A Saturday of Connection and Contrast in Mayfair & Shoreditc

Dive into a day of art that interweaves themes of community, technology, and abstraction. From Parr's nostalgic captures of rural life to McQueen's vibrant reinterpretations, each stop offers a fresh perspective on human experience.

Curated by EPIFANI

8 stops in London

1. Martin Parr: A Fair Day

   The Photographers' Gallery

   In 'A Fair Day', Martin Parr’s black-and-white photographs reveal the charm and chaos of rural Irish fairs. Look for candid moments that encapsulate community spirit and nostalgia, setting an intimate tone for the day's exploration.

2. Distancing

   Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac

   Alvaro Barrington's 'Distancing' challenges our notions of connection in the modern world. Pay attention to the material choices; each piece reflects a different facet of separation and engagement, making it a thoughtful follow-up to Parr's communal themes.

3. Basil Beattie: Another Place

   Hales Gallery

   At Hales Gallery, Basil Beattie’s 'Another Place' juxtaposes abstraction with recognisable forms. His large canvases invite you to consider how memories shape our understanding of art, a perfect contrast to Barrington’s contemporary reflections.

4. TECHNÉ

   Fold Gallery

   The intersection of art and technology is front and centre in 'TECHNÉ' at Fold Gallery. Trotzig and Wilcke use unexpected materials to provoke thought, making it a stimulating pivot from Beattie’s paint-heavy works.

5. If You Ever Leave Me I'm Coming With You

   Halcyon Gallery (Bond Street)

   James McQueen’s 'If You Ever Leave Me I'm Coming With You' at Halcyon Gallery reinvents Penguin Book covers into bold artworks with a satirical twist. Keep an eye out for how he distorts familiar imagery to challenge perceptions of pop culture.

6. Alighiero E Boetti: Ononimo

   Ben Brown Fine Arts

   Alighiero Boetti's 'Ononimo' at Ben Brown Fine Arts delves into systems and order through his renowned series. This exhibition adds depth to the conversation about structure, creating a fascinating dialogue with McQueen's playful approach.

7. Support Structures for Support Structures

   Serpentine Galleries

   At Serpentine Galleries, 'Support Structures for Support Structures' by Sumayya Vally focuses on the role of art in community building. This workshop showcases how artistic practice can forge connections, linking back to the day’s theme of engagement.

8. Lisson Street: Sean Scully – The Nature of Art

   Lisson Gallery

   Concluding at Lisson Gallery, Sean Scully’s abstract compositions challenge the nature of form and space. His works resonate with the day’s earlier explorations, making for a contemplative end to a Saturday rich in connection and contrast.