Body and Earth

Antonia Penia

20 Feb – 18 Apr | Instituto Cervantes | Manchester

Body and Earth is an immersive exhibition by award-winning artist and photographer Antonia Penia, exploring the intrinsic connection between humans and the Earth.

Through photography, video, and performance, Penia highlights our symbiosis with nature and addresses contemporary issues such as climate change and our responsibility towards the environment.

Penia’s work delves into human vulnerabilities and resilience, focusing on women’s experiences. She views the human body as an expression of freedom, symbolising the beauty of the spirit and our natural need to be free. Known for her bold self-portraiture, Penia’s career began with her project Leave Me Alone (2004), and her first Playboy cover at the age of 26.

Join for the opening night at Instituto Cervantes, Manchester, featuring a guided tour by the artist and a glass of Spanish wine.

The exhibition is free to enter and will be open from Monday to Thursday, from 10:00 to 21:00, and on Fridays, from 10:00 to 14:30.

Opening: 20th February 2025.

Closing: 18th April 2025.