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March 22, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

William Nicholson at Pallant House Gallery Review

Last updated: 26 October 2026

By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and creative culture

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

Now closed: the William Nicholson exhibition at Pallant House Gallery ran until 10 May 2026. This review is from my visit during the run.

The William Nicholson exhibition at Pallant House Gallery in Chichester is the first major survey of this extraordinary painter in more than 20 years. Spanning his entire career, from bold graphic posters to luminous still lifes and tender portraits, it makes a compelling case for Nicholson as one of Modern British art's most underrated figures. A friend who studied at the Royal College of Art tipped us off, and they were right. This is a show that rewards close looking, and Chichester itself makes for a brilliant day out.

Cool Factor: 4/5 Stone cold

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Tags: art exhibitions UK, British art, Chichester, days out Sussex, Exhibition review, Modern British art, Pallant House Gallery, still life, William Nicholson

March 2, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Rose Wylie at the Royal Academy Review: A Look at the London Exhibition

Last updated: 26 October 2026

By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and creative culture

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

Cool Factor: 4/5

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The Rose Wylie Royal Academy exhibition places one of Britain’s most distinctive painters within the formal context of Burlington House. Rather than framing Wylie as an outsider voice, the exhibition situates her practice within a lineage of British painting that values scale, gesture and visual directness. The result is not a retrospective spectacle but a measured presentation that clarifies the structural intelligence beneath her deliberately awkward surface language.

As with other focused RA exhibitions, the strength of the show lies in pacing. The galleries unfold in a steady sequence, allowing Wylie’s visual vocabulary to accumulate gradually.

Published by Tristan in Art Lovers, Artists, Reviews, Travel lover

Tags: Art editions, Burlington House, Contemporary art, Exhibition review, London exhibitions, Painting, RA London, RA shop, Rose Wylie, Royal Academy

December 6, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Howard Hodgkin at Pitzhanger Manor Review: A Detailed Look at the London Exhibition

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

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The Howard Hodgkin Pitzhanger review has already attracted significant interest from London art audiences, and it is clear why. This exhibition, set within the refined Georgian architecture of Pitzhanger Manor, offers a particularly clear reading of Hodgkin’s distinctive approach to colour, memory and emotional temperature. Rather than functioning simply as a showcase of major works, the show uses the character of the building itself to shape a more intimate encounter with Hodgkin’s practice.

Where large retrospectives often expand outward, this exhibition tightens the focus. Viewers move through a sequence of carefully paced rooms, each one revealing a different aspect of Hodgkin’s language of abstraction. The result is an exhibition that feels steady, well considered and quietly resonant.

Published by Stiv in Art Lovers, Artists, London, Reviews, Travel lover

Tags: abstraction, art review, contemporary painting, Howard Hodgkin, London art exhibitions, Pitzhanger Manor

November 6, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Collecting Contemporary Art: Gilbert & George’s Ink Washes 2023 – 2025

Bold, British and brilliantly irreverent 🎨

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

If you’re thinking about collecting contemporary art and want something that shouts personality, Gilbert & George’s ink washes are an ideal starting point. Known for their bold humour and graphic punch, the pair’s most recent works — the Royal Ink Washes (2023) and The 21st Century Ink Washes (2025) — bring colour, chaos and satire to your walls.

These editions are hand-painted on heavyweight 400 gsm watercolour paper, each signed, numbered and limited to 50. Whether you hang one in a hallway or above the sofa, they make a statement that says “serious collector with a sense of humour”.

Published by Stiv in Art Lovers, Artists, Reviews, UK Made

Tags: British artists, collecting art, contemporary art UK, Gilbert and George, home decor, ink washes, modern art collectors, Royal Ink Washes 2023, The 21st Century 2025

October 14, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Frieze London & Masters 2025 Review: What Stood Out

🎯 Why this year mattered for UK collectors

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

If you’ve been eyeing the art-fair calendar, the Frieze London 2025 review is essential reading. This Frieze London 2025 review is about more than sales and champagne. Running from 15-19 October in Regent’s Park, this edition of Frieze London and its sibling Frieze Masters brought together over 280 galleries from 45 countries. For the UK collector building a contemporary art collection, there were clear signals: a shift toward materiality and newer galleries, plus opportunities for thoughtful buying rather than impulse purchases.

Published by Stiv in Art Lovers, Artists, London, Reviews

Tags: british art scene, collecting art, contemporary art UK, frieze 2025, frieze london, frieze masters, london art fair, London exhibitions

July 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Exhibitions London July 2025 – What to See Now

If you’re planning to catch some culture, exhibitions London July 2025 is a search worth making. The capital is brimming with bold installations, legendary names, and summer-perfect galleries. Whether you’re a modern art lover, curious browser, or after some cool air and visual inspiration, here’s what’s on and worth seeing right now.

Published by Stiv in Artists, London, Travel lover

Tags: art shows London 2025, cool exhibitions London, exhibitions London July 2025, London galleries July, things to do London July, what’s on London July

June 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Exhibitions London June 2025 – What’s On in the Capital

If you’re after the best exhibitions London June 2025 has to offer, you’re spoilt for choice. From bold retrospectives and open-call extravaganzas to immersive installations and new work from rising stars, the capital’s galleries are packed with reasons to get out and explore.

Here’s our guide to what’s actually on in June – not exhibitions that have closed or haven’t even opened yet. Everything below is either newly opened or currently running, so you won’t be disappointed.

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Tags: art in London June 2025, free London galleries, London exhibitions, Serpentine Pavilion 2025, Tate Modern Yoko Ono, things to do in London, V&A Elton John photography

May 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Must-See Exhibitions in London, May 2025

Discover the must-see exhibitions in London this May 2025 – from stunning art shows to royal fashion and ancient treasures. Plan your cultural fix now!

Published by Stiv in Artists, London

Tags: art exhibitions London 2025, best exhibitions in London, British Museum exhibitions, Chelsea Flower Show 2025, Kensington Palace exhibitions, London art events 2025, London culture guide 2025, London events May 2025, London exhibitions May 2025, London museum exhibitions, must-see exhibitions in London, National Portrait Gallery exhibitions, Tate Modern exhibitions 2025, things to do in London May 2025, Yayoi Kusama London

April 1, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Must-See Exhibitions in London, April 2025

Discover the must-see exhibitions in London this April 2025, from immersive art shows to cutting-edge fashion and nature experiences. Plan your visit today!

Published by Stiv in Artists

Tags: art exhibitions London 2025, best exhibitions in London, fashion exhibitions London, immersive exhibitions London, London culture guide 2025, London events April 2025, London exhibitions April 2025, London museum exhibitions, Museum of London Docklands, must-see exhibitions in London, Natural History Museum London, Tate Modern exhibitions 2025, things to do in London April 2025, V&A exhibitions 2025, Van Gogh immersive London

February 2, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Must-See Art Exhibitions in London This February 2025

London’s art scene is buzzing with an exciting lineup of exhibitions this February, spanning everything from contemporary commentary to historical masterpieces. Whether you’re drawn to immersive digital experiences, provocative installations, or rare retrospectives, there’s something for every art lover to explore.

One of the highlights this month is Noah Davis at Barbican Art Gallery (6 Feb – 11 May 2025), a rare UK survey of the late American artist’s dreamlike paintings, capturing moments of everyday Black life with a surreal touch. Meanwhile, the ever-provocative Ai Weiwei returns to Lisson Gallery with A New Chapter, an exhibition blending traditional art with sharp political commentary.

Over at Hayward Gallery (11 Feb – 5 May 2025), American artist Mickalene Thomas transforms the space into a 1970s-inspired domestic setting, celebrating Black women through lush, vibrant portraiture. For something truly immersive, Frameless at Marble Arch offers an ongoing multisensory journey into some of the world’s most iconic artworks.

For history lovers, The Courtauld Gallery (14 Feb – 31 May 2025) presents Goya to Impressionism, featuring works by Van Gogh, Goya, and Courbet, while the Charles Dickens Museum (5 Feb – 29 June 2025) commemorates 100 years with a unique collection of rare objects from the famed author’s home.

From the avant-garde to the classical, London’s February exhibitions offer something to delight, provoke, and inspire.

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