Barry Le Va in Edinburgh: In a State of Flux at Fruitmarket
Barry Le Va, a pioneer in process and post-minimalist art, explored the transformation of materials through dynamic, often violent actions. In a State of Flux, his exhibition at the Fruitmarket in Edinburgh, features works that rely on improvisation, presenting fragmented sculptures and drawings. Known for installations like shattered glass and floor-bound felt arrangements, Barry Le […]
Labour’s Autumn Budget Boosts Arts Funding, Yet Future Stability Remains Uncertain
Chancellor Reeves announced a boost in funding for national museums in Labour’s autumn budget, which was welcomed by cultural figures. However, key arts organizations and regional museum leaders criticized the plans for not addressing long-term challenges in the sector. The UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) will receive a 2.6% real-terms increase, totaling […]
Anya Gallaccio at Turner Contemporary: Ephemeral Encounters with Nature
Turner Contemporary presents the largest survey exhibition of British artist Anya Gallaccio, featuring iconic sculptures and a new site-specific commission. The exhibition traces Gallaccio’s three-decade inquiry into how art engages with and responds to the natural world. Given the ephemeral nature of her work, Gallaccio’s art is often documented through photographs and memory. Curated by […]
Frieze Sculpture 2024: New Works and Diverse Voices at Regent’s Park
Curated by Fatoş Üstek for the second year in a row, Frieze Sculpture 2024 returns to London’s Regent’s Park, featuring 27 works—including 18 new pieces—from 22 artists, including Yoshitomo Nara, Theaster Gates, Leonora Carrington, and Zanele Muholi. “This year’s Frieze Sculpture features daring and experimental artistic approaches,” Üstek states. “It carves a place for playful […]
Edinburgh Art Festival’s 20th Anniversary
The UK’s largest annual festival for visual art, The Edinburgh Art Festival (EAF) is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The city is hosting over 55 exhibitions and events. This year’s theme bridges local and global perspectives, celebrating those who inspire change and foster solidarity through persistence. Persistence covers everything from personal histories to post-colonial landscapes and […]
Time Horizon: Antony Gormley at Houghton Hall
Antony Gormley’s exhibition at Houghton Hall features 100 life-size iron sculptures of the artist’s form, spread across 300 acres in Norfolk, UK. Most figures are partially buried or on plinths up to four meters high, all aligned horizontally to highlight the land’s contours and offer diverse views of the figures. Gormley’s Time Horizon is a […]
A Real Woman: Empowerment Through Public Art
A Real Woman, a public art project that debuted on 6,000 billboards across the UK, features 11 artworks addressing violence against women, health disparities, and gender identity. The project empowers art by increasing its accessibility and encouraging public conversation about gender. Curated by Bakul Patki, the collection features work by artists including Sin Wai Kin, […]
Lonnie Holley at Camden Art Centre: Narratives of History and Memory in Sculpture
Lonnie Holley’s solo show at Camden Art Centre features sculptures he created during his 2023 stay in Italy, alongside new pieces from a UK residency. Holley incorporates Americana iconography and cultural relics into his artwork, critiquing the unfulfilled promises of the American dream. Lonnie Holley connects personal stories with universal human experiences through his artwork, […]
Kusama in London: Largest Pumpkin Sculpture Takes Center Stage at Kensington Gardens
Serpentine Galleries and The Royal Parks have announced the installation of a new large-scale sculpture by Yayoi Kusama in Kensington Gardens this summer. The piece is her tallest bronze pumpkin sculpture to date, standing at 6 meters in height and 5.5 meters in diameter, featuring the artist’s signature black and yellow color palette. The “Pumpkin” […]
Glastonbury Festival 2024: Celebrating Diversity and Social Consciousness
The Glastonbury Festival, a leading performing arts festival held annually in Somerset, England, focused on the theme of migration this year. Performances by Banksy and Marina Abramović explored finding peace amidst war, celebrating diversity, and the importance of kindness and humility. Established in 1970, Glastonbury is celebrated not only for its diverse lineup of music performances […]
