This week one of the world’s most loved musicians, Yusuf Islam (formerly Cat Stevens), plays in Australia and artists young and old collaborate in an exhibition to honour the late Alice Neel. Elsewhere, rising star of jewellery Karl Fritsch takes
This week one of the world’s most loved musicians, Yusuf Islam (formerly Cat Stevens), plays in Australia and artists young and old collaborate in an exhibition to honour the late Alice Neel. Elsewhere, rising star of jewellery Karl Fritsch takes over Deux Poissons in Tokyo, photo wunderkind Wolfgang Tillmans comes to The Serpentine, and MKII in London plays host to some of the city’s most eccentric and lively music and illustration talent. An eclectic mix of new and established talent.
Monday June 21 – Yusuf Islam at Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney
What better way to open the week than with an epic concert? As universally enjoyed as The Beach Boys or David Bowie, with his poignant lyrics and soft folk music Yusuf never fails to comforts us. What better way to start another week?
Tuesday June 22 – In the Company of Alice, Victoria Miro, London
Softly ushering in the rest of the week, In the Company of Alice presents a touching homage to late American artist Alice Neel. The exhibition features portraits and figurative paintings by a mix of established and emerging artists (including Chris Ofili, Yayoi Kusama and Grayson Perry) brought together by their admiration for Neel’s work.
Friday June 25 – Wolfgang Tillmans Opening at the Serpentine, London – (exhibition runs until September 19)
Beginning our jam packed Friday is the opening of Wolfgang Tillmans’s first major exhibition in London since 2003. Conceived by the artist especially for the Serpentine gallery, the exhibition consists of works from the previous ten years.
Friday June 25 – Karl Fritsch at Deux Poissons, Tokyo – (exhibition runs until July 11)
A sparkly treat as German jewellery artist Karl Fritsch comes to Tokyo’s Deux Poissons to exhibit his new collection, Cowboy Rings from Kiwiland.
Friday June 25 – Opening at MKII, London
An exhibition of illustrated work featuring Conny Prantera, Eccabin, French, Phil Smiley, Alexander Tucker, Liam Sparkes, David Briggs, David O' Petit and Michele Manfellotto. Featuring live performances by east London musicians.
