Fall is a time of change and transformation, and the art world is no exception. This October, galleries and museums around the globe are unveiling exciting new exhibitions that showcase the work of leading contemporary and modern artists. From immersive installations to thought-provoking retrospectives, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Re/sisters
Where: National Gallery, London, UK
When: 5 Oct, 2023 – 14 Jan, 2024
This exhibition explores the complex and multifaceted relationships between women artists throughout history, from the Renaissance to the present day. It features over 100 works of art by over 50 artists, including Artemisia Gentileschi, Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun, Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Frida Kahlo, Eva Hesse, Cindy Sherman, and Tracey Emin.
The exhibition is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the relationships between women artists. For example, one section explores the ways in which women artists have supported and mentored each other, while another section examines the ways in which women artists have challenged and subverted patriarchal norms.
Philip Guston Now
Where: Tate Modern, London, UK
When: 25 Oct, 2023 – 25 Feb, 2024
This major retrospective of Philip Guston’s work brings together over 200 paintings, drawings, and sculptures from across the artist’s career. Guston was a highly influential American artist who is best known for his figurative paintings that combine elements of abstraction, expressionism, and cartooning.
The exhibition charts Guston’s stylistic evolution from his early abstract paintings to his later figurative works. It also explores the key themes in Guston’s work, such as identity, race, and violence.
Hiroshi Sugimoto
Where: Hayward Gallery, London, UK
When: 11 Oct, 2023 – 7 Jan, 2024
This exhibition showcases the work of Hiroshi Sugimoto, a Japanese photographer who is known for his large-format, black-and-white photographs of landscapes, architecture, and cultural artifacts. Sugimoto’s photographs are often characterized by their long exposure times and their meditative atmosphere.
The exhibition includes a wide range of Sugimoto’s work, from his early Seascapes series to his more recent works, such as his Theaters and Dioramas series. The exhibition also features a new commission by Sugimoto, which is a response to the Hayward Gallery’s architecture.
Frieze and Frieze Masters
Where: Regents Park, London, UK
When: 11-15 Oct, 2023
Frieze and Frieze Masters, renowned art fairs, spotlight living artists and 20th-21st century masters respectively. This year’s edition promises diverse global galleries and captivating exhibitions. Highlights include a solo presentation of Yayoi Kusama’s work and a group exhibition on art and architecture’s interplay. It’s an unmissable fusion of contemporary and classic artistry.
Beyond the Light: Identity and Place in Nineteenth-Century Danish Art
Where: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
When: 26 Oct, 2023 – 16 Apr, 2024
Delve into the Danish Golden Age, a pinnacle of 19th-century cultural and artistic achievement. Showcasing 100+ masterpieces by eminent Danish artists like Christen Købke, P.C. Skovgaard, and Vilhelm Hammershøi, this exhibition is a vivid tableau of the era.
The exhibition unfolds through distinct sections, each illuminating a facet of 19th-century Danish art and culture. Experience the portrayal of natural landscapes in one section, and in another, witness the artists’ reflections on the evolving socio-economic landscape of their time. It’s a comprehensive journey through a transformative epoch in Danish artistic expression.
