met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Jul 10, 2019 16:55:24 GMT 1,
The purpose of this thread is to highlight:
(i) museum or gallery exhibitions (either temporary or forming part of an institution's permanent collection);
(ii) specific art fairs or pop-up shows;
(iii) other art-related events or areas / districts; and
(iv) individual works (indoor or outdoor),
which members have already seen and would personally vouch for.
It assumes, at the time of posting, that the shows or events are still on, or that the artworks remain visible to other members who may wish to see them.
If you have such a recommendation, post:
(a) a brief description;
(b) one or more photos, preferably your own; and
(c) relevant details such as (where applicable) location, dates, entry price, web link(s), etc.
The purpose of this thread is to highlight:
(i) museum or gallery exhibitions (either temporary or forming part of an institution's permanent collection);
(ii) specific art fairs or pop-up shows;
(iii) other art-related events or areas / districts; and
(iv) individual works (indoor or outdoor),
which members have already seen and would personally vouch for.
It assumes, at the time of posting, that the shows or events are still on, or that the artworks remain visible to other members who may wish to see them.
If you have such a recommendation, post:
(a) a brief description;
(b) one or more photos, preferably your own; and
(c) relevant details such as (where applicable) location, dates, entry price, web link(s), etc.
|
|
met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Jul 10, 2019 17:00:15 GMT 1,
Olafur Eliasson: In real life
Tate Modern, London, UK
11 July 2019 – 5 January 2020
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/olafur-eliasson
This is a mid-career survey by Eliasson.
The fog corridor, Din blinde passager (Your blind passenger), in particular is excellent and wonderfully disorienting. It is reminiscent of, but conceptually different to, Antony Gormley's Blind Light* — which some of you may have visited at the Hayward Gallery, London in 2007.
Tate excerpt
Olafur Eliasson returns to Tate Modern with this unmissable exhibition
In Eliasson’s captivating installations you become aware of your senses, people around you and the world beyond.
Some artworks introduce natural phenomena such as rainbows to the gallery space. Others use reflections and shadows to play with the way we perceive and interact with the world. Many works result from the artist’s research into complex geometry, motion patterns, and his interest in colour theory. All but one of the works have never been seen in the UK before.
Within the exhibition will be an area which explores Eliasson’s deep engagement with society and the environment. Discover what an artist’s perspective can bring to issues of climate change, energy, migration as well as architecture. And once every other week you’ll be able to communicate with people from Eliasson’s 100-strong team in his Berlin studio via a live link.
Pricing
£18.00 / Free for Tate members
Concession £17.00
Family child 12–18 years £5.00
Under 12s Free (up to four per family adult)
Moss wall (1994)
Big Bang Fountain (2014)
Din blinde passager (Your blind passenger) (2010)
Stardust particle (2014), with part of Room for one colour (1997) visible to the right
Olafur Eliasson: In real lifeTate Modern, London, UK 11 July 2019 – 5 January 2020 www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/olafur-eliassonThis is a mid-career survey by Eliasson. The fog corridor, Din blinde passager ( Your blind passenger), in particular is excellent and wonderfully disorienting. It is reminiscent of, but conceptually different to, Antony Gormley's Blind Light* — which some of you may have visited at the Hayward Gallery, London in 2007. Tate excerptOlafur Eliasson returns to Tate Modern with this unmissable exhibition
In Eliasson’s captivating installations you become aware of your senses, people around you and the world beyond.
Some artworks introduce natural phenomena such as rainbows to the gallery space. Others use reflections and shadows to play with the way we perceive and interact with the world. Many works result from the artist’s research into complex geometry, motion patterns, and his interest in colour theory. All but one of the works have never been seen in the UK before.
Within the exhibition will be an area which explores Eliasson’s deep engagement with society and the environment. Discover what an artist’s perspective can bring to issues of climate change, energy, migration as well as architecture. And once every other week you’ll be able to communicate with people from Eliasson’s 100-strong team in his Berlin studio via a live link.Pricing£18.00 / Free for Tate members Concession £17.00 Family child 12–18 years £5.00 Under 12s Free (up to four per family adult) Moss wall (1994) Big Bang Fountain (2014) Din blinde passager ( Your blind passenger) (2010) Stardust particle (2014), with part of Room for one colour (1997) visible to the right
|
|
|
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by John The Badgers on Jul 10, 2019 19:28:39 GMT 1, Great idea for a thread Met, best idea I have seen for a while. I will certainly contribute.
Great idea for a thread Met, best idea I have seen for a while. I will certainly contribute.
|
|
The Origin
New Member
🗨️ 951
👍🏻 1,063
November 2011
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by The Origin on Jul 10, 2019 21:26:02 GMT 1, Keith Tyson: Life Still
Hauser & Wirth Savile Row, London
Wed 22 May 2019 to Sat 7 Sep 2019
Free Entry
Hauser & Wirth London presents ‘Life Still’, an exhibition of new paintings by Keith Tyson. The series of works displayed have a shared subject matter; they are all flower paintings. Through the prism of this singular genre, Tyson moves between the philosophical, the mathematical, and the mythological to create the 25 works in the exhibition.
Keith Tyson: Life Still Hauser & Wirth Savile Row, London Wed 22 May 2019 to Sat 7 Sep 2019 Free Entry Hauser & Wirth London presents ‘Life Still’, an exhibition of new paintings by Keith Tyson. The series of works displayed have a shared subject matter; they are all flower paintings. Through the prism of this singular genre, Tyson moves between the philosophical, the mathematical, and the mythological to create the 25 works in the exhibition. |
|
met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Jul 11, 2019 0:44:37 GMT 1, Keith Tyson: Life Still Hauser & Wirth Savile Row, London Wed 22 May 2019 to Sat 7 Sep 2019 Free Entry Hauser & Wirth London presents ‘Life Still’, an exhibition of new paintings by Keith Tyson. The series of works displayed have a shared subject matter; they are all flower paintings. Through the prism of this singular genre, Tyson moves between the philosophical, the mathematical, and the mythological to create the 25 works in the exhibition. [...]
I second the endorsement of Keith Tyson's Life Still, at Hauser & Wirth, London.
It's easily one of the most interesting shows I've seen all year.
Keith Tyson: Life Still Hauser & Wirth Savile Row, London Wed 22 May 2019 to Sat 7 Sep 2019 Free Entry Hauser & Wirth London presents ‘Life Still’, an exhibition of new paintings by Keith Tyson. The series of works displayed have a shared subject matter; they are all flower paintings. Through the prism of this singular genre, Tyson moves between the philosophical, the mathematical, and the mythological to create the 25 works in the exhibition. [...] I second the endorsement of Keith Tyson's Life Still, at Hauser & Wirth, London. It's easily one of the most interesting shows I've seen all year. |
|
met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Jul 11, 2019 1:53:04 GMT 1,
Magic Realism: Art in Weimar Germany 1919–33
Tate Modern, London, UK
NB: Closes on Sunday, 14 July 2019
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/magic-realism
The above is an obvious choice for me since I'm a fan of both Otto Dix and George Grosz. Reference was made to the show last year* — and unfortunately it finishes this Sunday.
If you're visiting Tate Modern over the next few days (perhaps for Olafur Eliasson* or Takis*), Magic Realism is worth checking out. The exhibition is small (about five rooms) and can be comfortably viewed in 45 minutes. It even includes a Chagall that I quite like, which might be a first since I generally detest his work.
Free entry.
Tate blurb
Encounter the uncanny and mysterious through the art of the Weimar Republic
Tate Modern will explore German art from between the wars in a year-long, free exhibition, drawing upon the rich holdings of The George Economou Collection.
These loans offer a rare opportunity to view a range of artworks not ordinarily on public display, and to see a small selection of key Tate works returned to the context in which they were originally created and exhibited nearly one hundred years ago.
This presentation explores the diverse practices of a number of different artists, including Otto Dix, George Grosz, Albert Birkle and Jeanne Mammen. Although the term ‘magic realism’ is today commonly associated with the literature of Latin America, it was inherited from the artist and critic Franz Roh who invented it in 1925 to describe a shift from the art of the expressionist era, towards cold veracity and unsettling imagery. In the context of growing political extremism, the new realism reflected a fluid social experience as well as inner worlds of emotion and magic.
George Grosz, Suicide (1916)
Left: Rudolf Schlichter, The Artist with Two Hanged Women (1924); Right: Otto Dix, Lust Murder (1922)
Otto Dix, Lust Murderer (1920)
Otto Dix, Billiard Players (1920)
Josef Scharl, Conference / The Group (1927)
Albert Birkle, Crucifixion (1921)
Werner Schramm, Portrait of a Lady in front of the Pont des Arts (1930)
Left to right: Richard Müller, In the Studio (1926); Josef Mangold, Flower Still Life with Playing Card (No date); and Nicolai Wassilieff, Interior (1923)
Marc Chagall, The Green Donkey (1911)
Carlo Mense, Self-Portrait (1918) [Bring this one out when the kids are misbehaving.]
Magic Realism: Art in Weimar Germany 1919–33Tate Modern, London, UK NB: Closes on Sunday, 14 July 2019 www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/magic-realismThe above is an obvious choice for me since I'm a fan of both Otto Dix and George Grosz. Reference was made to the show last year * — and unfortunately it finishes this Sunday. If you're visiting Tate Modern over the next few days (perhaps for Olafur Eliasson* or Takis*), Magic Realism is worth checking out. The exhibition is small (about five rooms) and can be comfortably viewed in 45 minutes. It even includes a Chagall that I quite like, which might be a first since I generally detest his work. Free entry. Tate blurbEncounter the uncanny and mysterious through the art of the Weimar Republic
Tate Modern will explore German art from between the wars in a year-long, free exhibition, drawing upon the rich holdings of The George Economou Collection.
These loans offer a rare opportunity to view a range of artworks not ordinarily on public display, and to see a small selection of key Tate works returned to the context in which they were originally created and exhibited nearly one hundred years ago.
This presentation explores the diverse practices of a number of different artists, including Otto Dix, George Grosz, Albert Birkle and Jeanne Mammen. Although the term ‘magic realism’ is today commonly associated with the literature of Latin America, it was inherited from the artist and critic Franz Roh who invented it in 1925 to describe a shift from the art of the expressionist era, towards cold veracity and unsettling imagery. In the context of growing political extremism, the new realism reflected a fluid social experience as well as inner worlds of emotion and magic.George Grosz, Suicide (1916) Left: Rudolf Schlichter, The Artist with Two Hanged Women (1924); Right: Otto Dix, Lust Murder (1922) Otto Dix, Lust Murderer (1920) Otto Dix, Billiard Players (1920) Josef Scharl, Conference / The Group (1927) Albert Birkle, Crucifixion (1921) Werner Schramm, Portrait of a Lady in front of the Pont des Arts (1930) Left to right: Richard Müller, In the Studio (1926); Josef Mangold, Flower Still Life with Playing Card (No date); and Nicolai Wassilieff, Interior (1923) Marc Chagall, The Green Donkey (1911) Carlo Mense, Self-Portrait (1918) [Bring this one out when the kids are misbehaving.]
|
|
|
|
met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Aug 1, 2019 2:00:30 GMT 1,
THE EY EXHIBITION: VAN GOGH AND BRITAIN
Tate Britain, London, UK
NB: Closes on Sunday, 11 August 2019
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/exhibition/ey-exhibition-van-gogh-and-britain
Having seen this show twice, I recommend it. In my head, the theme had initially seemed tenuous. However, I quickly became a convert to the idea of presenting books, prints and paintings that originally influenced Van Gogh, alongside both his own work and that of British artists whom he in turn influenced. I also learned a great deal, despite already being well-versed in the artist's paintings and history.
Give yourself 2.5 to 3 hours to view the exhibition. As (almost) always, the audio guide for £4 or £5 is a worthwhile additional investment. It offers background information, context and tips on what to look for — which allow visitors to take away far more from their experience.
If, in the next 11 days, anyone here forks out for the audio guide but then feels it wasn't worth the money, give me a shout via private message and I'll reimburse you.
Tate blurb
This major exhibition brings together over 50 works by Vincent van Gogh to reveal how he was inspired by Britain and how he inspired British artists
The EY Exhibition: Van Gogh and Britain presents the largest collection of Van Gogh’s paintings in the UK for nearly a decade. Some of his most famous works will be brought together from around the world – including Shoes, Starry Night over the Rhône, L'Arlésienne, and two works he made while a patient at the Saint-Paul Asylum, At Eternity’s Gate and Prisoners Exercising. They will be joined by the very rarely lent Sunflowers from London’s National Gallery.
Van Gogh lived in England as a young man for several crucial years. He walked the streets alone, dreaming of the future. He fell in love with British culture, especially the novels of Charles Dickens and George Eliot. And he was inspired by the art he saw here, including paintings by Constable and Millais which are featured in the exhibition. They affected his paintings throughout his career.
The exhibition also looks at the British artists who were inspired by Van Gogh, including Francis Bacon, David Bomberg, and the young Camden Town painters. It shows how his vision set British artists on the road to modern art.
Opening hours (extended due to demand)
1–2 August, regular hours 10.00–18.00 (until 20.00 for members on 1 August)
3 August until 22.00
4–8 August until 20.00
9–10 August until 22.00
11 August until 20.00
Pricing
£22.00 / Free for Tate members
Concession £20.00
Family child 12–18 years £5.00
Under 12s Free (up to four per family adult)
Meindert Hobbema, The Avenue at Middelharnis (1689)
Van Gogh, Hospital at Saint-Rémy (1889)
Van Gogh, Olive Trees (1889)
Van Gogh, Self-Portrait (1889)
After Gustav Doré, Exercise yard at Newgate Prison (1872), engraving on paper, Van Gogh's personal copy
Van Gogh knew London's grim prisons from his walks through the city, as well as Dickens's searing account 'A Visit to Newgate' and the prison's presence in four of his novels. Van Gogh later collected over 30 prints of prisons and prisoners, including two of Gustave Doré's illustration of Newgate from the book London: A Pilgrimage.
Van Gogh, The Prison Courtyard (1890)
Van Gogh wrote of a 'prison' of poverty and social prejudice that prevented him from being the artist he wanted to be. Later in the Saint-Paul hospital he made a 'translation' of Doré's print of Newgate. His description of his life at the hospital echoed his painting, 'The prison was crushing me, and père Peyron [his doctor] didn't pay the slightest attention to it.'
Van Gogh, Sunflowers (1888)
Francis Bacon, Left to right: Van Gogh in a Landscape (1957); Study for Portrait of Van Gogh VI (1957); and Study for Portrait of Van Gogh IV (1957)
THE EY EXHIBITION: VAN GOGH AND BRITAINTate Britain, London, UK NB: Closes on Sunday, 11 August 2019 www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/exhibition/ey-exhibition-van-gogh-and-britainHaving seen this show twice, I recommend it. In my head, the theme had initially seemed tenuous. However, I quickly became a convert to the idea of presenting books, prints and paintings that originally influenced Van Gogh, alongside both his own work and that of British artists whom he in turn influenced. I also learned a great deal, despite already being well-versed in the artist's paintings and history. Give yourself 2.5 to 3 hours to view the exhibition. As (almost) always, the audio guide for £4 or £5 is a worthwhile additional investment. It offers background information, context and tips on what to look for — which allow visitors to take away far more from their experience. If, in the next 11 days, anyone here forks out for the audio guide but then feels it wasn't worth the money, give me a shout via private message and I'll reimburse you. Tate blurbThis major exhibition brings together over 50 works by Vincent van Gogh to reveal how he was inspired by Britain and how he inspired British artists
The EY Exhibition: Van Gogh and Britain presents the largest collection of Van Gogh’s paintings in the UK for nearly a decade. Some of his most famous works will be brought together from around the world – including Shoes, Starry Night over the Rhône, L'Arlésienne, and two works he made while a patient at the Saint-Paul Asylum, At Eternity’s Gate and Prisoners Exercising. They will be joined by the very rarely lent Sunflowers from London’s National Gallery.
Van Gogh lived in England as a young man for several crucial years. He walked the streets alone, dreaming of the future. He fell in love with British culture, especially the novels of Charles Dickens and George Eliot. And he was inspired by the art he saw here, including paintings by Constable and Millais which are featured in the exhibition. They affected his paintings throughout his career.
The exhibition also looks at the British artists who were inspired by Van Gogh, including Francis Bacon, David Bomberg, and the young Camden Town painters. It shows how his vision set British artists on the road to modern art.Opening hours (extended due to demand) 1–2 August, regular hours 10.00–18.00 (until 20.00 for members on 1 August) 3 August until 22.00 4–8 August until 20.00 9–10 August until 22.00 11 August until 20.00 Pricing£22.00 / Free for Tate members Concession £20.00 Family child 12–18 years £5.00 Under 12s Free (up to four per family adult) Meindert Hobbema, The Avenue at Middelharnis (1689) Van Gogh, Hospital at Saint-Rémy (1889) Van Gogh, Olive Trees (1889) Van Gogh, Self-Portrait (1889) After Gustav Doré, Exercise yard at Newgate Prison (1872), engraving on paper, Van Gogh's personal copy Van Gogh knew London's grim prisons from his walks through the city, as well as Dickens's searing account 'A Visit to Newgate' and the prison's presence in four of his novels. Van Gogh later collected over 30 prints of prisons and prisoners, including two of Gustave Doré's illustration of Newgate from the book London: A Pilgrimage.Van Gogh, The Prison Courtyard (1890) Van Gogh wrote of a 'prison' of poverty and social prejudice that prevented him from being the artist he wanted to be. Later in the Saint-Paul hospital he made a 'translation' of Doré's print of Newgate. His description of his life at the hospital echoed his painting, 'The prison was crushing me, and père Peyron [his doctor] didn't pay the slightest attention to it.'Van Gogh, Sunflowers (1888) Francis Bacon, Left to right: Van Gogh in a Landscape (1957); Study for Portrait of Van Gogh VI (1957); and Study for Portrait of Van Gogh IV (1957)
|
|
|
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by John The Badgers on Aug 5, 2019 13:03:28 GMT 1, Op Art in Focus - Liverpool Tate - Free Admission
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focus
This recently opened at the Tate in Liverpool, I went on Saturday to coincide with the Keith Haring exhibition.
For those that dont know, The Tate in Liverpool is housed at the Albert Docks, the old warehouse buildings converted into all sorts of uses, one is used by the Tate. There you also have the Maritime Museum, and also the City of Liverpool Museum.
Although I mainly went to see the Haring exhibition, really enjoyed this display, had work by Hirst, Riley amongst others.
Op Art in Focus - Liverpool Tate - Free Admission www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focusThis recently opened at the Tate in Liverpool, I went on Saturday to coincide with the Keith Haring exhibition. For those that dont know, The Tate in Liverpool is housed at the Albert Docks, the old warehouse buildings converted into all sorts of uses, one is used by the Tate. There you also have the Maritime Museum, and also the City of Liverpool Museum. Although I mainly went to see the Haring exhibition, really enjoyed this display, had work by Hirst, Riley amongst others. |
|
|
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by John The Badgers on Aug 5, 2019 13:21:41 GMT 1, I would certainly recommend any one visiting the Keith Haring exhibition which is on until the 10th November at the Tate in Liverpool -
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/keith-haring
Entrance fee is £12.50, but might be worth checking if you are available for any concessions.
A great place for this exhibition, the building itself gave a great atmosphere. The exhibition itself was really well done, a clear time line from his early days to his latter. A lot larger than I thought it would be, all sorts on display, and quite a few video displays as well. Took up pretty much the top floor, would allow yourself plenty of time to take it all in.
One of the best exhibitions I have attended -
I would certainly recommend any one visiting the Keith Haring exhibition which is on until the 10th November at the Tate in Liverpool - www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/keith-haringEntrance fee is £12.50, but might be worth checking if you are available for any concessions. A great place for this exhibition, the building itself gave a great atmosphere. The exhibition itself was really well done, a clear time line from his early days to his latter. A lot larger than I thought it would be, all sorts on display, and quite a few video displays as well. Took up pretty much the top floor, would allow yourself plenty of time to take it all in. One of the best exhibitions I have attended - |
|
cest
Junior Member
🗨️ 1,725
👍🏻 1,160
September 2018
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by cest on Aug 5, 2019 14:51:32 GMT 1, Hey, im in nyc next week.. any must sees right now?
Hey, im in nyc next week.. any must sees right now?
|
|
irl1
Full Member
🗨️ 9,274
👍🏻 9,381
December 2017
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by irl1 on Aug 5, 2019 15:07:12 GMT 1, Hey, im in nyc next week.. any must sees right now?
Hey, im in nyc next week.. any must sees right now? Check artsy they always have a list of exhibitions on the site |
|
met
Junior Member
🗨️ 2,797
👍🏻 6,771
June 2009
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by met on Aug 18, 2019 18:28:59 GMT 1,
The following is possibly niche-interest here, because it's fashion-related.
That said, design in all its forms will appeal to many fine art enthusiasts. In particular, those who in their formative years aligned themselves with one or more youth subcultures may have retained a keen interest in style. I understand this message board is home to a fair number of ex- or current mods, skinheads, punks, goths, rockers — and perhaps even a few regressive-degenerate types like preppies.
Many of us are well aware that with a fitted suit, for example, the difference between looking sharp and looking camp or clownish is sometimes no more than centimetre of cloth taken in at the waist or trouser hem. We know the difference between Oxford brogues and Derby brogues. Early on in our careers, we might even have been sent back home by our bosses to change, after committing a sartorial faux-pas — like turning up to a City business meeting in brown shoes. Or wearing a dress shirt with button cuffs rather than cufflinks.
Within established cultures, small differences can of course mean everything.* They might determine whether the door is opened for you in a welcoming manner, or if it gets slammed in your face.
This show recommendation is for those with a strong sense of aesthetics and an eye for detail.
__________
CHRISTIAN DIOR: DESIGNER OF DREAMS
Victoria and Albert Museum, London, UK
NB: Closes on Sunday, 1 September 2019
www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/dior-designer-of-dreams
By way of background, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty at the V&A (discussed here) was my joint favourite exhibition of 2015. For me that year, it shared top place with Dismaland.
The McQueen extravaganza would have been worth crossing the Atlantic for — spending disposable income on flights and a few days of London accommodation. Frankly, I'd have advised friends to change their holiday plans just to visit that exhibition.
Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams isn't quite on the same level, but nevertheless exceptional and with a great deal to see. I've already been twice, on each occasion for 3 or 4 hours. And I'm planning a third visit before the exhibition closes — because I still don't feel I've experienced it fully.
Originally scheduled to end on 14 July, the show was extended by seven weeks due to the phenomenal demand for tickets. It spans from 1947 until present day, with over 500 objects and 200 couture pieces on display alongside photography and film footage.
For those who aren't familiar, Dior himself died in 1957. One thing I found interesting with the exhibition was trying to spot (without looking at the labels) the work of the six other creative directors — including Yves Saint Laurent, John Galliano and (a personal favourite) Raf Simons — who've helmed the fashion house and brought their own touch to the Dior spirit. [Although, granted, identifying a Galliano will never be too much of a challenge.]
__________
Besides the closing date on 1 September, please note this show is sold out.
However, three options do remain for anyone without advance tickets:
1. Become a member of the V&A: £79.00 per year for an individual; £109.00 for an individual plus guest.
This is the simplest choice, the one I went for by renewing my expired membership. I believe Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams alone is worth the V&A membership cost. If I were based in Paris or Brussels, I'd have gladly spent money on a Eurostar return trip for the sole purpose of seeing the show in London.
2. Queue for the restricted number of tickets they release daily: £22.00 each, apparently.
"Very limited tickets are available to purchase daily at 10am from the Grand Entrance on a first-come, first-served basis; these tickets are for times throughout the day on that day only."
With this second option, you'd be advised to show up and join the queue a couple of hours in advance.
3. Attend the special late view on Tuesday, 20 August for £75.00.
www.vam.ac.uk/event/k2WAOEVo/christian-dior-designer-of-dreams-late-view
"Your ticket also includes a hardback Dior exhibition catalogue (RRP £25) capturing the highlights of the exhibition, a postcard wallet (RRP £10) featuring Dior garments beautifully shot in Paris and London, and a V&A tote bag inspired by our fashion collection and designed exclusively for the V&A shop (RRP £5)."
Opening hours
Daily: 10.00–17.45
Friday: 10.00–22.00
Members' morning view on Saturday, 31 August and Sunday, 1 September 2019: 08.00–10.00
__________
No images of my own, but the V&A setting-up video and photos below offer a glimpse of what to expect.
Details of couture craftsmanship, including hand-stitching and dyeing:
The following is possibly niche-interest here, because it's fashion-related. That said, design in all its forms will appeal to many fine art enthusiasts. In particular, those who in their formative years aligned themselves with one or more youth subcultures may have retained a keen interest in style. I understand this message board is home to a fair number of ex- or current mods, skinheads, punks, goths, rockers — and perhaps even a few regressive-degenerate types like preppies. Many of us are well aware that with a fitted suit, for example, the difference between looking sharp and looking camp or clownish is sometimes no more than centimetre of cloth taken in at the waist or trouser hem. We know the difference between Oxford brogues and Derby brogues. Early on in our careers, we might even have been sent back home by our bosses to change, after committing a sartorial faux-pas — like turning up to a City business meeting in brown shoes. Or wearing a dress shirt with button cuffs rather than cufflinks. Within established cultures, small differences can of course mean everything. * They might determine whether the door is opened for you in a welcoming manner, or if it gets slammed in your face. This show recommendation is for those with a strong sense of aesthetics and an eye for detail. __________ CHRISTIAN DIOR: DESIGNER OF DREAMSVictoria and Albert Museum, London, UK NB: Closes on Sunday, 1 September 2019www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/dior-designer-of-dreamsBy way of background, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty at the V&A (discussed here) was my joint favourite exhibition of 2015. For me that year, it shared top place with Dismaland. The McQueen extravaganza would have been worth crossing the Atlantic for — spending disposable income on flights and a few days of London accommodation. Frankly, I'd have advised friends to change their holiday plans just to visit that exhibition. Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams isn't quite on the same level, but nevertheless exceptional and with a great deal to see. I've already been twice, on each occasion for 3 or 4 hours. And I'm planning a third visit before the exhibition closes — because I still don't feel I've experienced it fully. Originally scheduled to end on 14 July, the show was extended by seven weeks due to the phenomenal demand for tickets. It spans from 1947 until present day, with over 500 objects and 200 couture pieces on display alongside photography and film footage. For those who aren't familiar, Dior himself died in 1957. One thing I found interesting with the exhibition was trying to spot (without looking at the labels) the work of the six other creative directors — including Yves Saint Laurent, John Galliano and (a personal favourite) Raf Simons — who've helmed the fashion house and brought their own touch to the Dior spirit. [Although, granted, identifying a Galliano will never be too much of a challenge.] __________ Besides the closing date on 1 September, please note this show is sold out. However, three options do remain for anyone without advance tickets: 1. Become a member of the V&A: £79.00 per year for an individual; £109.00 for an individual plus guest. This is the simplest choice, the one I went for by renewing my expired membership. I believe Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams alone is worth the V&A membership cost. If I were based in Paris or Brussels, I'd have gladly spent money on a Eurostar return trip for the sole purpose of seeing the show in London. 2. Queue for the restricted number of tickets they release daily: £22.00 each, apparently. "Very limited tickets are available to purchase daily at 10am from the Grand Entrance on a first-come, first-served basis; these tickets are for times throughout the day on that day only."With this second option, you'd be advised to show up and join the queue a couple of hours in advance. 3. Attend the special late view on Tuesday, 20 August for £75.00. www.vam.ac.uk/event/k2WAOEVo/christian-dior-designer-of-dreams-late-view"Your ticket also includes a hardback Dior exhibition catalogue (RRP £25) capturing the highlights of the exhibition, a postcard wallet (RRP £10) featuring Dior garments beautifully shot in Paris and London, and a V&A tote bag inspired by our fashion collection and designed exclusively for the V&A shop (RRP £5)."Opening hoursDaily: 10.00–17.45 Friday: 10.00–22.00 Members' morning view on Saturday, 31 August and Sunday, 1 September 2019: 08.00–10.00 __________ No images of my own, but the V&A setting-up video and photos below offer a glimpse of what to expect. Details of couture craftsmanship, including hand-stitching and dyeing: |
|
cnrdvln
Junior Member
🗨️ 1,404
👍🏻 1,489
February 2017
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by cnrdvln on Aug 20, 2019 9:21:26 GMT 1, I'm in NYC early October, any gallery recommendations be great - KAWS and Condo would be top of the list to see but open to anything, sadly only 3 days there
I'm in NYC early October, any gallery recommendations be great - KAWS and Condo would be top of the list to see but open to anything, sadly only 3 days there
|
|
|
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by John The Badgers on Dec 2, 2020 17:19:53 GMT 1, Op Art in Focus - Liverpool Tate - Free Admission www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focusThis recently opened at the Tate in Liverpool, I went on Saturday to coincide with the Keith Haring exhibition. For those that dont know, The Tate in Liverpool is housed at the Albert Docks, the old warehouse buildings converted into all sorts of uses, one is used by the Tate. There you also have the Maritime Museum, and also the City of Liverpool Museum. Although I mainly went to see the Haring exhibition, really enjoyed this display, had work by Hirst, Riley amongst others.
I have noticed that this great exhibition has been extended till January 2021, well worth a visit -
www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focus
Op Art in Focus - Liverpool Tate - Free Admission www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focusThis recently opened at the Tate in Liverpool, I went on Saturday to coincide with the Keith Haring exhibition. For those that dont know, The Tate in Liverpool is housed at the Albert Docks, the old warehouse buildings converted into all sorts of uses, one is used by the Tate. There you also have the Maritime Museum, and also the City of Liverpool Museum. Although I mainly went to see the Haring exhibition, really enjoyed this display, had work by Hirst, Riley amongst others. I have noticed that this great exhibition has been extended till January 2021, well worth a visit - www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-liverpool/exhibition/op-art-focus |
|
|
|
|
|
RECOMMENDED EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & WORKS, by John The Badgers on Dec 2, 2020 19:44:43 GMT 1, This a great thread, somebody here would certainly appreciate any contributions of perhaps up and coming events?
This a great thread, somebody here would certainly appreciate any contributions of perhaps up and coming events?
|
|
