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The Atlantic Cable
A cross-disciplinary evening, featuring a network of scholars, artists and musicians who come together to exchange ideas and culture beyond national borders (and that wide, wide expanse known as the Atlantic Ocean).
The Glad Café, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
Free / 0141 636 6119
The first ever Atlantic Cable, featuring talks by Dr Michael Morris (Glasgow University), Dr Michael Brown (University of Aberdeen); music from Joe Black, Siobhan Wilson, and Jill O'Sullivan (Sparrow and the Workshop); and video work from artist Annie Crabtree (Picture Window).
- 19:00 – 22:30
Artists Film International
Three contemporary film pieces exploring the different approaches to performance and bodily presence. Featuring work from the artists Neha Choksi, Kaia Hugin and Alix Pearlstein.
Whitechapel Gallery, London E1
Thu 23 May
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 21:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 020 7522 7888
- 11:00 – 18:00
Astound 2013
Showcase of work by students from Leek School of Art.
Nicholson Institute, Leek
Sat 25 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Mon 27 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 03456 053010
- 10:00 – 16:00
Atelier EB: Ost End Girls Collection Showroom
Clothing and accessories by designer Beca Lipscombe and artist Lucy McKenzie.
Inverleith House, Edinburgh
Thu 13 Jun
Free / 0131 248 2971
- 10:00 – 17:30
Fri 14 Jun
Free / 0131 248 2971
- 10:00 – 17:30
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 0131 248 2971
- 10:00 – 17:30
Sun 16 Jun
Free / 0131 248 2971
- 10:00 – 17:30
The Artistic Content of Leonardo's Anatomical Work
Leonardo’s early anatomical studies were intended to help his work as a painter, but his researches took on a life of their own, becoming the most important strand of his scientific work. Exhibition curator Martin Clayton examines the relationship between these two major aspects of Leonardo’s activity.
The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
Mon 12 Aug
£10 (£8) / 0131 473 2000
ArtYaTart
Work by abstract autobiographical artist Lainey Waddell.
The 13th Note Café/Bar, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
Free / 0141 553 1638
- 12:00 – 00:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 553 1638
- 12:00 – 00:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 553 1638
- 12:00 – 00:00
Artist Rooms: Joseph Beuys
Mixed-media sculptures reflecting the artist's interests in themes including archaeology, geology, anthropology, zoology, myth, history, intuition and medicine. Featuring the installation Lightning With Stag In Its Glare.
Tate Modern, London SE1
Thu 23 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 18:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 22:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 020 7887 8888
- 10:00 – 22:00
The Artist’s Book
This one-day workshop introduces artists to atlases – not the kind that contains geographical maps but rather guides to the human body. Following a look at the museum's collection of these books, participants create their own drawings to create a unique book of their own. Susie Wilson leads this family friendly event…
Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh
Thu 15 Aug
Times to be confirmed / £13 / 0131 527 1649
Artmap Argyll Open Studios
Approximately 35 Artmap Argyll artists open their studios to the public for the fifth year running to show off their skills in painting, fused glass, weaving, wood turning, wallpaper design, sculpture, basket and willow weaving, glass engraving, printmaking, stone carving and ceramics.
Various Venues, Argyll and Bute
Fri 23 Aug
Times vary / Free
Sat 24 Aug
Times vary / Free
Sun 25 Aug
Times vary / Free
Mon 26 Aug
Times vary / Free
Artist Rooms: Jeff Koons
Colourful, Pop Art-style sculptures made from everyday items.
Brighton Museum And Art Gallery
Thu 23 May
Free / 030 0029 0900
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 030 0029 0900
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 030 0029 0900
- 10:00 – 17:00
Artist Rooms: Martin Creed
Contemporary works including a neon installation, drawings and paintings by the Turner Prize-winning artist.
Ferens Art Gallery, Hull
Sat 8 Jun
Gallery 4
Free / 01482 613902
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 9 Jun
Gallery 4
Free / 01482 613902
- 13:30 – 16:30
Mon 10 Jun
Gallery 4
Free / 01482 613902
- 10:00 – 17:00
Artist Talk: Ângela Ferreira
Ângela Ferreira discusses her exhibition Political Cameras with curator Filipa Oliveria.
Stills, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Free / 0131 622 6200
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 11:00 – 12:00
Artists Around Sudbury Trail
Nine artists, ranging from painters to jewellers, from Sudbury and neighbouring towns and villages, open their studios to the public.
Various Venues, Sudbury
Sat 22 Jun
Phone for prices / 01449 771123
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 23 Jun
Phone for prices / 01449 771123
- 11:00 – 17:00
Artists Exhibition
Work by gallery artists.
Blue Tree Gallery, York
Thu 23 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Fri 24 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Sat 25 May
Free / 01904 620 660
- 10:00 – 17:30
Artists' Plans For Sustainability
Joseph Beuys, Carole Collet, N55, Nils Norman, Lucy & Jorge Orta and Marjetica Potrc propose innovative and radical solutions to a more sustainable way of life as the global population exceeds nine billion.
Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry
Thu 23 May
Mead Gallery
Free / 024 7652 4524
- 12:00 – 21:00
Fri 24 May
Mead Gallery
Free / 024 7652 4524
- 12:00 – 21:00
Sat 25 May
Mead Gallery
Free / 024 7652 4524
- 12:00 – 21:00
Artist's Reaction: Chava Rosenzweig: A Star Shall Stride
An installation marking Holocaust Memorial Day, exploring the impact on second and third generations, inspired by the experiences of the artist's grandmother, displayed alongside objects and artefacts including belts and badges.
Imperial War Museum North, Manchester
Thu 23 May
Free / 0161 836 4000/4007
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 0161 836 4000/4007
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0161 836 4000/4007
- 10:00 – 17:00
Artists Studio Days
A chance to use the remarkable Teaching Lab as a studio space for artists. Booking is essential.
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Teaching Lab
£10 / 0131 248 2937
- 10:00 – 15:30
Sat 8 Jun
Teaching Lab
£10 / 0131 248 2937
- 10:00 – 15:30
Sat 22 Jun
Teaching Lab
£10 / 0131 248 2937
- 10:00 – 15:30
Sat 29 Jun
Teaching Lab
£10 / 0131 248 2937
- 10:00 – 15:30
Artless
A forum for artists to show and discuss their works in progress and be encouraged to push boundaries and step out of their comfort zones.
The Old Queen's Head, London N1
Mon 10 Jun
Phone for prices / 020 7354 9993
- 19:30 – 00:00
Arts Emergency
A huge night of comedy, live art, music and stories to celebrate the launch of this new education charity. Featuring Josie Long, Mark Watson, Jake and Dinos Chapman, Isy Suttie, Kate Tempest, Robin Ince, Brigitte Aphrodite, Greg Jenner (of Horrible Histories), Joe Dunthorne, The British Humanist Association Choir plus…
Hackney Empire, London E8
Thu 20 Jun
£30 ( £25) / 020 8985 2424
- 20:00
Artsdepot Open 2013
Contemporary works in a variety of media by artists from Barnet and beyond.
Artsdepot, London N12
Fri 26 Jul
Apthorp Gallery
Free / 020 8369 5454
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sat 27 Jul
Apthorp Gallery
Free / 020 8369 5454
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sun 28 Jul
Apthorp Gallery
Free / 020 8369 5454
- 12:00 – 16:00
Artweeks 2013: The Wheel Artists Networking Group
Resource and meeting facility for painters, sculptors, printmakers and other creatives throughout the area. A chance to improve your business through seeking out new contacts and opportunities.
The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury
Thu 23 May
Free / 01295 279002
- 10:00 – 19:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 01295 279002
- 10:00 – 19:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 01295 279002
- 10:00 – 19:00
Arwyn Quick
An exhibition of the artist's vivid landscape paintings in acrylics, capturing the colour, form and spaciousness evoked by the countryside and surrounding Derbyshire Peak.
Leabrooks Gallery, Alfreton
Sat 14 Sep
Free / 01773 602961
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 15 Sep
Free / 01773 602961
- 11:00 – 16:30
Mon 16 Sep
Free / 01773 602961
- 10:00 – 17:00
Ashley Hanson: Opposites
Paintings by the 2012 Hunting Art Prize-winner including colourful abstract diptych landscapes inspired by the artist's travels to New York.
Margate Gallery
Thu 23 May
Free / 01843 292779
- 11:00 – 17:00
Fri 24 May
Free / 01843 292779
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 01843 292779
- 11:00 – 17:00
Aspects Of Botanical Illustration: Course
A five day course suitable for beginners or more experienced artists, introducing a range of botanical illustration techniques.
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Richmond
Mon 22 Jul
£320 adv booking required (£300 adv booking required; £300 adv booking required) / 020 8332 5655
- 10:30 – 17:30
Tue 23 Jul
£320 adv booking required (£300 adv booking required; £300 adv booking required) / 020 8332 5655
- 10:30 – 17:30
Wed 24 Jul
£320 adv booking required (£300 adv booking required; £300 adv booking required) / 020 8332 5655
- 10:30 – 17:30
Audrey Niffenegger
Audrey Niffenegger, bestselling author of 'The Time Traveller's Wife' and 'Her Fearful Symmetry', comes to Southbank Centre to discuss her life as a writer and an artist. She also introduces her latest work, 'The Raven Girl'. This dark and gripping illustrated fairy tale is now being brought to life in a ballet written…
Royal Festival Hall, London SE1
Mon 27 May
£10 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) (£50) / 0844 875 0073
- 19:00


