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Kirsty Wark Meets Artist Bridget Riley

Celebrated artist Bridget Riley shot to fame in the 1960s with a series of black and white geometric artworks. In an exclusive interview, she talks to Kirsty Wark about her childhood in Cornwall and the impact of war on her art, on learning from her own mistakes, and on the importance of studio space for young artists.

English
  • Originally Aired June 5, 2021
  • Runtime 26 minutes
  • Production Code m000x3qb
  • Network BBC Two
  • Created November 20, 2021 by
    Atellyer
  • Modified May 14, 2023 by
    vin1