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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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