Claye Bowler (b.1995) makes objects, works on paper, video and performance. His work explores the archive – the body as an archive, hoarding as archiving, and looking at the political priorities of history. He is interested in how queer and trans narratives specifically have been perpetually hidden, erased or destroyed.In this film, Claye talks about what inspired him to create the exhibition Top and why he presented his work as an archive. Claye Bowler: Top is at the Henry Moore Institute, Leeds, until 15 January 2023.
Shot and edited by Minyung Im.
Photos and film courtesy the Henry Moore Foundation.