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Viewing Lynette Yiadom-Boakye: Fly In League With The Night

The Wick Culture - Press Photography of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye at Tate Britain, 2022

Above Press Photography of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye at Tate Britain, 2022

The Wick Culture - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
A Passion Like No Other 2012
Tate
© Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
Photo: Marcus Leith

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye A Passion Like No Other 2012 Tate © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Photo: Marcus Leith

The Wick Culture - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
Citrine by the Ounce 2014
Private Collection
© Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Citrine by the Ounce 2014 Private Collection © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

The Wick Culture - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
Condor and the Mole 2011
Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London
© Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Condor and the Mole 2011 Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

The Wick Culture - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
To Improvise a Mountain 2018
Private Collection
© Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
Photo: Marcus Leith

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye To Improvise a Mountain 2018 Private Collection © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Photo: Marcus Leith

The Wick Culture - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
The Cream And The Taste 2013
Courtesy Duro Olowu
© Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye The Cream And The Taste 2013 Courtesy Duro Olowu © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Press Photography of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye at Tate Britain, 2022

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye A Passion Like No Other 2012 Tate © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Photo: Marcus Leith

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Citrine by the Ounce 2014 Private Collection © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Condor and the Mole 2011 Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye To Improvise a Mountain 2018 Private Collection © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye Photo: Marcus Leith

Above Lynette Yiadom-Boakye The Cream And The Taste 2013 Courtesy Duro Olowu © Courtesy of Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

Lynette Yiadom-Boakye: Fly In League With The Night
Tate Britain, London

24 November 2022 — 26 February 2023
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/lynette-yiadom-boakye

Haven’t you heard? Lynette Yiadom-Boakye’s major 2020 survey has returned to Tate Britain after closing prematurely due to lockdown. Hurrah!

Born in 1977, the British painter is best known for her enigmatic portraits of fictious black figures painted in a muted palette of blacks, browns and greys with the occasional flash of brightness. Often painted in spontaneous bursts, her figures seem to exist outside of a specific time or place, prompting viewers to project their own narratives, memories and interpretations.

The most extensive survey of the artist’s career to date brings together around 70 works from 2003 to the present day, including three new paintings presented here for the first time. Highlights include First, which was included in her postgraduate exhibition at the Royal Academy Schools in 2003, and her heart-warming portrait of two children playing in Condor And the Mole (2011). Add to your must-see list now.

Viewing Serpenti Metamorphosis

The Wick Culture - Serpenti Metamorphosis artwork by Refik Anadol for Bulgari’s Immersive Experience Exhibition at Saatchi Gallery.

Above Serpenti Metamorphosis artwork by Refik Anadol for Bulgari’s Immersive Experience Exhibition at Saatchi Gallery.

Serpenti Metamorphosis
Saatchi Gallery, London

25 November — 23 December 2022
www.saatchigallery.com/exhibition/serpenti_metamorphosis_by_refik_anadol

For a much-needed dose of sparkle and glitter, make tracks for Serpenti Metamorphosis at London’s Saatchi Gallery. This immersive experience, conceived in collaboration with multi-media artist and director Refik Anadol, explores the rich history and continued evolution of Serpenti, Bulgari’s most emblematic icon.

The double-coiled snake, which first appeared in 1948, was popularised in the 1950s and 60s and has since adorned such glamorous figures as Elizabeth Taylor, Naomi Campbell and Lisa of BLACKPINK. As you meander around the dazzling gallery space, you’ll encounter archival images and sketches alongside an exclusive selection of Serpenti pieces, ranging from heritage gems to the house’s latest high jewellery creations.

Central to the exhibition of course is Anadol’s AI installation built from an algorithm founded on over 200 million images. Serpenti Metamorphosis fizzes with glamour, energy and fun. Make sure you find time of it for this December.

Viewing The Nutcracker

The Wick Culture - A scene from The Nutcracker by The Royal Ballet @ The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London.
(Opening 08-12-15)
©Tristram Kenton 12/15
(3 Raveley Street, LONDON NW5 2HX TEL 0207 267 5550 Mob 07973 617 355)email: tristram@tristramkenton.com

Above A scene from The Nutcracker by The Royal Ballet @ The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London. (Opening 08-12-15) ©Tristram Kenton 12/15 (3 Raveley Street, LONDON NW5 2HX TEL 0207 267 5550 Mob 07973 617 355)email: [email protected]

The Wick Culture - London, UK. 06.12.2021. Production images of The Royal Ballet’s The Nutcracker with Yasmine Naghdi and Cesar Corrales. Cinema relay cast. © 2021 ROH. Photograph by Foteini Christofilopoulou.

The Wick Culture - NUTCRACKER;The Royal Ballet,
Drosselmeyer; GARY AVIS,
Clara; MEAGHAN GRACE HINKIS,
The Sugar Plum Fairy; ROBERA MARQUEZ,
The Prince; STEVEN McRAE,

Above NUTCRACKER;The Royal Ballet, Drosselmeyer; GARY AVIS, Clara; MEAGHAN GRACE HINKIS, The Sugar Plum Fairy; ROBERA MARQUEZ, The Prince; STEVEN McRAE,

The Wick Culture - Viewing The Nutcracker

Above

Above NUTCRACKER;The Royal Ballet, Drosselmeyer; GARY AVIS, Clara; MEAGHAN GRACE HINKIS, The Sugar Plum Fairy; ROBERA MARQUEZ, The Prince; STEVEN McRAE,

Above

Above NUTCRACKER;The Royal Ballet, Drosselmeyer; GARY AVIS, Clara; MEAGHAN GRACE HINKIS, The Sugar Plum Fairy; ROBERA MARQUEZ, The Prince; STEVEN McRAE,

The Nutcracker
Royal Opera House, London

6 December 2022 — 14 January 2023
www.roh.org.uk/tickets-and-events/the-nutcracker-by-peter-wright-dates

Nothing says Christmas quite like The Nutcracker, and happily for us Peter Wright’s much-loved production returns to the Royal Opera House this December. With music by Tchaikovsky and sumptuous stage sets by Julia Trevelyan, The Royal Ballet’s festive favourite is sure to delight children and adults alike.

Set on Christmas Eve, The Nutcracker follows Clara and Hans-Peter on a journey through the Land of Snow and Kingdom of Sweets. During this sparkling two-hour performance, you’ll see a battle between mice and gingerbread soldiers as well as a series of enchanting waltzes performed by a rich assortment of sweets and flowers.

You’ll also enjoy sweeping snowscapes, dazzling scenery and a band of colourful characters, including the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King and Clara’s godfather Uncle Drosselmeyer. Tickets are selling like hotcakes, so snap them up while you still can.