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🎵 Two RCA artists explore the history of @kokocamden! Over 10 weeks Danielle Reuther and Leonie Cameron created work at the iconic Camden landmark that has hosted performances by Charlie Chaplin, The Rolling Stones, Madonna and Prince. @leoniecameron.art (MA Sculpture, 2023) used hand constructed textiles, casting and found objects to explore themes of care, protection and resistance through a queer, feminist lens. "I began to investigate KOKO through the eyes of what was left behind, collecting remnants from around the venue and after events, and intertwining these artefacts with the research I had been doing." Danielle Reuther @dansmellyal8r (MA Photography, 2023) comes from a background in documentary. During the KOKO residency Danielle used research from historical archival images, newspapers, building records and oral histories to memorialise the storied buildings that make up the multiple arms of KOKO today. "The KOKO spaces have such varied histories that there is a wealth of inspiration but there are still a contained number of places where an idea can spring from." The Spatial Value Residency supports artists and curators exploring the intersection between art practice and the formation of spatial values. It was Established by KOKO and RCA Tutors @rutbleesluxemburg and @__sarah__staton__. As part of the residency, curator @brennahorrox (Curating Contemporary Art, 2021) developed an outreach project with the local Camden community for children and young people. The results of the residency were exhibited at KOKO Gallery from 8-10 September 2023. Read their story ➡️ link in the RCA bio. #KOKO #Camden #LocalHistory #CommunityArt #Photography #Sculpture