‘The Indignity of Speaking for Others’: A Small History of the Artist Group Common Culture

A short history of the artist group Common Culture, reflecting upon their influences, struggles, successes and critical engagement with the art world, academia and celebrity culture. Beginning with their critical and humorous response to the roving biennale Manifesta, the narrative gives insight into their shifting working practice, as they adopt a variety of strategies to reflect upon class, Britishness, consumer culture and the art school.