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Mitch Griffiths: Iconostasis
Contemporary hyper-realistic oil paintings created by the Nuneaton-born artist. The works are bittersweet touching on themes of nationhood, iconography and celebrity culture.
Halcyon Gallery, London W1S
Sun 19 May
Free / 020 7647 8328
- 11:00 – 17:00
From Death to Death and Other Small Tales: Masterpieces from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the D.Daskalopoulos Collection
From Death to Death and Other Small Tales brings together works from the D.Daskalopoulos Collection, one of the most important private collections of modern and contemporary art, with major works from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. This innovative exhibition comprises approximately 130 works and creates a…
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, Edinburgh
Sun 19 May
Free / 0131 624 6200
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 10:00 – 17:00
Panorama
A weekend of talks, tours and music in celebration of mountains.
Sligachan Hotel and Cuillin Brewery, Isle of Skye
Sun 19 May
Free / 01478 617017
- 10:30
Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design Degree Show
Showcase for graduates of DJCAD, working in a variety of media; a chance to see the work of future art stars of Dundee.
Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Dundee
Sun 19 May
Free / 01382 345330
The 2013 show celebrates DJCAD's 125 years of full-time art teaching in Dundee.
- 10:00 – 16:00
Peter Gillies: Roots
Work in various media on themes of cherry blossoms and trees.
Veneer Gallery, Glasgow
Sun 19 May
Free / 07799 638879
- 10:00 – 17:00
Costume: Written Clothing
A look at the way contemporary artists use costume as part of their work, featuring contributions from Rachel Adams, Steven Cairns, Matthew Darbyshire, Alexis Marguerite Teplin, Rachel Maclean, Sophie Macpherson, Charlotte Prodger and Clare Stephenson. Ages 12+.
Tramway, Glasgow
Sun 19 May
Free / 0845 330 3501
- 12:00 – 18:00
Glasgow Miracle City Walking Tour
Discover the engines of the so-called 'Glasgow Miracle' – the city's reinvention in the post-industrial age as a hotbed of artistic talent and creative innovation. This walking tour, led by student guides from the GSA, takes you round the city's hidden arts scene, exploring galleries, studios and public works of art.
The Glasgow School of Art Shop
Sun 19 May
£19.50 (Students and senior £16; Under 18s £9.75; Under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Simon & Tom Bloor: Loose Parts
Small clay sculptures, which tap into the artists' notion of play being a Utopian act, which were then crushed by children from Hermitage Primary School in Tower Hamlets as an act of rebellion.
Whitechapel Gallery, London E1
Sun 19 May
Outset Project Gallery (Gallery 5)
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Catlin Art Prize 2013
Contemporary works in various media by graduating artists including Fatma Bucak, Juno Calypso, Robert Crosse, Nicky Deeley, Bee Griffith and Terry Ryu Kim.
Londonewcastle Project Space, E2
Sun 19 May
Free / 020 7534 1888
- 12:00 – 16:00
GSA MLitt Fine Art Practice Exhibition
Exhibition showcasing the work of GSA students who have taken part in the newly established MLitt programme in Fine Art Practice.
Glasgow Print Studio
Sun 19 May
Free / 0141 552 0704
- 12:00 – 17:00
Jacques Nimki: Common Knowledge
Multimedia works by a group of young people working alongside the artist, inspired by their exploration of Tooting Bec Common.
Pump House Gallery, London SW11
Sun 19 May
Free / 020 7350 0523
- 11:00 – 17:00
Be Receptive: Exploring Children's Personalised Medicine
Contemporary works in a variety of media by artists and students from the Brighton and Sussex Medical School, exploring the relationship between genetics and medicine.
Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital, Brighton
Sun 19 May
Free / 01273 917272
- 09:00 – 18:00
a book is a performance
Group exhibition showcasing the performative aspect of artists' books, with work by Christian Boltanski, Nina Chua, Thomas A Clark, Marcus Coates, Cullinan Richards, Helen Douglas, Alec Finlay, Ian Hamilton Finlay, Richard Hamilton, Sharon Kivland, Li Yuan-chia, Richard Long, Bruce McLean, Simon Morris, Yoko Ono, Hans…
Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Dundee
Sun 19 May
Centrespace
Free / 01382 345330
- 12:00 – 16:00
Collection Sandretto Re Rebaudengo: A Love Meal
Group show of everyday objects as visual metaphors including Cuban artist Felix Gonzalez-Torres's sculpture memorialising his partner, Untitled (A Love Meal), comprising a ribbon of 42 illuminated light bulbs. The exhibition also includes works by Pawel Althamer, Dafne Boggeri, Gianluca and Massimiliano de Serio, Riccardo…
Whitechapel Gallery, London E1
Sun 19 May
Gallery 7
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Collection Sandretto Re Rebaudengo: A Love Meal
Rarely seen contemporary works by artists such as Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Tobias Rehberger and Damian Ortega from the Turin-based private collection.
Whitechapel Gallery, London E1
Sun 19 May
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Come Rain, Come Shine
Contemporary works in various media.
Beyond The Image Gallery, Eye
Sun 19 May
Free / 01508 480477
- 11:00 – 16:00
The Cosmopolitan Group
Works in various media by artists including Janet Aldis, Annie Begley, Anita Bone, David Carnegie, Richard Close, Heather Defferary, Desre Bean-Engelbrecht, Vinka Dekovic-Knight, Hilary Gagg, Sofia Garrard, Gerd Lovold, Colin McGowan and Julie Murray Smith.
The Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, Whitstable
Sun 19 May
Gallery
Free / 01227 281174
- 10:00 – 18:00
David Barnes
Contemporary works by the artist.
Oriel Plas Glyn Y Weddw, Pwllheli
Sun 19 May
Free / 01758 740763
- 10:00 – 17:00
David Patrick: Landscapes And Cityscapes
Contemporary works in various media inspired by Helmsley and other parts of Yorkshire.
Helmsley Arts Centre, The Old Meeting House, York
Sun 19 May
Free / 01439 771700
- 11:00 – 15:00
Dianne Standen: Natural Inspiration
Contemporary textile installation piece capturing the natural forms and colours of the Lake District and Solway coast landscape, using renewable and up-cycled fabrics and other materials to highlight the natural beauty of the garden which inspired Wordsworth.
National Trust: Wordsworth House, Cockermouth
Sun 19 May
Free, plus admission £6.36, child £3.18, family £15.90 / 01900 824805
- 11:00 – 16:00
DLA Piper Series: Constellations
More than a hundred works in various media exploring the effects of influential artworks on the ideas of modern artists. Featuring works by Robert Morris, Helio Oiticica, Barbara Kruger and Rasheed Araeen.
Tate Liverpool
Sun 19 May
First & Second Floor Galleries (from Jul 19)
Free / 0151 702 7400
- 10:00 – 17:50
East Wing X Collection: Material Matters
Contemporary works in a variety of media by established and emerging artists including Caroline Achaintre, Rosalind Davis, Damien Hirst, Kristy Howe and Tim Noble.
The Courtauld Institute Of Art, London WC2R
Sun 19 May
East Wing
Free / 020 7872 0220
- 10:00 – 18:00
Editions: Contemporary Rugs For Collectors
Hand-tufted, wool rugs by artists and designers including Kate Blee, Lara Bohinc and Christopher Farr, inspired by artists such as Anni and Josef Albers, Terry Frost and Sandra Blow.
Somerset House, London WC2R
Sun 19 May
Great Arch Hall
Free / 020 7845 4600
- 10:00 – 18:00
Estuary
A group show featuring works in several disciplines, not only marking the 10th anniversary of the Museum of London Docklands' opening, but also celebrating and being inspired by the Thames Estuary. 12 London-based artists are presented, including Nikolaj Bendix Skyum Larsen, Michael Andrews, Gayle Chong Kwan and the Bow…
Museum of London Docklands, E14
Sun 19 May
Free / 0870 444 3857
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fiona Rae: Maybe You Can Live On The Moon In The Next Century
Contemporary paintings inspired by the visual language of the online world, further influenced by a trip to Tokyo in 2004. Created by the former Young British Artist and 1991 Turner Prize nominee.
Towner, Eastbourne
Sun 19 May
Free / 01323 434670
- 10:00 – 17:00



