++ Events : Art South Central ++

Choose as many or as few as you like from our delicious pick ‘n’ mix menu of events and use this guide to plan a unique trip into the contemporary art world of Art South Central.

Remember all events are free but must be booked in advance as numbers are limited. Please use the button at the bottom of the page to go to our booking page.

12 noon - Photofusion
‘Let your camera do the talking…’
Animated talk through the exhibition of Jerwood Photography Prize-winner Edgar Martins’ new work, and get some top tips on making an impression with your own photo album. And taste the diversity of Brixton with Colombian snacks and coffee.

3 pm - Danielle Arnaud
‘The making of Wild West’
Join us for tea and cakes and discuss with the artists the production of Wild West, five animation films by Suky Best and Rory Hamilton based on classic Western movies.

5 pm - 198 Gallery
‘A one-to-one with the artist’
A brief gallery talk on the history and mission of the 198, followed by the artist talking about her work. Plus an opportunity for you to get into a 10 minute ‘one-to-one’ conversation with the artist. All accompanied by copious amounts of wine and nibbles to get you in the mood for Saturday night.

Sunday 22nd May

12 noon - Pump House Gallery
‘Five heads are better than one’
The exhibition Human Nature looks at the relationship between our ‘natural’ instincts as human beings and the way we are expected to behave in certain historical places or social situations. Come and share a cup of tea (or glass of wine!) with the five curators of the show who will be on hand to chat about the work and the ideas behind the exhibition.

1pm - Cafe Gallery Projects London
‘Art and the park’
Brief introduction to the gallery and its history followed by viewing the exhibition. Artist and gallery staff will be available to chat about the work whilst you enjoy refreshments before joining a guided tour of Southwark Park, London’s first Metropolitan park.

2 pm - Beaconsfield
‘Developing ideas’
Come and join this relaxed discussion with the artists that founded and still direct this experimental art space, whilst drinking cappuccino and eating cakes in their cosy café.

4 pm - Gasworks
‘Gallery tour at cocktail hour’
Informal gallery tour, led by a member of Gasworks, sharing their personal views on the work showing by artist Anna Barriball. And yes, the Gasworks cocktail makers and shakers will be keeping you uplifted and refreshed throughout.

5 pm - 198 Gallery
‘A one-to one with the artist’
A brief gallery talk on the history and mission of the 198, followed by the artist talking about her work. Plus an opportunity for you to get into a 10 minute ‘one-to-one’ conversation with the artist. All accompanied by copious amounts of wine and nibbles to get you in the mood for Saturday night.

2 pm - South London Gallery
‘Be an art critic for the afternoon’
Two art reviewers share their tips and tools and offer different ways to think about what you see in a contemporary art gallery. Start by reviewing 2004 Becks Futures winner Saskia Olde Wolbers’ show at the SLG and give a critical edge to your opinions of the other work you are seeing over the weekends.