Lichtenstein exhibition in London

The capital of England, the wonderful London is very famous about art, culture and fashion. It could be mainstream or pop-art too. Now it’s time to talk about the last, because there is a big boom exhibition in London: Roy Lichtenstein.

Roy Lichtenstein was born in New York in 1923. He was one of the most outstanding artists of the American pop-art. Usually he used the style of comic books and adverts in his works. His first masterpiece was the Look Mickey. You can see the characteristic thick contour on this picture, which was characterized Lichtenstein’s works. His most famous picture is the Whaam! which was made in 1963. He died of pneumonia in 1997.

The famous pop-art artist, Roy Lichtenstein’s exhibition is in the Tate Modern between 21 February and 27 May. The Tate Modern is the first institution which made a major exhibition from Lichtensten’s masterpieces. All in all they collected 125 pictures to show the pop-art artist’s work to the audience.

If you like colors, thick contours, the pop-art and the culture, you must see this unforgettable exhibition! The Tate Modern, which is one of the three parts of the Tate Gallery, is on the bank of Thames River, so you can take a pleasant walk near to the River before or after your visit in the Gallery. It could be a perfect weekend program. The Tate Modern opened in 2000 in an old power plant.

Do not miss to see the masterpieces of a genius artist! Have a great time!

Lichtenstein exhibition
Tate Modern
February 21st – May 27th

Lichtenstein exhibition in Tate Modern - London
Lichtenstein exhibition in Tate Modern – London

Marilyn Monroe: A British Love Affair

Who hasn’t heard about the one most famous sex symbol of the 20th century, Marilyn Monroe? The number one pin-up girl, who passed away too young, shows her charm again to the public. If one visits the National Portrait Gallery in London, between 29 September 2012 and 24 March 2013, can see the rebirth of Marilyn Monroe in a wonderful exhibition.

The reason of this occasion, which is the first time in the history of the National Portrait Gallery when they make an exhibition about Marilyn Monroe, is the 50th anniversary of her death. However the star was only once in the United Kingdom, English people have decided to find the relationship between Marilyn and the Great Britain, and their results are amazing.

Visitors can see the famous British photographer, Cecil Beaton’s pictures about Marilyn in New York in 1956, but there are lot of other photos from Hollywood, made by Anthony Beauchamp and Baron.

Marilyn Monroe: A British Love Affair

September 29th, 2012 – March 24th, 2013
National Portrait Gallery

Marilyn Monroe: A British Love Affair - National Portrait Gallery

The Late Works of Richard Hamilton in National Gallery

From October 10th til January 13th in 2013 you can see a free temporary exhibition in the National Gallery in London named The Late Works (Richard Hamilton). The exhibition can be seen in the Sunley Room, so if you visit the Trafalgar Square while in London (while you absolutely should do), then why not drop by this interesting London exhibition as well.

Richard Hamilton died at an age of 89 years in 2011, and this exhibition was also planned by Richard Hamilton himself, though he will not be able to visit it himself.

If you are interested in Richard Hamilton and would like to see this exhibition, drop by the National Gallery in London. The exhibition will be available from October 9th.

Richard Hamilton exhibition in the National Gallery

The Late Works of Richard Hamilton in National Gallery
October 10th – January 13th
National Gallery

While in London, do not miss out on the beautiful view from the London Eye, and why not pay a scary visit to the London Dungeon?

At Home with Queen Elizabeth II

An exhibition currently on display in the Museum of London is named: At home with the Queen. It has been on display since May and can be seen until October 28th, 2012. The goal of the exhibition is to show objects, pictures and similar things that show the affection the people of England have for their beloved queen. According to the official exhibition press release it will “feature Londoners photographed in their own homes with their cherished souvenirs of Queen Elizabeth II. It will show some unique glimpses of Londoners at home with ‘their’ Queen and give a real sense of what the queen means to them. Royal souvenirs dating back to Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897 from the Museum’s own collections will also be on display.

If you want to know more about Queen Elizabeth II, check out this exhibition, and do not miss out on the exhibition about her in the National Portrait Gallery, at display until October 21st.

At Home with Queen Elizabeth II

May – October 28th, 2012
Museum of London

At home with Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen in Art and Image

This exhibition has been on display since May 17th, but since we have not written about it yet, it was time for us to do so. The title of this interesting exhibition is: The Queen: Art and Image. In this exhibition you can see pictures, images and art connected to Queen Elizabeth II, and you will get to know her much better after visiting this exhibition. The venue for it all is the National Portrait Gallery in London, which is one of the most popular museums in the capital of England. For some people British Museum and the National Gallery are the highlights during their stay in London, but if you pay a visit to the Portrait Gallery you might be surprised, because it is a great place to visit.

The Queen: Art and Image
National Portrait Gallery
May 17th – October 21st

Queen Elizabeth II

Official press information on the exhibition (source):
To mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, this landmark exhibition brings together some of the most remarkable and resonant images of Elizabeth II made during her reign.

From formal painted portraits to commissioned photographs and from press images to works by celebrated contemporary artists, the exhibition charts the evolving representation of one of the most portrayed people of all time, and the influence of this imagery on changing perceptions of the monarchy.

Exploring the startling range of artistic creativity that the Queen has inspired, the exhibition also reveals the radical changes in portraiture and profound social developments since the 1950s. Featured photographers and artists include Cecil Beaton, Pietro Annigoni, Andy Warhol, Annie Leibovitz, Lucian Freud, Thomas Struth and Gerhard Richter.