London art exhibitions, installations and events - photos and chat

[editor]

I enjoyed this - plus it's only £9 for Lambeth residents

In photos: Dear Earth exhibition at the Hayward Gallery – runs until 3rd Sept 2023 - urban75: art, photos, walks

Inspired by artist Otobong Nkanga’s suggestion that ‘caring is a form of resistance,’ the Dear Earth exhibition at the Hayward Gallery brings together 15 artists from around the world. Exploring the interdependence of ecologies and ecosystems, as well as our emotional connection with nature, the...

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[CH1]

Possibly a more intimate show than many posted here, but in central Brixton at Block336

Epiphany (Temporaire) | Ort On The Road | Ort Gallery

Ort Gallery & ICF are thrilled to announce Epiphany (Temporaire), a solo exhibition of new work by artist Exodus Crooks curated by Orphée Kashala. The exhibition is a partnership between Ort Gallery and ICF, and is presented as part of ICF’s residency at Block 336. Exodus Crooks’ work for this...

ortgallery.co.uk

Opening 25 August - lasts until 17th September

 

[blossie33]

Possibly a more intimate show than many posted here, but in central Brixton at Block336

Epiphany (Temporaire) | Ort On The Road | Ort Gallery

Ort Gallery & ICF are thrilled to announce Epiphany (Temporaire), a solo exhibition of new work by artist Exodus Crooks curated by Orphée Kashala. The exhibition is a partnership between Ort Gallery and ICF, and is presented as part of ICF’s residency at Block 336. Exodus Crooks’ work for this...

ortgallery.co.uk

Opening 25 August - lasts until 17th September

Looks interesting, I'm from Birmingham but not familiar with the Ort Gallery - just checked and I see they are in the old Moseley Art School building where two of my uncles went.

 

[editor]

This was so good - easily one of the best things I've seen all year.

In photos: Finnegans Wake by Anselm Kiefer at the White Cube Gallery, London, August 2023 -

Easily one of my favourite exhibitions of the year, Finnegans Wake by German artist Anselm Kiefer was a true assault on the senses, like waking up in someone's chaotic and fevered dream. The gallery gives the background to the work: In ‘Anselm Kiefer – Finnegans Wake’, the artist’s new...

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[Griff]

Went to the Immersive Dali thing in Brick Lane yesterday.

Not really too much to it, but the room with the AI loop was excellent and you could sit there taking in the visuals for hours.

But the VR room was amazing, totally blew me away, what a fucking trip.
Mrs.Griff freaked out a bit walking into the room and missed a treat though.

On till Sunday and worth a visit just for those two rooms.

 

[blossie33]

This was so good - easily one of the best things I've seen all year.

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In photos: Finnegans Wake by Anselm Kiefer at the White Cube Gallery, London, August 2023 -

Easily one of my favourite exhibitions of the year, Finnegans Wake by German artist Anselm Kiefer was a true assault on the senses, like waking up in someone's chaotic and fevered dream. The gallery gives the background to the work: In ‘Anselm Kiefer – Finnegans Wake’, the artist’s new...

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Yes, it was great - managed to catch it before it closed
As I said to one of the staff, imagine having to pack that all away at the end of the exhibition!

 

[editor]

Sadly only one day left to see this wonderful work

In photos: Look But Don’t Touch – photorealistic art by Callum Eaton at the Carl Kostyál gallery in Mayfair, London, September 2023 -

The Carl Kostyál gallery is currently showing the outstanding exhibition ‘Look but don’t touch’, by the young artist Callum Eaton. I just loved the work, but the gallery serves up the necessary arty flannel: “Having pursued that particular painterly perfection of photorealism since his time at...

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[blossie33]

I like the way the subjects of his artwork contrast with the surroundings of what I guess was originally quite a posh old house!

 

[editor]

I'm really liking the Centre for British Photography, which is just off Piccadilly. Free entry and interesting exhibitions.







This is coming up:

In photos: Landscape Trauma at the Centre for British Photography, Piccadilly, London -

The Centre for British Photography is proving to be an excellent addition to the London gallery scene, going some way to compensate for the loss of the Getty Images Gallery which closed in Jan 2019. I visited recently to catch the last days of the Landscape Trauma exhibition, which featured the...

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[editor]

This on until the 29th October:

Frieze Sculpture 2023: A walk around the remarkable open air sculptures in Regent’s Park, London, October 2023 -

One of the highlights of autumn in London is getting to visit the annual free public art exhibition in Regent's Park. Running until Sunday, 29th October, this year’s Frieze Sculpture features 21 leading international artists whose works are situated throughout the park's historic English...

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[blossie33]

If you're in the Regents Park area the photograph exhibitions at the Royal Institute of Architects in Portland Place are very interesting, there are three on at the moment, on the ground, first and second floors - all free to view.

It's a very interesting building to see inside too and they have a very nice bookshop if you're interested in Architecture and related subjects.

Architecture exhibitions at RIBA

Our exhibitions programme looks closely into architectural movements, styles and ideas from throughout history. The exhibitions and displays showcase items from our world-class collections and draw on our relationships with architects, too.

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[editor]

Enjoyed this one too

Thought-provoking and quietly subversive images: Hiroshi Sugimoto at the Hayward Gallery

Described as “a beautiful, enthralling and meditative show” by The Observer and “staggeringly inventive” by The Telegraph, the Hiroshi Sugimoto exhibition at the Hayward Gal…

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[ohmyliver]

Has Hockney's Bigger and Closer been mentioned?

David Hockney - Bigger and Closer

David Hockney: Bigger and Closer, an immersive retrospective. Lightroom King’s Cross London until 3 dec 2023

www.kingscross.co.uk

On until the 3rd December. I found it really interesting as it both shows a lot of his work, but has him talking about process, perspective and things like that. It was one of those art things that makes you want to go and create. It's not cheap tho.

 

[editor]

This is pretty good

Daido Moriyama: A Retrospective at the Photographer’s Gallery, London -

Described as a "riveting, rapturous exploration of the enigmatic and prolific photographer," this retrospective in central London provides a fascinating insight into the mind of the legendary Japanese photographer, Daido Moriyama. On display at the Photographer's Gallery until the 11th Feb 2024...

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[blossie33]

Yes, I've seen the Daido Moriyama exhibition - there is so much of his work to take it!
Good exhibition.

 

[Dr. Furface]

Shit news

 

[blossie33]

Yes, I read that, very sorry, it's a great place which I only discovered fairly recently.

 

[marty21]

I know the place , work fairly nearby , never checked it out. Sad news.

 

[Dr. Furface]

I know the place , work fairly nearby , never checked it out. Sad news.

You've still got a week if you fancy going, it closes on the 17th

 

[marty21]

You've still got a week if you fancy going, it closes on the 17th

I might well do that !

 

[pbsmooth]

enjoyed the Hockney exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery. on til the 21st January.

David Hockney: Drawing from Life - National Portrait Gallery

The five-star exhibition returns to the National Portrait Gallery London in 2023, exploring David Hockney's work over the last six decades, including over 30 new portraits

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[Epona]

Although Canary Wharf is usually a soulless temple to banking and capitalism, they do have a good art festival each year - Winter Lights - which is a series of light installations during evenings in January - I went last year and really enjoyed it. Lots of (expensive, ofc) food and coffee stalls dotted about also.

17th - 27th January, 5pm-10pm daily. Free of charge (you can download a map of the art walk or pick up a paper copy there)

Winter Lights

Winter Lights: Don't miss Winter Lights, the spectacular light festival at Canary Wharf. Explore a range of impressive installations and sculptures.

canarywharf.com

 

[editor]

This was absolutely fantastic

In photos: Spies, Lies and Deception at the Imperial War Museum in Kennington – an unmissable exhibition!

It’s only a quick bus ride out of Brixton and free to visit, so there’s no excuse for not visiting the Imperial War Museum’s fascinating current exhibition, “Spies, Lies and…

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[editor]

I wonder if the Centre for British Photography has lost its gallery as the last two exhibitions were in a different gallery and more recently, online.


Be a real shame if that is the case.

 

[agricola]

This was absolutely fantastic

In photos: Spies, Lies and Deception at the Imperial War Museum in Kennington – an unmissable exhibition!

It’s only a quick bus ride out of Brixton and free to visit, so there’s no excuse for not visiting the Imperial War Museum’s fascinating current exhibition, “Spies, Lies and…

www.brixtonbuzz.com

If people like such things but happen to be in Berlin, the Spy Museum there is well worth a visit.

 

[editor]

I can definitely recommend this - really thought provoking. It's free entry, runs until 28th April 2024.

Art: The Cult of Beauty at the Wellcome Collection examines notions of beauty across time and cultures -

This fascinating major new exhibition at the the Wellcome Collection in Euston, central London, explores notions of beauty across time and cultures. It's running until the 28th April 2024 and best of all - its absolutely free to visit! The gallery says: Around the world, beauty is constantly...

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[blossie33]

I can definitely recommend this - really thought provoking. It's free entry, runs until 28th April 2024.

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Art: The Cult of Beauty at the Wellcome Collection examines notions of beauty across time and cultures -

This fascinating major new exhibition at the the Wellcome Collection in Euston, central London, explores notions of beauty across time and cultures. It's running until the 28th April 2024 and best of all - its absolutely free to visit! The gallery says: Around the world, beauty is constantly...

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Yes, definitely worth a visit before it closes.

Did you see the Jason and the Adventure of 254 while you were there? Not seen that one yet but it looks fun and has an interesting background.

Jason and the Adventure of 254

Showcasing Jason Wilsher-Mills’ largest and most personal commission to date, this exhibition is a joyful exploration of the body, drawing on the artist’s experience of becoming disabled as a child.

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[editor]

This free exhibition is only on till the 28th, but there's loads of interesting photos.

1001 Days in London, a new street photography exhibition on the South Bank, until 28th April 2024

We popped along to the launch of a new street photography exhibition at the Oxo Tower Wharf on the South Bank, featuring work by photographer Steve Hollingshead. The work – all in black and w…

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[Orang Utan]

Off to see this at The British Library tomorrow:

Beyond the Bassline: 500 Years of Black British Music​

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Looks fascinating - will report back!

 

[Orang Utan]

Off to see this at The British Library tomorrow:

Beyond the Bassline: 500 Years of Black British Music​

Buy Tickets

beyondthebassline.seetickets.com

Looks fascinating - will report back!

This was awesome. Really well researched and presented. The early part of the exhibition covers some shamefully overlooked history of the Black contribution to British music history. The later part of it covering the post-1948 history included some amazing musical artefacts such as the guitar Dennis Bovell plays on Silly Games.
Took a few crap pics: