussions on abortion which some audiences may find upsetting.**The Art of the Body is a Polyester Zine production for Tate. Produced by Ione Gamble, edited and produced by Olivia Graham.Photo: © Rikard Österlund  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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