2022 - Issue 31
Showcasing artists and works that caught my attention.
Images 1-3 = A 35-metre high “Giant Wheel” that doubles as an audio art installation is surrounded by a variety of colourful kiosks hosting performances, music, dance, talks and workshops throughout August. Entry is free, but food and fun costs extra.
‘This Bright Land’ at Somerset House (@SomersetHouse) until 29 Aug
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Images 4-5 = This recently opened City of London (@visitthecity) reflection garden has one of the best St. Paul’s photo opportunities I’ve seen. It’s open to the public and has plenty of benches nestled under leafy shady trees. A perfect hideaway on a hot day.
Outside 25 Cannon Street, EC4M 5TA (ongoing)
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Images 6-9 = This group show is the output from 10 artists working in residence together, although the works are all very distinctly their own. I was particularly amused by the fantastically fun ceramics from Diana Zrnic (@dianazrnic) Olivia Strange (@Olivia_Strange_) and Camilla Bliss (@Camilla_Bliss). They’re contrasted by a more sombre approach Amir Dehghan (@AmirDehghanart) has taken to highlight the abuse inflicted courtesy of the Islamic Penal Code of Iran.
‘Radical Residency VII’ at Unit 1 Gallery (@Unit1GalleryWorkshop) until 20 Aug
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(Video) = This digital display makes it appear as if a miniature man is locked in a clock, with just one job: to draw, erase and re-draw the time. Every single minute. It’s a unique 12 hour loop from artist Maarten Baas (@Maarten.Baas). I want one of these in my flat! I’ve never had so much fun passing time by watching the time.
‘Real Time’ at 50 Eastbourne Terrace, W2 6LG (ongoing)
PLUS — don’t forget to check What’s On so you don’t miss any of the great shows closing soon.