THE SADDEST SHOW ON EARTH
AN EXHIBITION BY SOPHIE GREEN

Acclaimed contemporary artist and conservationist, Sophie Green, is exhibiting her latest collection of work; ‘Commodities’ in this haunting art exhibition, ‘The Saddest Show on Earth’. This provocative body of work unpacks themes of consumerism, exploitation, and environmental despair with each hyper-realistic painting serving as a mirror to our shared complicity. The Saddest Show on Earth offers guests a space for pause and reflection.

“A world in which we exhibit the most beautiful creatures on this planet on plinths like exhibits in a museum is sadly not too far removed from the world we currently live in – a world where we use animals and nature for our food, entertainment, fashion and labour. I have always aimed to use my artwork to connect people with nature and inspire them to make a difference.

But I have also always been fascinated by the relationship between humans and animals. I would like to introduce you to my latest collection of work; an exploration of animals as ‘Commodities’. This is not a celebration of nature. This is wildlife void of both wild and life.” - Sophie Green -

The Saddest Show on Earth aims to raise awareness and money for conservation causes worldwide, including, but not limited to, work undertaken by The Born Free Foundation.

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About the Artist

Sophie Green is a contemporary artist, conservationist and broadcaster, known for her hyper-realistic paintings. Green’s work, described by National Geographic as a bridge ‘between photography and reality’, often serves as a cultural critique and raises awareness for issues surrounding animal welfare and the environment.

Green is outspoken in her views on using art to raise awareness for conservation issues. In an interview with CNN, Green stated that she wanted her artwork to connect people with nature. She is an ambassador of the Jane Goodall Institute UK and has raised large sums of money for conservation causes through her art. Notable highlights of Green’s career include showcasing her artwork at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow and the Houses of Parliament, as well as co-hosting the Wildlife Artist of the Year awards multiple years running alongside actor Robert Lindsay.

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Find Sophie Green on social media here:

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https://www.sophiegreenfineart.com/commodities

​TICKETS ​

FREE ENTRY - no booking required

Optional charitable donation will be available at the door

18th - 30th March 2025

Open daily: 11.00 - 19.00

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RUN TIME

We would advise that guests may wish to enjoy this exhibition for anything between 30 minutes to 2 hours

ACCESS INFORMATION

This Exhibition is entirely wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets available too.

Please email enquiries@thevaults.london if you have any specific access requirements or questions.
 

AGE RATING

This Exhibition is suitable for all ages. Recommended parental guidance for children under 14

FURTHER WARNINGS

Please be aware that this Exhibition contains themes, imagery and content that may be upsetting, including but not limited to themes of animal cruelty.

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FURTHER INFORMATION
Enter the Exhibition at Leake Street, SE1 7NN

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