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Doing Photo London

The Wick Culture - Arrival Prince Gyasi
Nil Gallery

Above Arrival Prince Gyasi Nil Gallery

Above JACKIE MEGANE

The Wick Culture - David Yarrow 1992 CAMERA-WORK

Above David Yarrow 1992 CAMERA-WORK

The Wick Culture - Saidou Dicko AFIKARIS Gallery 4

Above Saidou Dicko AFIKARIS Gallery 4

The Wick Culture - Pink Powder Lily Donaldson wearing John Galliano 2008

Above Pink Powder Lily Donaldson wearing John Galliano 2008

The Wick Culture - Blade of Light for Alexander McQueen 2004

Above Blade of Light for Alexander McQueen 2004

Above Arrival Prince Gyasi Nil Gallery

Above JACKIE MEGANE

Above David Yarrow 1992 CAMERA-WORK

Above Saidou Dicko AFIKARIS Gallery 4

Above Pink Powder Lily Donaldson wearing John Galliano 2008

Above Blade of Light for Alexander McQueen 2004

Photo London
12 — 15 May 2022 (11 May by invitation only)
Somerset House, London
https://photolondon.org

Photo London, the capital’s biggest celebration of photography, returns to Somerset House for its seventh edition this weekend. Installed across the historic house and courtyard, it brings together more than 100 exhibitors from across the globe to present the very best of the past, present and future of photography.

Significant solo presentations at this year’s fair include Mikhael Subtozky at Goodman Gallery and Edward Burtynsky at Flowers Gallery. Also worthy of note is Aperture’s presentation, which brings together Nan Goldin, Robert Capa and Viviane Sassen, among others.

Elsewhere, you’ll find a solo exhibition of key works by Nick Knight and a special presentation dedicated to Frank Horvat’s fashion work and images depicting Paris at night.
But make sure that you save time for the galleries devoting their booths to supporting Ukraine. Paris-based Alexandra de Viveiros, for instance, is presenting seven artists belonging to the celebrated Kharkiv School, while Ilex Gallery from Warsaw is exhibiting works by contemporary photographers alongside those by artists from the Kharkiv school.

Once you’ve had your fill, scope out the Discovery section, which includes a special presentation on ‘Photography Crossing Boundaries’ featuring sculpture, NFTs and The Rainbow Camera by artists Walter and Zoniel.

And that’s not all. Accompanying the physical fair is a comprehensive Talks Programme curated by William A Ewing and an online edition, which runs until 29 May.

Doing Eye of the Collector

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Eye of the Collector
12 — 14 May (11 May by invitation only)
Two Temple Place, London
https://www.eyeofthecollector.com

Kicking off London’s summer art season is Eye of the Collector, a boutique art fair that eschews the big white tent in favour of a grand domestic setting. Which means, yes, no booths or aisles or boundaries! But there’s more. Unlike most traditional art fairs, Eye of the Collector juxtaposes works spanning the history of art and design from antiquity to the present day in a bid to spark new dialogues that will inspire and engage.

‘We conceived Eye of the Collector to provide a focused next generation experience for collectors,’ says Nazy Vassegh, its founder and CEO. ‘We always wanted it to feel like being invited into an imaginary collector’s home.’

Set against the architectural backdrop of Two Temple Place, a neo-Gothic mansion in the heart of central London, the second edition of the fair features 25 local and international galleries, with almost half of the works on show by female artists. ‘A spirit of discovery and rediscovery lies at our heart,’ adds Vassegh. ‘We look forward to shining a light on women artists both historic and contemporary.’

Among them are the Surrealist Cissie Kean and painter Pauline Boty, an oft overlooked founder of the British Pop Art movement. Offered by Whitford Fine Art, Golden Nude is a recently rediscovered Boty painting from 1959 inspired by Bonnard’s bathers.

Also offered for sale are ten new works commissioned especially for the fair. These include paintings by Eleanor Johnson and Megan baker, and mixed media works by Anna Preach.

An online edition of the fair will run alongside the physical event on eyeofthecollector.com and chrisites.com. Don’t miss the chance to explore one of London’s architectural hidden gems. Book your tickets now.

Viewing London Gallery Weekend

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The Wick Culture - Robert Nava,
Night and Day Seperator, 2021,
PAINTING,
acrylic and grease pencil on canvas,
72

Above Robert Nava, Night and Day Seperator, 2021, PAINTING, acrylic and grease pencil on canvas, 72″ × 84-1/8″ (182.9 cm × 213.7 cm), #79100, Format of original photography: high res TIFFs.

The Wick Culture - Jane and Louise Wilson courtesy Maureen Paley London

Above Jane and Louise Wilson courtesy Maureen Paley London

Above Robert Nava, Night and Day Seperator, 2021, PAINTING, acrylic and grease pencil on canvas, 72″ × 84-1/8″ (182.9 cm × 213.7 cm), #79100, Format of original photography: high res TIFFs.

Above Jane and Louise Wilson courtesy Maureen Paley London

London Gallery Weekend
13 — 15 May 2022
Various locations across London
https://londongalleryweekend.art

London Gallery Weekend is back and bigger than ever, with a series of events, exhibitions and curated tours happening across the city. Following the success of its inaugural edition last year, the free public event has expanded its perimeter to include a swathe of newcomers, including Addis Fine Art in Fitzrovia, Annely Juda Fine Art in Mayfair and Corvi-Mora in Kennington.

There are more than 150 galleries taking part in the initiative, from blue-chips like Hauser & Wirth and Thaddaeus Ropac to young galleries and emerging art spaces. As such, you’ll see a range of ambitious temporary exhibitions, featuring everything from contemporary painting and immersive installations to performance art and sculpture.

‘London is a global powerhouse when it comes to art and this weekend is a fantastic showcase of the incredible galleries we have here in the capital — and all for free,’ says Justine Simons, Deputy Mayor for Culture and the Creative Industries.

With so much to see in such a short time, it’s worth checking out the selection of Curated Routes, mapped by some of London’s leading creatives. Among our favourites is Simone Rocha’s, which starts at Hannah Barry Gallery in Peckham and then meanders through Mayfair before finishing at Public Gallery in Whitechapel. For something a little shorter, look to Justine Simons’ route, which takes you on a tour of Marylebone’s arty highlights.