The biennial ‘Print Prize’ exhibition at the RBSA

The biennial ‘Print Prize’ exhibition has returned this year to the RBSA, on display in Galleries 1 and 2 on the second floor until this Saturday, September 1st. RBSA ‘Print Prize’ 2018 Held every other year, the print prize exhibition attracted 240 printed works, of which only a quarter were selected for display in the exhibition. … Continue reading “The biennial ‘Print Prize’ exhibition at the RBSA”

Melanie Tomlinson at the Wolverhampton Museum and Art Gallery

The Wolverhampton Museum and Art Gallery are currently showing works by Birmingham based artist Melanie Tomlinson in an exhibition titled ‘Melanie Tomlinson: Ghost Horses and Guns’. The artist has also worked with the Hope Community Project who are based in the Heath Town area of Wolverhampton to create a second exhibition titled ‘Reflections of Hope: … Continue reading “Melanie Tomlinson at the Wolverhampton Museum and Art Gallery”

‘Artists in Focus: Celebrating Museums and Wellbeing’ at The New Art Gallery, Walsall

Until the 2nd December 2018 The New Art Gallery, Walsall will be celebrating wellbeing in museums, through their ‘Artists in Focus’ display. Having opened in Museums and Wellbeing Week, the gallery’s annual rehang this year, focuses on placing individual contemporary artists in themed rooms. These are presented amongst highlights from the renowned Garman Ryan Collection. … Continue reading “‘Artists in Focus: Celebrating Museums and Wellbeing’ at The New Art Gallery, Walsall”

‘Fevral – A Folklore’ Exhibition with the art of Stewart Francis Easton at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Coventry

On display at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry is the ‘Fevral – A Folklore’ exhibition containing works by artist Stewart Francis Easton. This engaging and intriguing exhibition is open until 2nd September 2018. Fevral – A Folklore The Fevral – A Folklore exhibition is the artist’s exploration into the creation and development of … Continue reading “‘Fevral – A Folklore’ Exhibition with the art of Stewart Francis Easton at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Coventry”

Press Release: Creative Rage Exhibition at The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery Creative Rage Saturday 28 April – Sunday 2 September Creative Rage is a group show of artists exploring themes of bravery, aggression and trailblazing combative non-conformity. The three generations of artists in this exhibition are proud, committed and uncompromising members of the progressive LGBTQ artistic community and create work … Continue reading “Press Release: Creative Rage Exhibition at The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery”

February’s Digbeth First Friday

This  month’s Digbeth First Friday saw the opening of a  range of exciting and thought-provoking works and exhibitions. Here are just a few which can be found in the galleries at Minerva Works and mustn’t be missed!   Grand Union – Melanie Jackson, Deeper in the Pyramid  This project is presented at Grand Union in … Continue reading “February’s Digbeth First Friday”

‘Coming Out’ Exhibition at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

‘Coming Out’ has recently opened at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, this exciting new exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of male homosexuality in England and Wales. It is thought to be the largest LGBTQ+ exhibition in the UK and brings together the work of various artists exploring themes of gender and … Continue reading “‘Coming Out’ Exhibition at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery”

‘Beyond the Battlefields’ at University of Birmingham and Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

University of Birmingham Research and Cultural Collections and Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery are showing exhibitions focusing on the work of amateur photographer Käthe Buchler. The exhibitions have been organised by The Voices of War & Peace WW1 Engagement Centre and the photos are from the collection of the Museum of Photography in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. … Continue reading “‘Beyond the Battlefields’ at University of Birmingham and Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery”

Midlands Art Papers and ‘Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past’ Exhibition Launch

Last Thursday The New Art Gallery Walsall hosted the official launch of Midlands Art Papers as well as the exhibition ‘Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past’. The turnout was fantastic and we would like to thank everyone who came along to support – gallery staff, UoB staff, students and general public! The … Continue reading “Midlands Art Papers and ‘Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past’ Exhibition Launch”

‘Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past’ and Midlands Art Papers launch 12th October at The New Art Gallery Walsall

  As part of Black History Month, The New Art Gallery Walsall is opening an exhibition Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past, alongside the launch of Midlands Art Papers on 12th October 6-8pm. There will be a short introduction to the exhibition from curators, Dr Greg Salter and Dr Kate Nichols from the Department … Continue reading “‘Wanting to Say: Finding a Place in the Past’ and Midlands Art Papers launch 12th October at The New Art Gallery Walsall”