London-based artist Dene Leigh, recognised for his evocative exploration of time, memory, decay, and identity, presents his latest body of work in the solo exhibition Kings & Queens, produced during his residency with the Earls Court Development Company (ECDC). This exhibition marks Leigh’s evolution as a multidisciplinary artist, featuring painting, sculpture and his inaugural film.

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Kings & Queens expands Leigh’s ongoing investigation into the transient nature of memory and time. His past solo exhibitions at Baert Gallery, Los Angeles, examined trauma and the impermanence of memory. Now, Leigh integrates reflections on his Jewish identity and its intersections with other cultural narratives. At the heart of this exhibition is the legendary meeting and cross-cultural love story between King Solomon and Queen Sheba, a narrative celebrated across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This legend, rich with history and multiple interpretations, forms the thematic backbone of the exhibition.

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To read a full essay about the exhibition, download the Press Release below.