-Events 2008

“19Days” dances with “boobtubes” – 25.09.2008 – 16.11.2008

“19Days” dances with “boobtubes” – 25.09.2008 – 16.11.2008

  “19Days” dances with “boobtubes”The Linda McCartney Centre25.09.2008 – 16.11.2008 (extended for a second month)Exhibition: “19Days” follows 19 Days of RadioTherapy for Derek and “BoobTubes” is Anna Marie’s quest to raise awareness for breast cancer Private Viewing   25.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Derek Culley Anna Marie Quinn     Derek was treated for Prostate cancer

‘a long poem about everything’ – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

‘a long poem about everything’ – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  a long poem about everythingLiverpool, Citywide20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Other: Bill-poster poem Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Phillip Davenport     ‘a long poem about everything’ is a citywide billposter project by artist/poet Philip Davenport. The words for the posters have been taken from a years worth of newspapers, reordered and reshaped. The names of

2 Below – 06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

2 Below – 06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

  2 belowWilliamson Tunnels Heritage Centre06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008A site-specific exhibition in the Williamson Tunnels by Liverpool-based artists Barbara Galt and Jane Hughes. Viewing   06.11.2008 – from 18.00 (tbc) Artist(s)   Barbara Galt and Jane Hughes     ’2 below’ are Liverpool-based artists Barbara Galt and Jane Hughes. During November 2008, ’2 below’ will stage

682 MILES – 06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008

682 MILES – 06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008

  682 MILESView Two Gallery06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008 Exhibition:  The first exhibition organized by the European Artists Exchange Platform presents varying approaches, from realistic to abstract, of contemporary German painting. The show will be comprised of work by Marianna Krueger, Christian Hoffmann and Hartmut Hahn Private Viewing   05.11.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Julieta Figueroa,

7 @ The Everyman – 16.09.2008 – 31.12.2008

7 @ The Everyman – 16.09.2008 – 31.12.2008

  7 @ The EverymanThe Everyman Bistro16.09.2008 – 31.12.2008Exhibition: The 7 @ group present new work in unique environment. Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   Kirsty Evans, Keiron Finnetty, Hannah Fray, Jane Hughes, Kate Kimber, Anne Marie Prior, Alice Roberts, Becky Swift, Jack Welsh     Encompassing painting, drawing, print and sculpture, this exhibition will feature

A Sterling Example. 15.11.2008 – 03.01.2009

    A Sterling ExampleBluecoat Display Centre15.11.2008 – 03.01.2009Exhibition: Celebrating the life of silversmith Stanley Hill and his students Private Viewing   14.11.2008 17.30 – 19.30 Artist(s)   Includes Ann-Marie Colquhoun, John Creed, Lisa Jane Forrester, Linda Jeanne Jones, Grant McCaig, Robert Porter, Jaqueline Scholes and Ray Semple     Celebrating the life of silversmith

A Transformative Vision – 20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

A Transformative Vision – 20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

  A Transformative Vision – Peter CorbettPeter Corbett’s Studio20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: International artist Peter Corbett, who has lived in Liverpool for the past 30 years, is having an exhibition of large oil paintings entitled ‘ A TRANSFORMATIVE VISION’. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Peter Corbett     International artist Peter Corbett, who has lived

Abberant Emergence – 20.09.2008 – 27.09.2008

Abberant Emergence – 20.09.2008 – 27.09.2008

  Abberant EmergenceThe Arts Village20.09.2008 – 27.09.2008Exhibition: 8 artists with a different take on what creativity can come from malfunction. Weird, funny, beautiful, erotic. Private Viewing   20.09.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Georgina Calveley, Ross Clark, Dan Davies, Jessica Prince, Lucy Scriven, Max Zadow. Also featuring Amanda Heagren     Work in several different media, with

Academy of Arts Christmas Open – 25.11.2008 – 18.12.2008

    Christmas OpenLiverpool Academy of Arts25.11.2008 – 18.12.2008Exhibition: Liverpool Academy of Arts annual open exhibition of paintings by local artists. Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   tbc     Liverpool Academy of Arts annual open exhibition of paintings by local artists. Venue Details   Liverpool Academy of Arts 32 Seel Street Click for Full

Adelphi Hotel Project: Memory Palace – 01.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

Adelphi Hotel Project: Memory Palace – 01.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Adelphi Hotel Project: Memory PalaceAdelphi Hotel01.10.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Laird Galbraith will be exhibiting and painting new ‘de-structed’ paintings based on autobiographical images contributed by visitors and guests to the Adelphi Hotel. Private Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   Laird Galbraith     “The paintings rupture and burst, spilling out their ‘image virus’ ©, leaking and

Ailie Rutherford: New Books (and Boxes) – 13.09.2008 – 08.11.2008

Ailie Rutherford: New Books (and Boxes) – 13.09.2008 – 08.11.2008

  New Books (and Boxes)Aldham Robarts Library, John Moores University13.09.2008 – 08.11.2008Exhibition: New work produced during six months working within the printmaking department at 68 Hope Street. Viewing   None Artist(s)   Ailie Rutherford     New work produced during six months working within the printmaking department at 68 Hope Street. Books on show in

And Then He Was a She – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

And Then He Was a She – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  And Then He Was a SheNovas CUC20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Portraits of Andy Warhol superstar Holly Woodlawn by Sadie Lee Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Sadie Lee     This series of paintings by Sadie Lee is the realisation of a long cherished desire to work with Holly Woodlawn, the legendary drag queen

Armarda – 04.10.2008 (1 day)

Armarda – 04.10.2008 (1 day)

  ArmardaAlbert Dock – exact location tbc04.10.2008Other: An interventionist, participatory event that comments upon Liverpool’s historical legacy as a port city Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Elena Cassidy-Smith, Mitra Memarzia     Our event for Independents Biennial 2008 will be an interventionist piece of work that comments on the legacy of Liverpool’s status as

Art in the Car Park. 10.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

Art in the Car Park. 10.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

  Art in The Car ParkCCP Car Park, Duke St10.10.2008 – 19.10.2008Exhibition: A diverse group show in response to the CCP Car Park, Liverpool. The result is a body of new artwork that weaves into the social, economic, political, historical and geographical situation of the site and the city at large. Private Viewing   09.10.2008

Arthur Dooley – 23.09.2008 – 03.10.2008

    Arthur DooleyLiverpool Academy of Arts23.09.2008 – 03.10.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of small bronzes many of which have never been exhibited before. Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   Arthur Dooley     An exhibition of small bronzes many of which have never been exhibited before.  This exhibition will run concurrently with that of the Arthur

Artists’ Book Fair – 15.11.2008 – 16.11.2008

Artists’ Book Fair – 15.11.2008 – 16.11.2008

  Artists’ Book Fair (2 days)Wolstenholme Projects15.11.2008 (12-17.00) – 16.11.2008 (11-16.00)Exhibition: A chance to peruse (and perhaps buy!) some artists’ books, multiples and printed works Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Emily Speed     The Artists’ Book Fair will take place as part of the Liverpool Independents Biennial on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th

AudioVision 2008 – 15.09.2008 – 20.09.2008

AudioVision 2008 – 15.09.2008 – 20.09.2008

  AudioVision 2008The Mersey Tunnel Air Vent15.09.2008 – 20.09.2008Performance: Liverpool’s first AV festival! Video installations, live music and visual performances. Onto the facade of Mersey Tunnel Air Vent, Mann Island. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   NOMO (NYC), Jacqueline Passmore, Addictive TV, Ultre, Flat-e, Kinetic Fallacy     Liverpool’s first international audiovisual (AV) festival will

Birds in the Park – 03.11.2008 – 09.11.2008

Birds in the Park – 03.11.2008 – 09.11.2008

  Birds in The ParkThe Coach House, Calderstones Park03.11.2008 – 09.11.2008Exhibition: Artist Joel Bird explores British Birds and our relationship with them using painting, sculpture and sound. Viewing   03.11.2008 18-20.30 Artist(s)   Joel Bird     Artist Joel Bird has chosen the subject of Birds for his latest project, a subject that has captivated

Blackburne House October Exhibition – 01.10.2008 – 31.10.2008

  Blackburne House October Exhibition Blackburne House Cafe, Hall and Conservatory01.10.2008 – 31.10.2008Exhibition: Featuring work by Jan Jones and Breda Wright Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Jan Jones and Breda Wright     Jan Jones – ‘Karnataka Collection’ – Indian women at work. Breda Wright ‘Abstract Relations – Women’. For 2008, Blackburne House have

Blackburne House September Exhibition – 01.09.2008 – 30.09.2008

  Blackburne House September ExhibitionBlackburne House Cafe, Hall and Conservatory01.09.2008 – 30.09.2008Exhibition: Featuring work by Elizabeth Whelan and Christine O’Reilly Wilson Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Elizabeth Whelan and Christine O’Reilly Wilson     Elizabeth Whelan – Collection of her work. Christine O’Reilly Wilson – Another Day – the tragedy and ecstasy of human

Botanical, Bugs and Beetles – 17.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

Botanical, Bugs and Beetles – 17.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

  Botanical, Bugs and BeetlesThe Coach House, Calderstones Park17.11.2008 – 23.11.2008Exhibition: Your favourite plants and beetles are portrayed in thousands of tiny dots. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Pamela Cooke     Botanical, Bugs and Beetles sees the Pointillism works of Pamela Cooke. All the works are made from thousands of tiny dots or

Brief Encounters – 01.11.2008 – 22.11.2008

Brief Encounters – 01.11.2008 – 22.11.2008

  Brief EncountersWolstenholme Projects01.11.2008 – 22.11.2008Exhibition: 4 artists will work in pairs on 2 consecutive shows & they will be on show to the public throughout Viewing   31.10.08 & 14.11.08 – 18.30-21.00 Artist(s)   Artists will be revealed to the public and one another 2 weeks before the first exhibition.     Brief Encounters

Cast by Nature – 08.11.2008 – 22.11.2008

Cast by Nature – 08.11.2008 – 22.11.2008

  Cast by Nature by Lisa WhoCurve Gallery08.11.2008 – 22.11.2008Exhibition: “Cast by Nature” is a multiple installation piece by Lisa Who reflecting on the female form as the vessel for life. Private Viewing   07.11.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Lisa Who     The exhibition will observe woman as icon: shadows cast the figures silhouette larger

Chambre Hardman, Liverpool Through the Lens – 31.10.2008 – 31.01.2009

Chambre Hardman, Liverpool Through the Lens – 31.10.2008 – 31.01.2009

  Liverpool Through the LensUniversity of Liverpool VGM31.10.2008 – 31.01.2009Exhibition: An exhibition of Edward Chambré Hardman’s images of people, places and influences of Liverpool. Private Viewing     Artist(s)   Edward Chambré Hardman     Edward Chambré Hardman was a photographer of unrivalled quality in Liverpool who specialised in portrait and pictorial landscape photography. His

China Talks – 27.09.2008 13.00-17.00

    China TalksView Two Gallery27.09.2008 13.00 – 17.00Conference:  An afternoon of talks and discussion exploring issues surrounding Thomas Jacobi’s exhibition From a Distance – At Close Range. Private Viewing   None Speaker(s)   Professor Nick Pearce, Thomas Jacobi, Professor Wang Hong, Dr Yupin Chung     Saturday 27 September, 1-5 pm An afternoon of

City, Light, Sky – 14.10.2008 – 15.11.2008

    City, Light, SkyUnity Theatre14.10.2008 – 15.11.2008Exhibition: Photographs by Mike James Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Mike James     This exhibition is Mike’s second at unity and feature’s 3 distinct strands, City, Light, Sky, each featuring a series of pictures that all connect through the title of each strand. “I do all

Common Ground, Mary Fitzpatrick – 06.11.2008 – 21.11.2008

Common Ground, Mary Fitzpatrick – 06.11.2008 – 21.11.2008

  Common Ground, Mary FitzpatrickMetal, Edge Hill06.11.2008 – 21.11.2008Exhibition: Previously unseen work from the Irish Peace Process Art Project Private Viewing    06.11.2008 18.30 Artist(s)   Mary Fitzpatrick     Mary Fitzpatrick works with photography, video and painting to create large scale atmospheric installations depicting images of places left abandoned after conflict; pictures that result

Continuous Lines – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Continuous Lines – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Continuous LinesHeadspace@Eggspace20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Open group exhibition based on drawings made up of continuous lines. Online exhibition at: http://www.eggspace.org/CL/continuous.html Private Viewing   20.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Gillian AdamsJason BoldGrethe BorsumClaire BrewisDi CanonJo DerbyshireJohannes GerardHelene GilmourConsuelo GiorgiKaren HenleyDawne HickeyLynn JacksonLeon JakemanChek-Huo LeungRobert LuzarHamish MacDonaldSophie RichardsonSean RyanAnnamaria SambuciCarolyn SinclairJazamin SinclairAndrew StarkeyAliInbred Hybrid CollectiveHeadSpace@EggSpace     Open

Crapola Central. 26.09.2008 – 10.10.2008

Crapola Central. 26.09.2008 – 10.10.2008

  Crapola CentralRed Wire Basement26.09.2008 – 10.10.2008Exhibition: Red Wire has responded to Roth and Guston’s vision of Crapola- in our very own building we had a junkier, seedier, grimier side of what we ourselves had already created- this side lay in our much underused basement. Private Viewing   25.09.2008 19.00 Artist(s)   Red Wire Studio

Crossing Place. 04.11.2008 – 28.11.2008

Crossing Place. 04.11.2008 – 28.11.2008

  Crossing Place by Wendy DisonBlackburne House04.11.2008 – 28.11.2008Exhibition: New paintings by Wendy Dison Private Viewing   04.11.2008 18.30 – 20.30 Artist(s)   Wendy Dison     An exhibition of paintings that engage with the emotional and physical history of Irish emigration to Liverpool. Crossing Place graphically evokes Liverpool as a crossing place for Irish

Daniel Johnston: Fear Yourself – 18.10.2008 – 02.11.2008

Daniel Johnston: Fear Yourself – 18.10.2008 – 02.11.2008

  Daniel Johnston: Fear YourselfRed Wire18.10.2008 – 02.11.2008Exhibition – Cult American musician and artist Daniel Johnston exhibits work which sheds light on his own universe Viewing   17.10.2008 18.30 – midnight Artist(s)   Daniel Johnston     Daniel Johnston. Fear Yourself. Daniel Johnston is a singer, songwriter and artist. From the release of his first

David Weaver Paintings – 18.11.2008 – 23.12.2008

    David Weaver PaintingsUnity Theatre18.11.2008 – 23.12.2008Exhibition: Paintings from David Weaver Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   David Weaver     The mark, the moment, le geste recording Relaxed intensity, experience felt of Line, point, improvised, successive, Of critical mass immediate and now. Drama out played in time, In weight, in weightlessness, a sign

Digital Show 4 – 1.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

Digital Show 4 – 1.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Digital Show 4online only at www.digitalshow.co.uk 1.11.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Online Exhibition of Worldwide Digital Art Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Digital Artwork from all over the world     The digitalshow.co.uk website shows online-only exhibitions of high quality digital art.The first exhibition was part of the 2006 Liverpool Biennial Independents.The site will continue

Doing Strange Things to Toys – 07.09.2008 – 28.09.2008

    Doing Strange Things to ToysKitchen Gallery07.09.2008 – 28.09.2008Exhibition: From the cute and cuddly to the down-right disturbing Private Viewing   07.09.2008 13.30 – 16.00 Artist(s)   tbc     Doing Strange Things to Toys From the cute and cuddly to the down-right disturbing Venue Details   Kitchen Gallery, Norton Priory Click for Full

Dot-Art Autumn Collection – 22.09.2008 – 28.11.2008

Dot-Art Autumn Collection – 22.09.2008 – 28.11.2008

  Dot-Art Autumn Collectiondot-art gallery22.09.2008 – 28.11.2008Exhibition: Group show of contemporary art in a range of media by nearly 100 Merseyside based artists. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   several dot-art artists     Group show of contemporary art in a range of media by nearly 100 Merseyside based artists. Venue Details   Dot-Art Gallery,

dot-art.com presents… – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

dot-art.com presents… – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  dot-art.com presents…dot-art warehouse20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: A diverse exhibition of work by Liverpool based artists. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Stephen Collett, Simon Mack, Andrew Collins, Dominic Wilson, Robyn Woolston     A diverse exhibition of work by Liverpool based artists. dot-art asked the group to create work in any media in response to

Draw, Exhibit and Exchange – 03.10.2008 – 06.10.2008

Draw, Exhibit and Exchange – 03.10.2008 – 06.10.2008

  Draw, Exhibit and ExchangeSt John’s Gardens, St George’s Hall03.10.2008 – 06.10.2008Live Art: mobile C’Art Gallery offers an exchange of drawings and conversation for as long as it takes to complete a drawing and an exchange Private Viewing   none Artist(s)   Charlotte Andrew     C’Art Gallery in St John’s gardens, sheltering around St

Drawn Here – 20.09.2008 – 12.10.2008

Drawn Here – 20.09.2008 – 12.10.2008

  Drawn HereArena Gallery20.09.2008 – 12.10.2008Exhibition: Arena Art & Design Association Biennial Exhibition Private Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   Anna Benson, Lee Donnelly, Erica Hamilton, Jane Hughes, Roisin Hyland, Anna Ketskemety, Alice Lenkiewicz, Phil Lockhart, Mark Owen, Ilsa Parry, Ruth Piper, Sarah Richards, Sue Meyerhoff Sharples, Jack Welsh, Christine O’Reilly Wilson, Iain Yell    

e-space lab – 04.10.2008 – 05.10.2008

e-space lab – 04.10.2008 – 05.10.2008

  e-space labBluecoat Gallery Hub04.10.2008 – 05.10.2008Exhibition: Instigating how an exchange of critiques of the respective Shanghai and Liverpool Biennial internationals can generate new work. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   Philip Courteney, Peter Hagerty, Peter Hatton, Simon Kirkby, Xuzhifeng Zhifeng     e-space lab have made links to Shanghai, sister city to Liverpool, since

EdgeCentrics – 16.09.2008 – 19.10.2008

EdgeCentrics – 16.09.2008 – 19.10.2008

  EdgeCentricsWilliamson Tunnels Heritage Centre16.09.2008 – 19.10.2008Exhibition: A public art exhibition of eccentricity sited within the labyrinth of underground tunnels in the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre Private Viewing   18.09.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Alan Dunn & Jeff Young, Laura Wild, Jolanta Jagiello, Kate Hammersley, Jill Rock, Jayne Lloyd, Brigitte Jurack, Jeremy Turner, Sumi Perera &

Elaine Brown – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

    Elaine Brown’s paintingsAnglican Cathedral, the Elizabeth Hoare Gallery20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Exhibition of Elaine Brown’s paintings in the Elizabeth Hoare Gallery Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Elaine Brown     Exhibition of Elaine Brown’s paintings in the Elizabeth Hoare Gallery Exhibition will form part of the Tower Experience – £4.25 (Concessions £3.00; Family

Emma Tooth – Concilium Plebis – 20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008

Emma Tooth – Concilium Plebis – 20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008

  Emma Tooth – Concilium PlebisNovas CUC20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008Exhibition: Concilium Plebis is a new series of oil paintings by UK portrait painter Emma Tooth supported by The Arts Council England. Being shown alongside the International Artists exhibition at Novas CUC. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18.00-20.00 Artist(s)   Emma Tooth     This is a very

Exhibition of works by Tommy McHugh – Sep – Oct

Exhibition of works by Tommy McHugh – Sep – Oct

  Exhibition of works by Tommy McHughThe Engine RoomsSeptember 2008 – October 2008 (tbc)Exhibition: Paintings, Drawings and sculpture by internationally renowned Liverpool artist Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   Tommy McHugh     Tommy McHugh, a former Liverpool builder who, after suffering a stroke eight years ago was left with an overwhelming urge to create.

Face Figure and Folly – 23.09.2008 – 03.10.2008

    Face, Figure and FollyLiverpool Academy of Arts23.09.2008 – 03.10.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of paintings by Len Ehlen. Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   Len Ehlen     An exhibition of paintings by Len Ehlen. Venue Details   Liverpool Academy of Arts 32 Seel Street Click for Full details Open   Monday-Friday 12.00 – 16.00

Fantasy Studio Project – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Fantasy Studio Project – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Fantasy Studio ProjectA Foundation20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: The Fantasy Studio Project will provide an insight into seven Korean contemporary artists’ creative processes by revealing the transitory moments of production. The project will not reconstruction each artists’ studio in any literal sense, but pose liminal spaces that allow the reinterpretation of the exhibition venue as a

Fellow Travellers – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Fellow Travellers – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Fellow TravellersNovas CUC20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: A continuously evolving group exhibition of works by lesbian and gay artists. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Sadie Lee, Matthew Stradling, Laurie Lipton, Nick Hunt, Asa Johannesson, David Hoyle, Sarah Plescia, Chris Turrell, Holly Johnson, Trademark, Mandy McCartin, Naive John, Ajamu, Hrafnkell Sigurdsson, Chris Von Steiner  

Five Nordic Women Artists – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Five Nordic Women Artists – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Five Nordic Women ArtistsNovas CUC20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Five contemporary women artists present new work commissioned by NICE08 Festival Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Katrin Fridriks, Laila Strandberg, Maren Juell Kristensen, Asa Johannesson, Laufey Johansen     As part of NICE08 (Nordic International Cultural Events) women artists from Iceland, Norway, Denmark and Sweden

Float – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008 tbc

Float – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008 tbc

    FloatThe National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008 tbcOther: A dramatic installation of more than 5,000 luminous tipped fishing floats (‘Peacock Wagglers’). Private Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   jane+dannythecatholics     A dramatic installation of more than 5,000 luminous tipped fishing floats (‘Peacock Wagglers’) in one of the original locks designed by James

Folk and Fiction – Part 1 – 17.10.2008 20.00-

Folk and Fiction – Part 1 – 17.10.2008 20.00-

  Folk and Fiction – Part 1Wolstenholme Projects17.10.2008 20.00 – Performance: Live Music Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Duncan Stuart, Lizzie Nunnery, Elizabeth Willow     Folk and Fiction Part 1 sees a special acoustic performance from musician Duncan Stuart and friends. Featured on the new release ‘Liverpool Music Today’. This one off event

Frakass – Big Room Special. 28.09.2008

Frakass – Big Room Special. 28.09.2008

    Frakass – Big Room SpecialThe Magnet28.09.2008Performance: Frakass – Big Room Special The Sonny Simmons Quartet Philip Jeck / Noise Club / The Hive Collective / Vizualkemi Private Viewing   n/a Artist(s)   The Sonny Simmons Quartet, Philip Jeck, Noise Club, The Hive Collective, Vizualkemi     We have a very special FRAKASS this

From New York to Liverpool – 04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008

From New York to Liverpool – 04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008

  From New York to LiverpoolLiverpool Academy of Arts04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of works by Simon Pritchard, John Chatterton and the Cunard Yanks celebrating the music and musicians that the Cunard liners helped Britain. Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   Simon Pritchard, John Chatterton and the Cunard Yanks     An exhibition of works

Garner-Medwin Lecture 2008 – 23.10.2008 14.30-15.30

Garner-Medwin Lecture 2008 – 23.10.2008 14.30-15.30

  Garner-Medwin Lecture 2008 by Wendy RamshawBluecoat Display Centre23.10.2008 14.30 – 15.30Lecture: The Annual Garner-Medwin Lecture 2008 Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Wendy Ramshaw     Wendy Ramshaw will give the Annual Garner-Medwin Lecture 2008 on Thursday 23rd October from 2.30-3.30pm. Tickets are available for £3.95 (£2.95 concs.) pre-booking is advisable. Call the Bluecoat

Gary Sollars Bold St Exhibitions. 19.09.2008 – 03.10.2008

Gary Sollars Bold St Exhibitions. 19.09.2008 – 03.10.2008

  Gary Sollars – Bold Street Exhibitions ProgrammeWest World19.09.2008 – 03.10.2008Exhibition: Paintings presented in the shop windows of Bold St. shops where passers-by can share and experience in the unique creativity of Gary ‘Dollman’ Sollars. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Gary Sollars     Gary Sollars, renowned for his incredible skills as a painter

glossmattfix 04 the uninvited guest – 18.09.2008 – 27.11.2008

glossmattfix 04 the uninvited guest – 18.09.2008 – 27.11.2008

  glossmattfix 04 the uninvited guest.glossmattfix works project18.09.2008 – 27.11.2008Workshop: an installation of work in progress which is accessible and viewable for the full duration of gmf works project during the independents programme. Private Viewing   06.11.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   brandon fix     the installation is context specific and will explore using large and

GMF WORKS 01 Andreas Tschersich, peripher 2005 – 2008 – 18.09.2008 – 3.10.2008

GMF WORKS 01 Andreas Tschersich, peripher 2005 – 2008 – 18.09.2008 – 3.10.2008

  GMF WORKS 01 Andreas Tschersich, peripher 2005 – 2008glossmattfix 02 works18.09.2008 – 3.10.2008Exhibition: recent largescale photographs taken in various european cites which address issues concerning urbanism and modernity within public space. Private Viewing   18.09.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Andreas Tschersich     My work as an artist, my personal debate in regards content with

GMF WORKS 02 Peter MaCaughey – 09.10.2008 – 24.10.2008

GMF WORKS 02 Peter MaCaughey – 09.10.2008 – 24.10.2008

  GMF WORKS 02 Peter MaCaughey, without title, context driven performance and projectionglossmattfix 02 works09.10.2008 – 24.10.2008Performance: context driven performance and projections which attempt to link space, public within the arena of performance and the biennial Private Viewing   09.10.2008 18.00 Artist(s)   Peter MaCaughey     Peter McCaughey is an artist and educator based

GMF WORKS 03 residue group show – 06.11.2008 – 27.11.2008

GMF WORKS 03 residue group show – 06.11.2008 – 27.11.2008

  GMF WORKS 03 residue group showglossmattfix 02 works06.11.2008 – 27.11.2008Exhibition: residue, group show with multi media installation, photography, video, small scale sculpture and 3D collage. Private Viewing   06.11.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   brandon fix, peter macaughey, andreas tschersich, david stokes, roy roberts, ben devereau, matt wells, audioindecline, mary freeman, iain jackson, richard brook, steve

Greetings From Stavanger – 31.10.2008 – 28.11.2008

Greetings From Stavanger – 31.10.2008 – 28.11.2008

  Greetings From StavangerMocha Lounge31.10.2008 – 28.11.2008Visual art exhibition of women painters working in the other capital of culture for 2008 in Stavanger, Norway.   Viewing   Friday 31st October 2008 16.00-18.00 Artist(s)   Vigdis Elisabeth Feldt – Paintings in acrylics. Ingrid Solesvik – Watercolour on paper.     An exhibition to celebrate Liverpool’s cultural,

Headcases – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Headcases – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  HeadcasesHemingways Coffee Bar, Duke St.19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: The walls of Hemingways play host to Anthony Wynne’s curious wall sculptures for the Biennial. Private Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   Anthony Wynne     Hemingways, that most Bohemian of Liverpool’s coffee bars,is hosting a show of artist Anthony Wynne’s curious wall sculptures. The show, titled ‘Headcases’,is

Hope Staff and Alumni 08 – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Hope Staff and Alumni 08 – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Hope Staff and Alumni 08Cornerstone20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Recent works by Hope University’s Fine Art and Design Staff, ex-members of staff and selected previous graduated students. Private Viewing   25.09.2008 17.30 – 20.00 Artist(s)   Please visit the www.hope.ac.uk/cornerstonegallery for exhibiting Artists and Designers     The Cornerstone Gallery at Liverpool Hope University, England is

Hope Street Project. 25.09.2008 – 27.11.2008

Hope Street Project. 25.09.2008 – 27.11.2008

  Hope Street ProjectLiverpool Cathedral and Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral25.09.2008 – 27.11.2008The Project is an installation linking Liverpool’s two Cathedrals with a visible laser and another invisible laser to transmit sound. Private Viewing   28.10.2008 18.00 – 19.30 Artist(s)   Peter Appleton, Simon Thorne, Colin Dilnot     HOPE STREET is a major sound installation that

Horse Power – 12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

Horse Power – 12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

  Horse PowerMetal, Edge Hill12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008Exhibition: Horse Power mixes objects, artworks and ideas related to Edge Hill being the first passenger railway station in the world. Viewing   11.09.2008 18.30 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Horse Power will feature works by AL and AL, Iain Andrews, Katriona Beales, Anna Benson, Toby Clarkson, Ferrari, Malcolm LeGrice,

I dwell in possibility – 26.09.2008- 04.10.2008

I dwell in possibility – 26.09.2008- 04.10.2008

  I dwell in possibilityCurve Gallery26.09.2008- 04.10.2008Exhibition: Hannah Fray, Joe Bampton & Emily Speed explore relationships between architecture and homelessness, memory & personal space. Private Viewing   25.09.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Hannah Fray, Joe Bampton, Emily Speed     Curve Gallery opens its 2008 Biennial with a powerhouse group show. Three artists who

Imaginary Landscape. 14.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

Imaginary Landscape. 14.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Imaginary LandscapeCafe Porto, Rodney St14.11.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Abstract Expressionist Painitngs – Mixed media Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Cristina Prudente     These paintings are part of a study for the final project “Imaginary Landscape”. The project is intended to explore the borders between reality and imagination, reality and illusion, and will end

Imagine. 14.10.2008 – 23.10.2008

Imagine. 14.10.2008 – 23.10.2008

  ImagineLiverpool Academy of Arts14.10.2008 – 23.10.2008Exhibition: The regular exhibition run by Imagine – the mental health charity. Private Viewing   13.10.2008 18.30 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Several artists     The regular exhibition run by Imagine – the mental health charity. The exhibition is for people who have been affected by mental health problems

In An Ideal World – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

In An Ideal World – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  ENDS This Week – ‘In An Ideal World‘St. Brides20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: The Toxteth Art Gallery presents local artists from Liverpool city and abroad in a mixed exhibition of various media, curated by Alice Lenkiewicz. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 17-20.00 Artist(s)   Richard Gustavo Caroprese HoyosTracy DunnAlice LenkiewiczGeorge LundArthur RobertsJoel BirdJanine PinionSarah RyanMary FitzpatrickStephen OsuRaymond

In The Dock. 27.09.2008 – 12.10.2008

    In The DockUnit C18, Albert Dock27.09.2008 – 12.10.2008Exhibition: Curated by Christine O’Reilly Wilson, 5 local artists (members of Liverpool Contemporary Artists) present a variety of abstract work, mainly painting, mixed media and installation, in which opulence of colour and texture seek the sublime. Private Viewing   27.09.2008 12.30 – 16.00 Artist(s)   Christine O’Reilly

In The Window – Jessica Briggs – 1.09.2008 – 30.09.2008

In The Window – Jessica Briggs – 1.09.2008 – 30.09.2008

  In The Window Series – Jessica Briggs JewelleryBluecoat Display Centre1.09.2008 – 30.09.2008Exhibition: in the window series showing in the windows at Bluecoat Display Centre at the Bluecoat & Bluecoat Display Centre Two at 54 Hanover Street. September 2008: Jessica Briggs Jewellery Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Jessica Briggs     Jessica originally studied

In The Window – Walter Keeler – 01.10.2008 – 31.10.2008

In The Window – Walter Keeler – 01.10.2008 – 31.10.2008

  In The Window Series – Walter Keeler CeramicsBluecoat Display Centre01.10.2008 – 31.10.2008Exhibition: In The Window Series, October 2008: ceramics by Walter Keeler Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Walter Keeler     Walter Keeler is one of the UK’s top contemporary potters, and is a Fellow of the Craft Potters Association of Great Britain.

In Their Lives – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

In Their Lives – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  In Their LivesHeritage Centre, St George’s Hall19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Artist Anthony Brown is to display his latest portraits in a truly unique celebration of the greatest Cultural Icons of the modern age; John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison & Ringo Starr, within the majestic surroundings of the finest building in the city of Liverpool,

Interchange – 20.10.2008 – 20.11.2008

Interchange – 20.10.2008 – 20.11.2008

  InterchangeCCP Car Park20.10.2008 – 20.11.2008Exhibition: Over four weeks ‘Interchange’ will present the work of four groups of artists from Liverpool, Gdansk, Istanbul, and Naples. Each ‘city’ will occupy the gallery for one week in turn to produce an exhibition and host a programme of music, performances and workshops Private Viewing   None Artist(s)  

International and MeMe – Tracy Lewis 8.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

International and MeMe – Tracy Lewis 8.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

  Recipes of Desires by Tracy LewisThe International and MeMe (ex Titos)8.10.2008 – 19.10.2008Exhibition: Works by Tracy Lewis Private Viewing   09.10.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Tracy Lewis     Tracy creates amazingly intricate metre square collages made from found natural materials.  Tracy uses lots of dried red roses and other flowers in her work to

Jane Edden – Colony & An Oscillation of Caz Wellers – 30.10.2008 – 2.11.2008

Jane Edden – Colony & An Oscillation of Caz Wellers – 30.10.2008 – 2.11.2008

  Jane Edden – Colony & An Oscillation of Caz WellersWolstenholme Projects30.10.2008 – 2.11.2008Exhibition: Two large scale installations by Jane Edden. Private Viewing   30.10.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Jane Edden     Edden’s installation of oscillating feathered devices raises a soaring polyphony of sound when triggered by the wind from an electric fan. These ‘birds’,

Jen Liu – 31.10.2007 – 30.11.2008

Jen Liu – 31.10.2007 – 30.11.2008

  Jen Liu: Drastic Measures, Unknown PleasuresCeri Hand Gallery31.10.2007 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Works by the New York artist Private Viewing   30.10.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Jen Liu     What at first seemed like the end has been averted. Out of an ugly dream, equilibrium has been found, and all the parts fit: each division a

John Sutherst – 04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008

John Sutherst – 04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008

    John Sutherst, New Paintings and DrawingsLiverpool Academy of Arts04.11.2008 – 14.11.2008Exhibition: A welcome return exhibition by local artist John Sutherst. Private Viewing   tbc Artist(s)   John Sutherst     A welcome return exhibition by local artist John Sutherst. Venue Details   Liverpool Academy of Arts 32 Seel Street Click for Full details

Jyll Bradley, The Botanic Garden – 20.09.2008 – 23.12.2008

    Jyll Bradley, The Botanic GardenThe Walker Art Gallery20.09.2008 – 23.12.2008Exhibition: Jyll Bradley’s new installation of large scale back-lit works, created especially for the Walker Art Gallery, is a response to the artist’s year long exploration of Liverpool’s extraordinary botanic history Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Jyll Bradley     The work is

K2 Kinkakuji – 18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

K2 Kinkakuji – 18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  K2 KinkakujiK2 Telephone box, outside Liverpool Town Hall18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: Yoshiaki Kaihatsu is to create the Kinkakuji 2 (Golden Pavilion temple), the most iconic temple in Japan within the smallest listed building (K2 telephone kiosk) situated outside Liverpool’s Townhall. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Yoshiaki Kaihatsu     The K2 red telephone box

Kisses for Shanghai – 20.09.2008 14.00 -

    Kisses for Shanghai View Two Gallery20.09.2008 14.00 -Performance: As Part of Thomas Jacobi’s exhibition From a Distance – At Close Range visitors will be invited to ‘print’ their kisses onto a length of paper attached to the wall of the first floor gallery. The resulting work will complete Thomas’ installation and remain for

Laputa City – 07.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

    Laputa CityWilliamson Tunnels07.11.2008 – 23.11.2008Exhibition: A new work by Richard and Michael Whitby installed inside the Williamson Tunnels Private Viewing   06.11.2008 17-20.00 Artist(s)   Richard Whitby, Michael Whitby     Sound, photographs and a video are used in response to the venue and its history Venue Details   Williamson Tunnels Click for

Leave Gordon Alone – 24.09.2008 – 16.00

Leave Gordon Alone – 24.09.2008 – 16.00

  Leave Gordon AloneAlbert Dock, near Tate Liverpool24.09.2008 – 16.00Leave Gordon Brown alone performance is a passionate and emotional manifestation on the main figure of Gordon Brown. Viewing     Artist(s)   Alex Mirutziu     Leave Gordon Brown alone performance is a passionate and emotional manifestation on the main figure of Gordon Brown. The

Liverpool International Artists – 20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008

Liverpool International Artists – 20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008

  Liverpool International ArtistsNovas Contemporary Urban Centre20.09.2008 – 15.11.2008Exhibition: A British Art and Design Association project inspired and curated by the Liverpool born artist Terry Duffy. The exhibition comprises an eclectic mix of painting, photography, sculpture, film and installation and tackles themes including urban cultural diversity, homelessness, alienation, sexuality as well as love, passion and

Liverpool Printmakers Make Good – 06.11.2008 – 06.12.2008

Liverpool Printmakers Make Good – 06.11.2008 – 06.12.2008

  Liverpool Printmakers Make GoodEditions Ltd06.11.2008 – 06.12.2008Exhibition: Monoprints, silkscreen prints, wood engravings and etchings by three prominent UK based printmakers. Viewing   06.11.2008 17.30-20.00 Artist(s)   Anne Desmet, Neil Morris, Sean Rorke     This unusual exhibition features works new to Liverpool by printmakers Anne Desmet, Neil Morris and Sean Rorke. The artists have

Local Heroes – 23.10.2008 – 01.11.2008

Local Heroes – 23.10.2008 – 01.11.2008

  Local HeroesView Two Gallery23.10.2008 – 01.11.2008Exhibition: A group exhibition which seeks to explore shared, differing and contradictory conceptions evoked by the local and the heroic. Private Viewing   22.10.2008 18.00 ’til late Artist(s)   Brainface, Fernando Cari, Rhonda Davies, Penny Davenport, Kev Grey, Sarah Gladden, Thomas Jacobi, Emily Lansley, Sam Meech, John O’Shea, Tom

Lodge Lane Days – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Lodge Lane Days – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Lodge Lane Days – Jon PountainShop window fronts along Lodge Lane & other venues (see venue details)20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: ‘Lodge Lane Days’ is a series of pastel works which reflect transient moments along Lodge Lane. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 Artist(s)   Jon Pountain     ‘Lodge Lane Days’ is the title of my Culture

Look Sea 11.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

Look Sea 11.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Look Sea – the oceans : the river : the port : the poolSt Nick’s Church11.11.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: by Christine Wilcox-Baker. A celebratory Art installation for ‘Liverpool European Capital of Culture 08’. This work is the outcome of an artist’s voyage of discovery through the hidden world of today’s Port of Liverpool Private Viewing

make – 09.10.2008 – 08.11.2008

make – 09.10.2008 – 08.11.2008

  make The Green Street09.10.2008 – 08.11.2008Exhibition: exhibition of work by Caroline Black Private Viewing   Saturday 11.10.2008 6.00 – 8:00 Artist(s)   Caroline Black     Exhibiton of recent work by Caroline black, documentation of actuations, sound, photography, and video. Venue Details   The Green Street365-367 Smithdown Road, Liverpool L15 3JJ Click for Full

Making The Invisible Visible – 16.10.2008 – 01.11.2008

Making The Invisible Visible – 16.10.2008 – 01.11.2008

  Making The Invisible VisiblePark Palace16.10.2008 – 01.11.2008Exhibition: A sound installation collaboration between zho visual and Tim Lambert set in a recovered venue of dreams. Private Viewing   16.10.2008 18.00 – 19:30 Artist(s)   Tim Lambert in a collaboration with Zho Visual     A journey to capture the essence of movement through sound using

Maybe in the Sky – 20.09.2008 – 9.11.2008

Maybe in the Sky – 20.09.2008 – 9.11.2008

  Maybe in the SkyWorld Museum Liverpool20.09.2008 – 9.11.2008Exhibition: Visual artists Lily Markiewicz and Anne Robinson have created two new video works for World Museum’s Planetarium. These moving images reflect the shocking reverberations of Galileo’s invention of the telescope 400 years ago. Private Viewing   20.09.2008 14.30 – 17.00 Artist(s)   Lily Markiewicz, Anne Robinson

Meet me at Sunset – 18.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

Meet me at Sunset – 18.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Meet me at SunsetUllet Grange / Gallery4allarts18.10.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: An art project and exhibition from international and Liverpool based artists in collaboration with Romanian artists based in UK. Curator: Nicole Bartos / Gallery4allarts. Private Viewing   Private View: 18 October, 2008, 5pm – 9pm Opening ceremony: 6pm   Live art performance:  Saturday 1st November 4.30pm –

Mel Brimfield – 18.09.2008 – 19.10.2008

Mel Brimfield – 18.09.2008 – 19.10.2008

  Mel Brimfield – Waiter waiter, there’s a sculpture in my soupCeri Hand Gallery18.09.2008 – 19.10.2008Exhibition: The first major exhibition to examine the rich history of collaborative practice between comedians and performance artists to date. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18.00 Artist(s)   Mel Brimfield     From the seminal What’s in the Box? performances by

Metafex – 09.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

Metafex – 09.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

  MetafexAll TAO Liverpool Venues – And More!09.11.2008 – 23.11.2008Exhibition: Metafex Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   tbc     Metafex is a meta-conceptual festival running from the 9th to the 23rd of November 2008. Inspired by Pontifex by Theodore Roszak and the work of Ken Campbell. Run by The Art Organisation Liverpool and in

Michelle Molyneux: Assumption and Perceptions – 04.10.2008 – 16.11.2008

Michelle Molyneux: Assumption and Perceptions – 04.10.2008 – 16.11.2008

  Michelle Molyneux: Assumption and PerceptionsWilliamson Art Gallery04.10.2008 – 16.11.2008Exhibition: An ongoing journey of trading the casting shadow of indifference in, for a creative engagement with the world around us Viewing   03.10.2008 19.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Michelle Molyneux     Michelle Molyneux : Assumptions and Perceptions is a solo show of photo-collage constructs

Mike Absalom – “Me Dream’s Out!” (A Liverpool Irish Mirage) – 23.10.2008 – 27.11.2008

Mike Absalom – “Me Dream’s Out!” (A Liverpool Irish Mirage) – 23.10.2008 – 27.11.2008

  Mike Absalom – “Me Dream’s Out!” (A Liverpool Irish Mirage)View Two Gallery23.10.2008 – 27.11.2008Exhibition: Images of myth and reality around the Scotland Road by County Mayo painter and print maker Mike Absalom. Private Viewing   23.10.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Mike Absalom     Following his exhibition “My Irish Eyes on Liverpool” in

Modern Contemporary Creatives – 22.08.2008 – 12.10.2008

Modern Contemporary Creatives – 22.08.2008 – 12.10.2008

  Modern Contemporary CreativesArtroom, Parkgate22.08.2008 – 12.10.2008Exhibition: Contemporary Merseyside artists Claire McCarthy, Elaine Preece Stanley and Jacqui Chapman display innovative works. Viewing   21.08.2008 – 16.00-21.00 Artist(s)   Claire McCarthy, Elaine Preece Stanley, Jacqui Chapman     Elaine Preece Stanley: Elaine was born and bred in Liverpool and after graduating from Hope University she started

Monuments – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

Monuments – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  Monuments by Terry DuffyMartins Bank20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: The MONUMENTS installation by the international artist Terry Duffy is a pan European project being launched as part of the Independents 08 Biennial. MONUMENTS is an unique site specific project which will be in an iconic listed building in central Liverpool. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 12-17.00 Artist(s)

Mothman Comic Book Issue Zero. 25.09.2008 – 25.12.2008

Mothman Comic Book Issue Zero. 25.09.2008 – 25.12.2008

  Mothman Comic Book Free Issue ZeroOnline at www.eightdaysaweek.org.uk25.09.2008 – 25.12.2008Publication: Free Mothman Comic Book By Artists Tony Knox, Anna McDade, Katie Hanratty Private Viewing   none Artist(s)   Tony Knox, Anna McDade, Katie Hanratty     The mothman a tragic dysfunctional hero that would save you if he could only save himself … Artist

Move – 31.10.2008 – 09.11.2008

Move – 31.10.2008 – 09.11.2008

  MoveUnit C18, Albert Dock31.10.2008 – 09.11.2008Exhibition: Art exhibition by four artists Viewing   30.10.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Artists to be confirmed     Drawings, photography and other visual art involving movement in its creation. Four visual artists from across the North west will exhibit in this show, curated by Claire Weetman. Venue Details  

Mr Democracy – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

    Mr Democracy The Royal Standard19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: In an ambitious international project exploring trade, democracy and globalisation, Berlin-based artist Oliver Walker will undertake the creation of a UK constitution. Private Viewing   18.09.2008 Artist(s)   Oliver Walker     The UK is one of only three countries in the world not to have

Navigator – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

    NavigatorThe Royal Standard19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: The inaugural exhibition in The Royal Standard’s new home will draw on our location outside of the city’s cultural heartland Private Viewing   18.09.2008 Artist(s)   Peter Ainsworth, Dave Ball, Milo Brennan, Adam Humphries, Tim Machin, Townley and Bradby.     The inaugural exhibition in The Royal Standard’s

New Blood – 15.11.2008 – 03.01.2009

New Blood – 15.11.2008 – 03.01.2009

  New BloodRoald Dahl Centre at Royal Liverpool Hospital, Philharmonic Hall and Bluecoat Display Centre15.11.2008 – 3.1.2009Exhibition: A series of commissioned art pieces inspired by the theme of dynamic blood flow.A fascinating series of sculptural pieces formed from fragile ladies hosieries, stretched and weighed down by dripping clusters of glass balls reminiscent of clots, veins,

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Andrew Collinge) – 21.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Andrew Collinge) – 21.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralAndrew Collinge, 45 Castle Street21.09.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Viewing     Artist(s)   Cathy Hibbert, Christine Taylor, Wendy Williams all from SOUP, and Peripheral artists from Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (BB’s) – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (BB’s) – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralBB’s Food Court, St. John’s Shopping Centre20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool. Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Clayton Sq.) – 06.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Clayton Sq.) – 06.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralClayton Square Shopping Centre06.09.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool. Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with our counterparts from

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Lewis’s Cafe) – 20.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Lewis’s Cafe) – 20.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralLewis’s Cafe20.09.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool. Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with our counterparts from the Henry

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Lewis’s Store) – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Lewis’s Store) – 20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralLewis’s Store Window20.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool and Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with our counterparts from

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Puschka) – 21.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Puschka) – 21.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralPuschka Restaurant21.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool. Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with our counterparts from the Henry

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Red Wire) – 25.09.2008 – 16.10.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Red Wire) – 25.09.2008 – 16.10.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralRed Wire25.09.2008 – 16.10.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Mike Aitken, Steve Ashton, Alice Roberts, Stephen White, Nick Williams all from SOUP, and Peripheral artists from Leeds.     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Tate) – 29.09.2008 – 12.10.2008

North by North West: Soup vs Peripheral (Tate) – 29.09.2008 – 12.10.2008

  North by North West: Soup vs PeripheralHospitality Room, Tate Liverpool29.09.2008 – 12.10.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds. Viewing     Artist(s)   Soup Liverpool, Peripheral Leeds     To coincide with this year’s Liverpool Biennial, the Tate-based art collective SOUP have collaborated with our counterparts from the

North by Northwest: Soup vs Peripheral (Coffee Union) – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

North by Northwest: Soup vs Peripheral (Coffee Union) – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  North by Northwest: Soup vs PeripheralCoffee Union, Bold St.20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Collaboration between staff from Tate Liverpool, and the Henry Moore Institute Leeds Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Ray Carney, Louise Morgan, Sarah Stilwell, Nick Sykes, Wendy Williams all from SOUP, and Peripheral artists from Leeds     To coincide with this year’s

Not For Your Eyes 23.10.2008-27.10.2008

Not For Your Eyes 23.10.2008-27.10.2008

  Not For Your Eyes11 Wolstenholme Sq23.10.2008 – 27.10.2008Exhibition: The beguiling mystery of collage is explored by contemporary artists using paper, paint and cardboard Private Viewing   23.10.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Katriona Beales, Louise Bristow, Tracey Eastham     Not For Your Eyes is a collection of artists using the technique of collage as a

Nothing is Ever Black Or White – 23.09.2008 – 5.10.2008

Nothing is Ever Black Or White – 23.09.2008 – 5.10.2008

  Nothing is Ever Black Or WhiteUnit 8, Albert Dock23.09.2008 – 5.10.2008Exhibition: A travelling exhibition of contemporary art responding to the theme of ‘nothing is ever black or white’ Private Viewing   25.09.2008 17.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Peter Smith, Karen M Boulton, Carole Rowland, Barrie Felton, Jackie Marshall, Rie Suto, Charles Walker, Russell Willett,

Off The Wall – 15.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

Off The Wall – 15.11.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Off The WallUnit C18, Albert Dock15.11.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: New work by artist collective Markmakers Private Viewing   14.11.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Sue Archer, Jemma Egan, Tony Evans, Judith Ferns, Barbara Lamb, Sharon Lelonek, Cliff Richards, Angela Sidwell, Cathy Rounthwaite, Jane Copeman, Val Jackson, Mandy Oliphant, Sue Sharples, Jane Stokes, Claire Weetman     ‘Off

Open Studios Weekend – 18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

Open Studios Weekend – 18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

  Open Studios WeekendCurve, Limb, Arena, Bridewell, Bluecoat, Jerome, CUTS, Royal Standard and Wolstenholme.18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008Other: City wide Open Studio event. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)         Adjoining Curve Gallery, Limb Studios will open to the public for the first time. An opportunity to see Curve artists at work Painting, Printmaking and

Paintings by Duško Šibl – 09.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

Paintings by Duško Šibl – 09.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

Paintings by Duško ŠiblUnity Theatre, 3345 Parr St and the Quarter, Falkner St.09.09.2008 – 11.10.2008Exhibition: A series of new paintings by Duško Šibl Private Viewing None Artist(s) Duško Šibl “The human figure has been a lifelong preoccupation in my painting, connecting the physical with the eternal Faustian theme of good and evil. I try to

Pastels by Deenagh Miller – 06.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

Pastels by Deenagh Miller – 06.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

  Pastels by Deenagh MillerLark Lane Atelier06.09.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: Deenagh’s work draws upon her experiences on her travels, a residency in India and her talent lies in her Inward Eye where her imagination flowers into amazing fantasies. Private Viewing   06.09.2008 17-21.00 Artist(s)   Deenagh Miller     The artist has her own unique form

Pauline Hughes Ceramics – 20.10.2008 – 01.11.2008

    Pauline Hughes CeramicsEditions20.10.2008 – 01.11.2008Exhibition: For the first time Hughes will be showing both wall based ceramic work alongside her sculptures to illustrate her use of clay to both build with and draw on. Private Viewing   20.10.2008 17.30 – 20.00 Artist(s)   Pauline Hughes      I have been working with clay

Peter MaCaughey performance 44. 09.10.2008

Peter MaCaughey performance 44. 09.10.2008

    peter macaughey’s performance entitled 44glossmattfix works09.10.2008 19.00Performance: for one night only peter macaughey’s performance entitled 44. performance, live projection and narrative. Private Viewing     Artist(s)   Peter MaCaughey     For one night only peter macaughey’s performance entitled 44. performance, live projection and narrative. performance will begin at 7.15 pm prompt. arrive

Poetry Night – 02.10.2008 19.00-22.00

Poetry Night – 02.10.2008 19.00-22.00

  Poetry NightGostins Gallery02.10.2008 19.00 – 22.00Performance: Live Poetry reading Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Juke James Esq.     Juke James Esq. will read poems from his latest anthology “Beret Me”. His anthology is illustrated by John O’Neill whose work will be exhibited at the venue. Juke will be joined by other poets

Point of Contact – 18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

Point of Contact – 18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  Point of ContactHuskisson Monument, Anglican Cathedral gardens18.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: Satoru Tamura’s ‘Point of Contact’ connects and illuminates 50 incandescent lamps installed inside the Huskisson Monument Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Satoru Tamura     A machine sits upon the empty plinth where the missing statue of Huskisson once stood. A contact strikes an

Quiescence – 07.10.2008 – 12.10.2008

Quiescence – 07.10.2008 – 12.10.2008

  Quiescence by McCoy Wynne11 Wolstenholme Square07.10.2008 – 12.10.2008Exhibition: Photographic exhibition of quiescent places awaiting their planned regeneration Private Viewing   7.10.2008 17.30 – 20.30 Artist(s)   McCoy Wynne     The exhibition is a collaboration of photographers Steve McCoy and Stephanie Wynne. Over the past 5 years they have responded to buildings and environments

Re-Presentation – 24.10.2008 – 29.11.2008

Re-Presentation – 24.10.2008 – 29.11.2008

  Re-Presentation by Laurence PayotNew Slaughterhouse24.10.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: Contemporary French artist Laurence Payot transforms a new gallery into a romantic classical landscape in which you can wonder. Private Viewing   23.10.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Laurence Payot     Re-Presentation is a site-specific installation by French artist Laurence Payot at The New Slaughterhouse gallery in Garston,

Realms and Realities – 19.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

Realms and Realities – 19.09.2008 – 29.11.2008

  Realms and RealitiesGostins Gallery19.09.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: Paintings by John O’Neill and the late Richard Young. Private Viewing   18.09.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   John O’Neill, Richard Young     A rare opportunity to view and purchase work by Richard Young (1921 – 2003). A well known artist in Liverpool, deserving of greater recognition nationwide. His

Reconsider what would fit in my suitcase – 10.10.2008 – 15.10.2008

    reconsider what would fit in my suitcase 2008Liverpool City Centre – exact locations tbc10.10.2008 – 15.10.2008Exhibition: Art through circumstance..A travelling exhibition of art that fits in a suitcase. ambition and repression Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Garth Gratrix     A touring exhibition of art by Garth Gratrix which sees the creation

Red Dot: Recycle Into Art – 19.09.2008 – 26.09.2008

Red Dot: Recycle Into Art – 19.09.2008 – 26.09.2008

  Red Dot – Recycle Into ArtSt. Luke’s Church & Liverpool Centre for Arts Development19.09.2008 – 26.09.2008Workshop: Liverpool-based arts organisation Red Dot are staging the first-ever Recycling Week in the city.       Artist(s)   Alison Bailey Smith, Beccy Williams, Alice Lenkiewicz, Jane Fairhurst, Barbara Jones, Eimear Kavanagh, Anne Mawdsley.     Liverpool-based arts

Retold. 27.11.2008 – 03.12.2008

Retold. 27.11.2008 – 03.12.2008

  RetoldMUSE27.11.2008 – 03.12.2008Exhibition: Biennial volunteers’ exhibition Private Viewing   26.11.2008 18.00 Artist(s)   various artists     Liverpool Biennial 08 volunteers present new work created in response to their experience/s of the Made Up festival. Venue Details   MUSE (ex Arena) Duke Street Click for Full details Open     Wheelchair Access   No

Ringing Banners – 12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

Ringing Banners – 12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008

  Ringing Banners – Edward BruceLiverpool Anglican Cathedral12.09.2008 – 11.10.2008Exhibition: Ringing Banners are artworks specially made for Liverpool’s Capital of Culture year. They integrate art, music, craft, architecture and performance. Private Viewing   11.09.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Edward Bruce     The project brings together the two worlds of bell ringing and weaving in a

Rope The Blowing Wind – From Late November

    Rope the Blowing WindPalm House, Sefton Parktbc – Late November 2008Exhibition: Automatic, wind-powered objects and sculpture inspired by Victoriana Private Viewing   Maybe. tbc Artist(s)   Danny May, Rhonda Davies, Adam Cooper, Emily Collins, Janet Brandon     5 Windmill powered Sculptures will be situated around the grounds of the Palm House, Sefton

Roy Munday’s Paintings 18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Roy Munday’s Paintings 18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Roy Munday’s PaintingsWarehouse, Sparling St.18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: A collection of the artist’s work from the past four years, much of it depicting the Liverpool’s waterfront, including the visit of the Tall Ships Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Roy Munday     Roy Munday’s exhibition in the warehouse in Sparling street is intended to

Rush Hour – 27.11.2008 – 11.01.2009

Rush Hour – 27.11.2008 – 11.01.2009

  Rush Hour by Mark WillcoxNovas CUC27.11.2008 – 11.01.2009Exhibition: In probably the last show in the Biennial programme, Mark Willcox is showing, in a solo exhibition ‘Rush Hour’, a body of semi-abstract work that recreates his experiences of rush hour with a sight-impaired condition Private Viewing   tba Artist(s)   Mark Willcox     In

Serendipity Phase 1 – 15.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

Serendipity Phase 1 – 15.09.2008 – 30.10.2008

  Serendipity Phase 1 – Solo Show by George LundLCAD15.09.2008 – 30.10.2008Exhibition: Art by George  Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   George Lund     Serendipity Exhibition Concept and Programme:Serendipity is the effect by which one accidentally discovers something fortunate when having conceived, especially while looking for something else entirely. The etymology on the term

Serendipity Phase 2 – 16.10.2008 – 20.11.2008

Serendipity Phase 2 – 16.10.2008 – 20.11.2008

  Serendipity Phase 2 – Group ShowLCAD16.10.2008 – 20.11.2008Exhibition: Group Exhibition – Jo Derbyshire, Diane Canon and others. Curated by Ali. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Jo Derbyshire, Diane Canon and others. Curated by Ali.Further information available from the Lead Artist, Jo Derbyshire, at aprilskies1204@aol.com.     Serendipity Exhibition Concept and Programme:Serendipity is the

Shanghai Sounds & Dinner – 27.09.2008 18.00 until late

  Shanghai Sounds & DinnerView Two Gallery27.09.2008 18.00 ’til late Party: An event taking place as part of Thomas Jacobi’s exhibition From a Distance – At Close Range. Sample the food and drink of China prepared by Dr Yupin Chung (curator of the Chinese Collection at the Lady Lever Art Gallery) to the music and

Slowness 15.11.2008 – 21.11.2008

Slowness 15.11.2008 – 21.11.2008

  SlownessRed Wire15.11.2008 – 21.11.2008Exhibition: Six International Artists working with Video and Live Art. Private Viewing   14.11.2008 18.30 Artist(s)   Laura Cooper- Bangkok Giles Bailey and Jens Strandberg- Glasgow/London Birgit Deubner- Liverpool/London Rhian Russell in collaboration with Nick Wright- Liverpool/ Edinburgh Hanna Tuulikki in Collaboration with James Lee- Glasgow Kai-Oi Jay Yung in collaboration

Sound Report: MadeUp – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Sound Report: MadeUp – 19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Sound Report: MadeUpSoundNetwork Website19.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Other: SoundNetwork invite its growing membership to submit audio work for Liverpool Biennial 2008. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   SoundNetwork Members     Sound Report: MADEUP SoundNetwork invite it’s growing membership to submit stereo audio work for Liverpool Biennial 2008 in response to the Biennial MADEUP theme. concocted

Soup at Hope. 28.11.2008 – 18.02.2009

Soup at Hope. 28.11.2008 – 18.02.2009

  Soup at HopeHope University, Gateway Building28.11.2008 – 18.02.2009Exhibition: A 70’s Retrospective exhibition of former students’ artwork and photography, alongside work by current BA(QTS) students. The exhibition will include a print workshop, led by a member of ‘SOUP’, for students involved in this year’s HEARTS Project (Higher Education ARTS in Schools). Private Viewing   Thursday

Space and Time – 6.10.2008 – 9.11.2008

Space and Time – 6.10.2008 – 9.11.2008

  Space and TimeAll TAO Liverpool venues6.10.2008 – 9.11.2008Exhibition: Space and Time Private Viewing   Maybe Artist(s)   tbc     This period of time is allocated to independent artists and groups with more defined or individual shows to hire spaces for private exhibitions giving people the opportunity to take part and promote themselve’s within

Stuart Sutcliffe Retrospective – 21.08.2008 – 31.01.2009

Stuart Sutcliffe Retrospective – 21.08.2008 – 31.01.2009

  Stuart Sutcliffe RetrospectiveUniversity of Liverpool VGM21.08.2008 – 31.01.2009Exhibition: This is the first major retrospective exhibition of Sutcliffe’s work in Liverpool for more than 40 years and charts his artistic career from his school days until his death in the 1962. Private Viewing     Artist(s)   Stuart Sutcliffe     A major exhibition of

Stuck on a country road behind an artic’ truck – 09.09.2008 – 29.09.2008

    Stuck on a country road behind an artic’ truckNew Slaughterhouse09.09.2008 – 29.09.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of works produced by Ebony Andrews over the last five years. Set firmly in the realm of ‘The Animal Kingdom’, Ebony’s recent works take both direct and indirect influences from her own experiences of ‘animal’. Private Viewing   08.09.2008

Students of St Benedicts – 02.10.2008 – 18.10.2008

    Students of St BenedictsNew Slaughterhouse02.10.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of recent work by the Students of St Benedicts Private Viewing   02.10.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Students of St Benedicts     An exhibition of recent work by the Students of St Benedicts Venue Details   New Slaughterhouse50 St Mary’s Road, Garston

Sweet Dreams. 25.09.2008 – 28.11.2008

    Sweet DreamsCornerstone25.09.2008 – 28.11.2008Exhibition: ‘Sweet Dreams’ is an exhibition of photographs by Christine Dawson, an artist based in Lancashire whose work partly aims to break down barriers and Misconceptions between different faiths and cultures. Private Viewing   25.09.2008 17.30 – 20.00 Artist(s)   Christine Dawson     ‘Sweet Dreams’ on ground floor at

Terry Cryer – “Love You All Madly” 31.10.2008 – 03.12.2008

Terry Cryer – “Love You All Madly” 31.10.2008 – 03.12.2008

  Terry Cryer – “Love You All Madly”3345 Parr St31.10.2008 – 03.12.2008Exhibition: It is with great pleasure that RedHouse Originals present “Love You All Madly”; a touring exhibition of Terry Cryer’s stunning photography. Private Viewing   30.10.2008 – contact RedHouse Originals for invite Artist(s)   Terry Cryer     It is with great pleasure that

Terry Duffy – ‘RS Thomas Triptych’ and Crucifix – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

    Terry Duffy – ‘RS Thomas Triptych’ and CrucifixAnglican Cathedral20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: The RS Thomas triptych added to the return of the previously displayed ‘Crucifixion’ by Terry Duffy. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Terry Duffy     Exhibition of the RS Thomas triptych added to the return of the previously displayed ‘Crucifixion’ by

The Baltic Frame – 25.09.2008 – 09.10.2008

The Baltic Frame – 25.09.2008 – 09.10.2008

  The Baltic FrameArena Gallery25.09.2008 – 09.10.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of work fom both international and U.K. artists. Private Viewing   25.09.2008 18.00 – 20.30 Artist(s)   Birgit Deubner, Nick Fox, Britta Bogers, Claus Dieter Geissler, Tine Wille, Andrew Bracey, Nick Sykes, Bernard Georgeson, Susie Macmurray, Lesley Halliwell, Anna Ketskemety, Dagmar Schmidt     Situated in

The Greatest Hits of Liverpool. 12.11.2008 – 23.12.2008

The Greatest Hits of Liverpool. 12.11.2008 – 23.12.2008

  The Greatest Hits of LiverpoolRENEW Rooms12.11.2008 – 23.12.2008Exhibition: Watercolour paintings by Ian Fennelly of some of Liverpool’s most loved buildings. All paintings will be available to purchase Private Viewing   11.11.2008 18-20.00 Artist(s)   Ian Fennelly     The Greatest Hits of Liverpool An art exhibition of iconic Liverpool landmarks and buildings captured in

The Lost Soul and Stranger Service Station – 19.09.2008 – 10.10.2008

The Lost Soul and Stranger Service Station – 19.09.2008 – 10.10.2008

  The Lost Soul and Stranger Service StationThe Old Barbershop at the Bluecoat19.09.2008 – 10.10.2008Exhibition: The Bluecoat’s visual artists first group exhibition. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 12.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Benjamin Egerton, Katriona Beales, Markus Soukup, Neil Keating, Nick Williams, Nicki McCubbing, Sasha Waldron, Sharon Mutch, Bernadette O’Toole, James Quin     The Bluecoat’s

The Newspaper House – 05.09.2008 – 05.10.2008

The Newspaper House – 05.09.2008 – 05.10.2008

  The Newspaper HouseThe Blackie05.09.2008 – 05.10.2008Exhibition: The Newspaper House continues its journey to Liverpool. This participatory project by Sumer Erek transforms discarded newspapers into a fascinating art installation. Private Viewing   21.09.2008 12.00Unveiling: 19.09.2008 at 12.00 Artist(s)   Sumer Erek     Talk: (Date / Time tbc) Presentation of the Newspaper House and opportunity

The PAC – Sylvia, Emily and Catherine – 14.11.2008 20.00-

The PAC – Sylvia, Emily and Catherine – 14.11.2008 20.00-

  The PAC – Sylvia, Emily and CatherineWolstenholme Projects14.11.2008 20.00-Performance: The Performing Art Collective perform their new performance of Sylvia Emily and Catherine. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Karen McLeod, Garielle Malcolm, Shelly Atton     Through performance The PAC have been exploring who the characters of Sylvia Emily and Catherine are? The piece

The Salon 14.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

    The SalonThe Salon at 11 Wolstenholme Sq.14.10.2008 – 19.10.2008Exhibition: A selection of contemporary painting, drawing and video art Private Viewing   14.10.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Saleh Addonia, Sarah Andrew, Matt Blackler, Jennifer Blake, David Caldwell, Phoebe Cope, Tomas Cyhitski, Rossen Darskalov, Kelly Dearsley, Oliver Dungey, Massimo Franco, Luke Hekate, Bill Howard, Angie Jack,

The Stuckists – An Antidote to the Ghastly Turner Prize – 06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008

The Stuckists – An Antidote to the Ghastly Turner Prize – 06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008

  The Stuckists – An Antidote to the Ghastly Turner PrizeView Two Gallery06.11.2008 – 29.11.2008Exhibition: The infamous phenomenon that is The Stuckists return to Liverpool for a major exhibition. Private Viewing   05.11.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Various     The Stuckist art group was founded in 1999 by Charles Thomson and Billy Childish,

The Winner Takes It All? – 24.10.2008 – 26.10.2008

The Winner Takes It All? – 24.10.2008 – 26.10.2008

  The Winner Takes It All?The Royal Standard24.10.2008 – 26.10.2008Conference: A research and networking weekend that will aim to playfully explore and debate the effect of the European Capital of Culture status on its recipient cities. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)         A research and networking weekend that will aim to playfully

There in Time -08.11.2008 – 28.11.2008

There in Time -08.11.2008 – 28.11.2008

  There in TimeThe Bridewell Gallery08.11.2008 – 28.11.2008Exhibition: Exhibition drawing together three artists whose work will explore the complex relationships between humans and the environments which they inhabit. Private Viewing   07.11.2008 18.00-21.00 Artist(s)   Tamarin Norwood, Mark Simpson, Emily Speed     Exhibition drawing together three emerging contemporary artists whose work will explore human

Thomas Jacobi From a Distance – At Close Range – 18.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

Thomas Jacobi From a Distance – At Close Range – 18.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

  Thomas Jacobi From a Distance – At Close Range Recent Ink Rubbings and Pigment Works on Paper, China 2005 – 2008View Two Gallery18.09.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: The exhibition will comprise of 20-30 ink rubbings and 20-30 pigment works, performance, installation, symposium and dinner. Private Viewing   17.09.2008 18.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Thomas Jacobi  

Three Weeks in November – 06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

Three Weeks in November – 06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

  Three Weeks in November100 Seel Street 06.11.2008 – 23.11.2008Exhibition: Two exhibitions, two locations, one concept, one narrative…a detective mystery as curatorial project Private Viewing   1.11.2008 18.30 – 20.30 (See below) Artist(s)   John O’Hare & Pippa Koszerek (artist-curators)     Ten artists (based between Liverpool and Wimbledon) exhibit new installation work in response

Tom of Finland Retrospective – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2009

Tom of Finland Retrospective – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2009

  Tom of Finland RetrospectiveNovas CUC 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2009Exhibition: This exhibition is a major retrospective of the early drawings by legendary gay artist Tom of Finland. Over 100 illustrations from 1944-1984 will be on show. It is one of the Homotopia festival trailblazers for the Tom of Finland Foundation. Private Viewing   19.09.2008 18.00 –

Towards the Empty Tomb – 18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Towards the Empty Tomb – 18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Towards the Empty TombLiverpool Anglican Cathedral18.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: An exhibition of paintings and drawings charting the development of Ghislaine Howard’s major work, ‘The Empty Tomb’ at Liverpool Cathedral. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Ghislaine Howard     Ghislaine Howard has just been named as a ‘Woman of the Year’ for her achievement as

Tracey Emin ‘For You’ – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

    Tracey Emin ‘For You’The Well of the Anglican Cathedral20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Internationally acclaimed artist Tracey Emin brings an especially-commissioned neon work, ‘For You’, to the Well of the Cathedral for the period of the Liverpool Biennial. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Tracey Emin     Internationally acclaimed artist Tracey Emin brings an

Transition – 14.11.2008 – 18.11.2008

Transition – 14.11.2008 – 18.11.2008

  TransitionInternational Gallery, Slater St14.11.2008 – 18.11.2008Exhibition: Bringing together artists from around the country – 8 years on from setting up the first Arts Organisation venture, 491 Gallery Sustainable Community Regeneration Art Project in Leytonstone, East London, a collection of founding members and artists bring together a diverse show Private Viewing   13.11.2008 19-21.00Followed by

Transmission – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Transmission – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  TransmissionLiverpool Medical Institution20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Artwork inspired by historical aspects of Liverpool Medical Institution, one of the oldest medical societies in the world. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Barbara Jones     This site-specific installation consists of a continuous vinyl printed image of disease cells which invades the building. These tiny universes of

Two Cathedrals – Artists in Residence – 10.11.2008 – 23.11.2008

    Two Cathedrals – Artists in ResidenceLiverpool Cathedral10.11.2008 – 23.11.2008Exhibition: A unique collaborative residency in the two cathedrals of Liverpool with two artists spending one day each week in each cathedral over the period of one year. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   Lin Holland, Jane Poulton     The works produced have been

Two Cathedrals – Artists in Residence – 18.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

    Two Cathedrals – Artists in Residence – HeartsoundsLiverpool Cathedral18.09.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: A unique collaborative residency in the two cathedrals of Liverpool with two artists spending one day each week in each cathedral over the period of one year. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   Jane Poulton     The works produced have been

Two Cathedrals – Artists-in-Residence – 18.09.2008 – 16.10.2008

    Two Cathedrals – Artists-in-ResidenceMetropolitan Cathedral of Christ The King18.09.2008 – 16.10.2008Exhibition: A unique collaborative residency in the two cathedrals of Liverpool with two artists spending one day each week in each cathedral over the period of one year. Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Lin Holland, Jane Poulton     The works produced

UN-MADE – 20.09.2008 – 5.10.2008

UN-MADE – 20.09.2008 – 5.10.2008

  UN-MADE – The Art Organisation (TAO)All TAO Venues20.09.2008 – 5.10.2008Exhibition: UN-MADE Private Viewing   2.10.2008 5.55 to 10.01 pm Artist(s)   tbc     This year’s theme for the Liverpool Biennial 2008 is ‘MADE UP’. In response, TAO Liverpool will launch with UN-MADE, a two-week exploration of the actual process of creating and presenting

URBAN/ECOLOGY – 25.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

URBAN/ECOLOGY – 25.10.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Gaia Project presents… URBAN/ECOLOGYGaia Cabinet, Albert Dock25.10.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: Created by Gaia Project, URBAN/ECOLOGY is a cross-disciplinary environmental arts project. Our primary objective is to promote the Gaia Project ‘art-ecology’ philosophy to the wider public and to put this on Liverpool’s cultural agenda in 2008. Private Viewing   25.10.2008 18.30 Artist(s)   Janette Porter

VIDA! In Living Collage: the Life and Times of Emma Burrows – 27.09.2008 – 09.11.2008

VIDA! In Living Collage: the Life and Times of Emma Burrows – 27.09.2008 – 09.11.2008

  VIDA! In Living Collage: the Life and Times of Emma BurrowsWilliamson Art Gallery27.09.2008 – 09.11.2008Exhibition: An eclectic collage homage to a much-missed Merseyside artist. Over 35 artists celebrate a life lived to the full. Private Viewing   26.09.2008 19.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Emma Burrows, Paul Needham, James Ireland, Adela Jones, Michaela Ross, Ray

Virgin Mother Whats Her Face 20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

Virgin Mother Whats Her Face 20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008

  Virgin Mother Whats Her FaceDomino20.09.2008 – 18.10.2008Exhibition: works by Alan Williams Private Viewing   Contact Felicity Wren for details Artist(s)   Alan Williams     Works by Alan WilliamsWorking in a number of different disciplines including painting, sculpture, installation, video and sound Alan Williams aims to express and communicate certain ideas the subconscious, media,

Wave If You’re Really There (2) – 20.09.2008 – 19:00-23:00

Wave If You’re Really There (2) – 20.09.2008 – 19:00-23:00

  Wave If You’re Really ThereSt. Brides, Percy Street20.09.2008 – 19:00-23:00Collaboration, Commission, Performance, Pop # 2: WEDDINGS with Wave Machines. Viewing   20.09.2008 – 19:00-23:00 Artist(s)   Nathan Jones, Wave Machines, Ross Sutherland, Luke Kennard, David J,Salena Godden, Byron Vincent, Sarah Nicolls, Chris Hicks, Tim Clare, Joe Dunthorne     Mercy will host another 3

Wave If You’re Really There (3) – 18.10.2008 – 19:00-23:00

Wave If You’re Really There (3) – 18.10.2008 – 19:00-23:00

  Wave If You’re Really ThereSt. Brides, Percy Street18.10.2008 – 19:00-23:00Collaboration, Commission, Performance, Pop # 3: Funeral Viewing   18.10.2008 – 19:00-23:00 Artist(s)   Nathan Jones, Wave Machines, Ross Sutherland, Luke Kennard, David J,Salena Godden, Byron Vincent, Sarah Nicolls, Chris Hicks, Tim Clare, Joe Dunthorne     Mercy and Wave Machines present the best in

Wave If You’re Really There (4) – 29.11.2008 – 19:00-23:00

Wave If You’re Really There (4) – 29.11.2008 – 19:00-23:00

  Wave If You’re Really ThereSt. Brides, Percy Street29.11.2008 – 19:00-23:00Collaboration, Commission, Performance, Pop # 4: Future Viewing   29.11.2008 – 19:00-23:00 Artist(s)   Nathan Jones, Wave Machines, Ross Sutherland, Luke Kennard, David J,Salena Godden, Byron Vincent, Sarah Nicolls, Chris Hicks, Tim Clare, Joe Dunthorne     Mercy will host another 3 of it’s series

Wendy Ramshaw – Drawings in Gold – 20.09.2008 – 8.11.2008

Wendy Ramshaw – Drawings in Gold – 20.09.2008 – 8.11.2008

  Wendy Ramshaw – Drawings in GoldBluecoat Display Centre20.09.2008 – 8.11.2008Exhibition: a new collection of work by Wendy Ramshaw, one of Britain’s leading jewellery and metal designers Private Viewing   19.09.2008 17.30 – 19.30 Artist(s)   Wendy Ramshaw     The exhibition ‘Drawings in Gold’ has been specially planned to take place during a period

What Cannot Come to Pass – 25.10.2008 – 1.11.2008

What Cannot Come to Pass – 25.10.2008 – 1.11.2008

  What Cannot Come to PassCurve Gallery25.10.2008 – 1.11.2008Exhibition: An artistic investigation of the desire to fly and other impossibilities Private Viewing   24.10.2008 18-21.00 Artist(s)   Elizabeth Willow     An attempted flight of fancy exploring the deep and enduring human longing to defy gravity and fly like a bird, ‘what cannot come to

Why not join our club now! – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Why not join our club now! – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  Why not join our club now!Tutill Nicol, 1 Richmond St.20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Exhibition: A small stationery exhibition by Miss E. V. Willow Private Viewing   None Artist(s)   Miss E.V. Willow     An installation of articles inspired by Tutill Nicol, the finest commercial stationers in town Venue Details   Tutill Nicol, Display Cabinet, Entrance,

Wildlife – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

Wildlife – 20.09.2008 – 30.11.2008

  WildlifeRopeWalks, Liverpool L120.09.2008 – 30.11.2008Other: Catch a glimpse of a secret and often hidden world. Wildlife is a personal celebration and interpretation of the amazing flora and fauna of RopeWalks, Liverpool. Private Viewing   No Artist(s)   jane+dannythecatholics     Catch a glimpse of a secret and often hidden world. Wildlife is a personal

Winter Art and Craft Selling Event – 18.10.2008 – 26.10.2008

Winter Art and Craft Selling Event – 18.10.2008 – 26.10.2008

  Winter Art and Craft Selling Event Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral18.10.2008 – 26.10.2008The members of the Art and Craft Guild of Lancashire present an exhibition of unique hand-crafted pieces and art. Viewing   None Artist(s)   Yvonne Chadderton, Rebecca Wilmer, Paula Maxfield, Jane Bell, Pam Potter, Sally Lambert, Joyce Ellis, Joanne Eddon, Malcolm Mentha, Lita Narayan,

Winter Spectacular – 24.10.2008 – 4.1.2009

Winter Spectacular – 24.10.2008 – 4.1.2009

  Winter Spectacular Artroom, Parkgate24.10.2008 – 4.1.2009Exhibition: Contemporary artworks and sculpture Private Viewing   23.10.2008 16.00 – 21.00 Artist(s)   Some of the artists include Faith Bebbington, Elaine Preece Stanley, Nigel Morris, Phil Dowling, Matthew Snowden, Robin Mullen, Robert Wyatt     Faith Bebbington Faith’s new collection of figurative sculptures evolved by her inventing characters

Wolstenholme Projects: Open Studios – 18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

Wolstenholme Projects: Open Studios – 18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008

  Open StudiosWolstenholme Projects18.10.2008 – 19.10.2008A chance to explore the amazing building that is 11 Wolstenholme Square and to see work by artists in Wolstenholme Projects. Viewing   No Artist(s)   Emily Speed, John O’Hare, Gordon Culshaw, Karen McLeod, James Thompson, Brychan Tudor, Susan Massey, Kieron Finnetty, Peach Tree Pear Tree Press, Jamie Torode, Mike

Wolstenholme Screenings. 02.10.2008

    Wolstenholme Screenings – October. The Halfmoon Files11 Wolstenholme Sq.02.10.2008Screening: For our monthly screening event, the biennial sees guest curators select the films. For October artist Paul Rooney selects. Private Viewing   n/a Artist(s)   Philip Scheffner (selected by Paul Rooney)     The Halfmoon Files Philip Scheffner (an artist/musician/documentary maker from Berlin) 87

Zproject at The Florrie – 20.09.2008 – tba

Zproject at The Florrie – 20.09.2008 – tba

  Zproject at the FlorrieThe Florrie, Mill Street, The Dingle20.09.2008 – tbaExhibition & Performance: Artist Masato Nakamura along with Tom Calderbank will recreate the missing dome from the Florrie and hold an arts workshop in collaboration with artists and members of the Dingle community. Private Viewing   n/a Artist(s)   Masato Nakamura, Tom Calderbank and