Dark Ballad has built an impressive library of collaborations over the last few years – most notably in the series of limited edition hand-printed t-shirts featuring a diverse roster of creatives. In Collusion, his upcoming show at Sydenham’s Chapter1 Gallery, Dark Ballad will present the cohesive collection: more than twenty artists, each represented by t-shirts, prints on paper and the carved printing blocks themselves – an insight into the process of collaboration, both technical and relational. Exploring woodblock printing’s possibilities and surveying connections across disparate corners of local creative communities, Collusion is sure to be a fascinating look into Dark Ballad’s practice and how networks are built. We sat down with Dark Ballad for a chat about the show, what it reflects about his experiences and how you can get involved in the wider programme of activities.
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