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21 Revolutions: Two Decades of Changing Minds at Glasgow Women's Library
Glasgow Women’s Library (GWL) is the sole resource of its kind in Scotland. Launched in 1991, the library has amassed a remarkable collection that charts women’s and equalities campaigns, showcasing and conserving the diversity of women’s history and creativity. To mark the library’s 21st birthday in 2012, GWL…
Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh
Sun 21 Jul
Free / 0131 225 6671
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 28 Jul
Free / 0131 225 6671
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 4 Aug
Free / 0131 225 6671
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 12:00 – 17:00
3 Makers
Ceramic sculptures by Ian Byers, Amanda Doidge and Raewyn Harrison, which explore form, colour and the transformative power of language.
Tokarska Gallery, London E17
Thu 30 May
Free / 020 8531 5419
- 12:00 – 19:00
Fri 31 May
Free / 020 8531 5419
- 12:00 – 19:00
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 020 8531 5419
- 12:00 – 19:00
40 Years Of Fine Art At Bohun
A selection of prints and paintings by artists who have exhibited their works during the galleries 40 year history. This will see pieces by artists such as Featuring Fedden, Blackadder, Hitchens, Moore, Frink, Blake and Hockney.
Bohun Gallery, Henley-on-Thames
Tue 11 Jun
Free / 01491 576228
- 14:15 – 17:00
Wed 12 Jun
Free / 01491 576228
- 14:15 – 17:00
Thu 13 Jun
Free / 01491 576228
- 14:15 – 17:00
5 Down, 20 Across at Bom-Bane's
Celebrate 2013 - the Crossword Centenary! On each of the 20 doors over 5 storeys at Jane Bom-Bane's house is a black and white panel illustrated by one of 20 local artists (aged 2-92). Choose a crossword, stroll down & across the house, find your clues on the doors, then enjoy your box of black and white…
Bom-Bane's, Brighton
Sun 26 May
£7.50 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Fri 31 May
£7.50 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Sat 1 Jun
£7.50 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Sun 2 Jun
£7.50 (£5) / 01273 917272
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
Abertay Digital Graduate Showcase
Digital artwork and research from Abertay Digital Graduates.
University of Abertay, Dundee
Sun 26 May
Free / 01382 308061
- 12:00 – 16:00
According To Us
Contemporary works from the gallery's own collection including pieces by Peter Blake, Eduardo Paolozzi and David Shrigley. Curated by the museums Creative Apprentices.
MIMA, Middlesbrough
Sun 26 May
Free / 01642 726720
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 01642 726720
- 12:00 – 16:00
Adam Heiss & Martene Rourke: Network Traces
Photographs documenting railway lines that have either been abandoned or put to an alternative use, exploring the changing urban landscape.
Cornerhouse, Manchester
Thu 30 May
Cafe/Bar
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 20:00
Fri 31 May
Cafe/Bar
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 20:00
Sat 1 Jun
Cafe/Bar
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 20:00
Adrian Dyer: Nature Printed Exhibition Talk
The RBGE Research Associate looks at the work of Henry Bradbury and other nature printers in this illustrated talk. Booking is essential.
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Sun 16 Jun
Conference Room
Free / 0131 248 2909
- 14:00 – 15:00
After School Art Group (Ages 8-11)
Experiment with a variety of artistic techniques including sculpture, printing, painting and photography.
Willow Gallery, Oswestry
Tue 28 May
£6 inc materials / 01691 657 575
- 15:30 – 17:00
The Age Of Innocence
Contemporary works highlighting the notion of the ideal within female portrait and head studies by members of the New Sculpture Movement, using a bust by Alfred Drury's as a point of reference.
Leeds Art Gallery
Sun 28 Jul
Sculpture Study Galleries
Free / 0113 247 8256
- 13:00 – 17:00
Wed 31 Jul
Sculpture Study Galleries
Free / 0113 247 8256
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 4 Aug
Sculpture Study Galleries
Free / 0113 247 8256
- 13:00 – 17:00
Alice Walton Ceramics
Come and view the ceramic collections of Brighton-based artist Alice Walton at two of the many Artist Open Houses within the May festival. She makes a range of decorative wall pieces, wearable jewellery and functional ceramics. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
30 Gerard Street, Brighton
Sun 26 May
Alice Walton Ceramics
Decorative wall-pieces, jewellery and functional, domestic ceramics by the Brighton-based artist and designer.
30 Gerard Street, Brighton
Sun 26 May
Free / 01273 917272
- 12:00 – 17:00
Andrea Buttner
The first major survey of the artist's career, including wood-cut prints, sculpture and films, together with works created specifically for the show.
MK Gallery, Milton Keynes
Tue 28 May
Free / 01908 676900/558307
- 12:00 – 20:00
Wed 29 May
Free / 01908 676900/558307
- 12:00 – 20:00
Thu 30 May
Free / 01908 676900/558307
- 12:00 – 20:00
Andrea Geile: Fallow Ground
Exhibition exploring themes of conservation and landscape.
The Briggait, Glasgow
Mon 27 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Tue 28 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Wed 29 May
Free / 0141 553 5890
- 12:00 – 17:30
Andy & Helen Holt: Shugborough Kingfishers
Contemporary photographs depicting the landscape and wildlife of Shugborough, created by the husband and wife team.
Shugborough Estate, Stafford
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £15, child £9, family £37.50 / 01889 881388
- 13:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
Free, plus admission £15, child £9, family £37.50 / 01889 881388
- 13:00 – 17:00
Tue 28 May
Free, plus admission £15, child £9, family £37.50 / 01889 881388
- 13:00 – 17:00
Anguish and Enthusiasm: What Do You Do With Your Revolution Once You’ve Got It
Contemporary works created by international artists exploring the concept of a revolution and the resulting shift in the collective conscience. Raises questions about who gets to make the decisions that matter.
Cornerhouse, Manchester
Sun 26 May
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 18:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 20:00
Wed 29 May
Free / 0161 200 1500
- 12:00 – 20:00
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle
Thu 22 Aug
Children £4 adv booking required / 01833 690606
- 13:00 – 15:00
Fri 23 Aug
Children £4 adv booking required / 01833 690606
- 13:00 – 15:00
Anja Niemi: Starlets
Contemporary photographs combining the self-portrait with the idea of the staged narrative. The images are like film stills or movie posters, with the artist cast as the lead character.
The Little Black Gallery, London SW10
Tue 4 Jun
Free / 020 7349 9332
- 14:00 – 18:00
Wed 5 Jun
Free / 020 7349 9332
- 14:00 – 18:00
Thu 6 Jun
Free / 020 7349 9332
- 14:00 – 18:00
Nerve Centre, Londonderry
Sun 26 May
Free / 028 7126 0562
- 13:00 – 14:00
Mon 27 May
Free / 028 7126 0562
- 13:00 – 14:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 028 7126 0562
- 13:00 – 14:00
Ann Johnson: Edgelands
Contemporary works investigating the boundaries between drawing and painting. Bold charcoal images demonstrate the power of black and white mark-making which are then translated into paintings.
Hop Gallery, Lewes
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 07740 424949
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 16 Jun
Free / 07740 424949
- 12:00 – 17:00
Anne Hutchings
Contemporary prints by the artist.
Alexandra Park Library, London N22
Sun 26 May
Free / 020 8489 8770
- 12:00 – 16:00
Apocalypse Of Love
Contemporary paintings inspired by elemental forces and the longing for seasonal change following a long, dark winter.
Lauderdale House, London N6
Sat 1 Jun
Entrance Hall & Lower Gallery
Phone for prices / 020 8348 8716
- 13:30 – 17:00
Sat 8 Jun
Entrance Hall & Lower Gallery
Phone for prices / 020 8348 8716
- 13:30 – 17:00
Arcadian Vistas: Richmond's Landscape Gardens
Works from the Borough Art Collection, charting the development of local gardens such as Hampton Court Palace and Kew Gardens, from formal to naturalistic designs, exploring classical, oriental and gothic styles.
Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham
Sun 26 May
Free / 020 8831 6000
- 14:00 – 17:30
Mon 27 May
Free / 020 8831 6000
- 14:00 – 17:30
Tue 28 May
Free / 020 8831 6000
- 13:00 – 17:30
Archigram: Beyond Architecture: Remix 2013
A site-specific audio-visual installation recreating the original 1967 work of the group of radical architects and artists, with the additional incorporation of new technologies and content.
Modern Art Oxford
Sun 26 May
Piper Gallery
Free / 01865 722733
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 2 Jun
Piper Gallery
Free / 01865 722733
- 12:00 – 17:00
Armando Andrade Tudela: Gold Coast Costumes
Mixed-media installations and sculptures based on the artist's Peruvian background.
Carl Freedman Gallery, London EC2A
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 020 7684 8890
- 12:00 – 18:00
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 020 7684 8890
- 12:00 – 18:00
Sat 22 Jun
Free / 020 7684 8890
- 12:00 – 18:00


