Must-See Autumn Exhibitions!
This Autumn, London's galleries and museums are hosting some unmissable exhibitions. Here are our top five...
Constable: The Making of a Master - V&A
The Victoria and Albert Museum's exhibition explores ideas of light and atmosphere in Constable's famous landscapes. Constable's preparatory oil sketches are on display alongside his major works, providing a rare insight into the works and legacy of of the great artist. The exhibition closes on Sunday 11th January.
Grayson Perry: Who Are You - National Portrait Gallery
Grayson Perry's display of portraiture at the National Portrait Gallery is definitely worth a visit. Winner of The Turner Prize in 2003, Perry has turned his attention to exploring themes of identity and representation in his current display at the National Portrait Gallery. His 14 portraits are on display until March 2015 and are free to visit.
The Nakeds - Drawing Room
The Drawing Room's exhibition, The Nakeds, starts by examining the works of Egon Schiele and goes on to examine drawings of the exposed body by a range of prolific twentieth and twenty-first century artists including Tracey Emin, Andy Warhol and Marlene Dumas. This is a fantastic opportunity to see a variety of artists confronting and exploring representations of the body but don't wait around; The Nakeds closes on November 29th!
Late Turner: Painting Set Free - Tate Britain
The EY Exhibition at the Tate Britain brings together a large selection of works by JMW Turner, casting light on his innovative techniques and use of materials. This exhibition of works made in Turner's later years redefines our understanding and interpretation of one of Britain's greatest landscape artists. Late Turner: Painting Set Free is open until 25th January 2015.
Anselm Kiefer - Royal Academy of Arts
The Royal Academy's Anselm Kiefer exhibition is the most significant UK exhibition for the German artist, spanning his 40-year career and including work made in direct response to the Royal Academy's Main Galleries. Kiefer’s large-scale paintings, sculptures and installations tackle ideas of human experience and draw on history, literature, philosophy and science. This landmark exhibition closes on 14th December.