Autumn 2017
The Art Map lists only some of the exhibitions and events on offer. For full programme details visit individual websites.
The University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, B15 2TS
Open Mon–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat & Sun 11am–5pm. (Closed Mon 16/10)
Tel. 0121-414-7333
barber.org.uk
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More Real than Life
9 June – 24 September 2017
Early studio portrait photography, featuring celebrities from Oscar Wilde to Queen Victoria.
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Claude Monet: Water Lily Pond
1 August – 10 September 2017
Impressionist icon on loan from the US.
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Pride and Persecution
27 October 2017 – 28 January 2018
Masterpieces from UK, Europe & US by Dutch 17th-century genius Jan Steen, featuring Old Testament scenes.
Chamberlain Square, B3 3DH
Open Mon–Thu 10am–5pm, Fri 10.30am–5pm, Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
bmag.org.uk
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I Want! I Want! Art & Technology
1 April – 1 October 2017
Works from the Arts Council Collection spanning the last 20 years featuring artists who have been influenced by the rapid development of technology.
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Faces of Peace & War
21 September 2017 – 16 January 2018
Works by the German photographer Käthe Buchler, taken during the First World War on the German home front.
Unit 312 Jubilee Centre, 130 Pershore Street, B5 6ND
Opening times vary, see website for details.
birminghamprintmakers.org
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See website for programme details.
1 Dudley Street, Birmingham, B5 4EG
Wed–Sat, 12–5pm
Tel. 0121-643-5016
www.bom.org.uk
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A White House on Paradise Street
17 June – 19 August 2017
Exhibition inspired by the city’s involvement in early photography.
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Summer Camp
21 – 25 August 2017
£125
Learn how to solder & code by making your own invention! 9–12 year olds.
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Instructions for Humans Exhibition Preview
12/09, 6pm.
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Instructions for Humans
13 September – 16 December 2017
Group exhibition by UK and international net artists.
Unit 4, Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RT
Tues–Fri 11am–6pm, Sat 12–6pm
centrala-space.org.uk
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Suspect Objects & Suspect Subjects
1 – 13 October 2017
Solo exhibition by Faisal Hussain exploring themes around islamophobia, racism and the portrayal of Muslims in mainstream media.
See facebook or website for full programme details.
Unit 4, Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RT
Tues–Fri 11am–6pm, Sat 12–6pm
centrala-space.org.uk
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Terra Firma Artist Talk & Exhibition Opening
04/08, 5–6pm & 6–8pm.
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Eastern Bloc Disco
04/08, 8pm–late First Friday.
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Terra Firma
5 August – 16 September 2017
Solo exhibition by Barbara Mihály.
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View point
23 September – 31 October 2017
Solo Exhibition by Karina Marusinska. Exhibition Opening 22/09, 6–9pm.
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Art Seminar
23/09, 10–4pm.
See website for programme details and events.
Centrala ArtLoft, 4 Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RT
Tues-Fri 11am–6pm, Sat 12–6pm
www.rjdavisart.com
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Devils Advocate
2 – 8 August 2017
Group Exhibition. Selected artists: RJ Davis, Eden Calgie, Azadeh Sarjoughian, Leah Jefferson, Rachel Jones-Jones, Charlotte Audrey.
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Opening Night
6-11pm
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Digbeth First Friday
4 August, 1 September & 6 October
Time to try something new! Spend an evening exploring extraordinary culture, art, food and music across Digbeth. With so many organisations, venues and independents involved, what’s on and where changes each time, so check our website for details.
c/o 122 Fazeley Street, Birmingham, B5 5RS
Opening times and locations vary, see website for details.
Tel. 0121-771-1778
www.eastsideprojects.org
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Policy Show
From 15 September
This Autumn Eastside Projects will transform into a think-tank, focussing on three policies on three different scales and led by artists Ciara Phillips, Rehana Zaman, Christian Nymapeta and Teresa Cisneros. Dates and locations vary. See our website for information, event details and opportunities to get involved.
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Fierce Festival 2017
16 – 22 October 2017
Fasten your seatbelts – Fierce is back! Expect an exhilarating line-up of international performance art, installations, talks and parties. 50+ events, 8 UK premieres and 6 world premieres.
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FLUID FestivalLocations vary, see website/listings for details
Sat 23/09 2–11.30pm, Sun 24/09 12–3pm
www.fluidfestival.org
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FLUID @ Birmingham Town Hall
23/09, 2–3pm.
Composers discuss ‘What does Queer sound like?’
Free, book via website.
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FLUID @ Minerva Works
23/09, 3–11.30pm.
Performances in Vivid Projects, Stryx & Nicholson School of Dance. £15 advance, £20 on door.
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FLUID @ Eden Bar
24/09, 12–3pm.
Performances in the marquee plus vegan Sunday brunch. Free & brunch £4.
19 Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RS
Wed–Sat, 12–5pm.
Tel. 0121-643-9079
grand-union.org.uk
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Pleasure is a Weapon
1 September – 18 November 2017
A solo exhibition by Susie Green.
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Curating as Activism Workshop
13 – 14 October 2017
Led by Morgan Quaintance (booking essential via our website).
1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, B1 2HS
Tues–Sun 11am–5pm and bank holidays.
Tel. 0121-248-0708
ikon-gallery.org
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Sidney Nolan
10 June – 3 September 2017
Rarely seen spray painted portraits.
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Sheela Gowda
16 June – 3 September 2017
New installation by renowned Indian artist.
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Portrait of the Artist: Käthe Kollwitz
13 September – 26 November 2017
A British Museum Partnership Exhibition organised by Ikon.
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Sofia Hultén
13 September – 26 November 2017
Film, photography and sculpture exploring the nature of time.
Unit 1, The Jubilee Centre, 130 Pershore Street, Digbeth, B5 6ND
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See our facebook page or website for programme details.
Crowd funding for an exciting new gallery, open access print facility and studios for small organisations, creative professionals and artists, open to general public, check out our crowd funder.
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See website for programme details.
Cannon Hill Park, B12 9QH
Opening times vary, see website for details.
Tel. 0121-446-3232
macarts.co.uk
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The Hop Project
9 September – 12 November 2017
An historical exploration of hop pickers and hop production in the West Midlands. Opening event 25/10, 6–7.30pm.
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Sally Payen: The Fence and the Shadow
23 September – 26 November 2017
New series of paintings exploring the women’s peace camps and anti-nuclear protests at Greenham Common. Preview 22/09, 6 – 8pm.
500–504 Moseley Road, Balsall Heath, B12 9AH
Tues–Sat,12am–5pm during exhibition times.
ortgallery.co.uk
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The Better Side of Wings: Ahmed Magare
12 – 16 August 2017
Exhibition engaging in conversations of racial identity, particularly exploring self-identity within the Somali migrant experience.
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From Chibok to Calais: Eca Eps
7 September – 11 November 2017
Exhibition exploring displacement and survival and the chaos presented by conflict, migration and civic nationalism.
The Parkside Building, 5 Cardigan Street, Birmingham, B4 7BD
Mon – Fri, 9am–7pm & Sat 9am–6pm (term-time only)
www.bcu.ac.uk/parkside-gallery
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Brummagem: Lost City Found
18 September – 27 October 2017
An exhibition presenting visual responses to the city including print and paper construction.
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Architecture, Festival and the City
13 November – 29 December 2017
An exhibition forming the backdrop for a wider conference, including presentations through films, posters, photographs and pieces of art.
4 Brook Street, B3 1SA
Mon – Fri 10.30am–5pm, Sat 10.30am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm
Tel. 0121-236-4353
rbsa.org.uk
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Brilliance in Birmingham
Until 23/09
A display of jewellery, ceramics, and textiles by designer-makers championing the range of creative talent within the City. Prices start at £6.
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Metropolis: Sponsored by Maguire Jackson
24 August – 30 September 2017
An exhibition of original artwork to celebrate Birmingham’s status as the second largest metropolis.
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Nomadic Vitrine
04/08
A solo presentation by James Parkinson.
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France-Lise McGurn
10 August – 15 September 2017
A solo exhibition by France-Lise McGurn.
See website for further programme details.
University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, B15 2TS
Mon – Fri, 9am–5pm
www.birmingham.ac.uk/rcc
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Delta Field Grid: David Prentice
4 August – 6 October 2017
Presenting recently gifted works, this exhibition features large-scale 1970’s paintings exploring colour, space and line. Exhibition Launch 03/08.
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Beyond the Battlefields
20 October 2017 – 14 January 2018
Works by German photographer Käthe Buchler alongside materials exploring the role of the University during WWI.
School of Art, Margaret Street, Birmingham, B3 3BX
Open 02/09 – 07/09, Mon – Fri 10am–5pm, Sat & Sun 10–4pm.
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Margaret
2 – 7 September 2017
Exhibition Launch 01/09 5–8pm.
Uniting students from the arts based masters disciplines for their end of year show the exhibition is set amongst the Gothic architecture of the School of Art and presents the artists and practitioners of tomorrow.
13 Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RS
03/09–29/10 Thurs–Sat, 12–4pm.
stryx.co.uk
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Reception
04/08
Photography show by Marcin Sz + Ian Jones. Curated by Komlaish Achall.
Private View 6–9pm.
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Un-Scene exhibition
01/09
Duo collaboration by artists Rob Hamp & Halina Dominska.
Private View 6–9 pm.
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Performance night in conjunction with Fierce Festival
06/10
Arma Agharta, Alex Billingham, Eothen Stearn.
Private View 6–9pm.
16 Minerva Works, 158 Fazeley Street, Digbeth, B5 5RS
Opening times vary, see website for details.
vividprojects.org.uk
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No Copyright Infringement Intended
1 – 23 September 2017
Group exhibition about copyright in the digital age.
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Videotheque
6 – 28 October 2017
Rights Wot Rights? Weekly programme of activist print and video from a politically charged decade.
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Museums at Night events
26 – 28 October 2017
Featuring Birmingham art collective REPEATOR.
55 Great Tindal Street, Ladywood, B16 8DR
Opening times vary, see website for details.
thewigbirmingham.blogspot.co.uk
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GESTALT
1 August – 31 October 2017
Alex Billingham presents the final run of residencies of his curatorial takeover before November’s hibernation shutdown shindig.
Please see website for associated events.
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GESTALT Residency 3
1 – 31 August 2017
Nadine Paige-Riley
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GESTALT Residency 4
1 – 30 September 2017
Lucy Harrington
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GESTALT Residency 5
1 – 31 October 2017
Marit Cooper
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Workshop BirminghamLocations and event times vary, see website for details.
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Visit our website for details of factory visits and practical workshops and to browse Make Works Birmingham our growing directory of materials suppliers, workshops and manufacturers in and around Birmingham.