On the Triumph and Purpose of Art: Jeremy Deller and Ben Luke

TALK On Triumph and Purpose in Art: Ben Luke and Jeremy Deller in Conversation

Ben Luke talks to Jeremy Deller about his influences, rituals and motivations. The conversation will touch in particular on The Triumph of Art, a nationwide performance culminating in Trafalgar Square this year, that marked how festivals are part and parcel of art, culture and civic life, and how art and artists can be catalysts of collaboration and joy. This conversation follows another between the pair that features in Luke's new book, published by HENI, What is art for?, a collection of interviews titled after the final question Luke asks each guest in his A brush with… podcast, and which collectively sheds light on shared passions and fascinations of artists.