Nick Cave

Nick Cave is a major figure in contemporary art, not to be confused with the musician of the same name. His work moves between sculpture, performance, fashion, sound and social critique. He uses the body as a site of protection, visibility and transformation.

Cave is best known for his Soundsuits, wearable sculptures made from found materials, textiles and objects. They hide the body and change how viewers read race, gender and class. What looks joyful at first often carries a deeper history of violence, fear and resistance.

This tag collects articles and critical readings on Nick Cave, Soundsuits, wearable sculpture and performance art. It also follows identity, race, movement, community and the politics of being seen without being reduced to an image.