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FREE Exhibition - Portrait Award 2026
Sat, Aug 1, 1:00 PM[Follow this link for more info, no tickets required](https://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/exhibitions/2026/hsf-kramer-portrait-award-2026) The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award celebrates the very best in contemporary portraiture and is one of the most important platforms for portrait painters today. The artworks explore the variety of approaches to portraiture, from the classic to the contemporary, and encourage viewers to reflect on the creativity of the artists’ processes. Since its inception, the long-standing competition has attracted over 40,000 entries from more than 100 countries and has been seen by over 6 million people. Followed by social at the Cafe in the Crypt. *See comments below for updates*
Chinese Labour Corp Talk & Gallery Exhibition
Sun, Sep 6, 10:00 AM
'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' exhibition @ the Kings Art Gallery
Sun, Sep 6, 12:30 PMCome along on Sunday 6th Sept to visit a new exhibition at the Kings Art Gallery (formerly the Queens Art Gallery) on 'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style'. **About the exhibition** Discover the remarkable style of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch (70 years & 214 days) through clothing worn in all ten decades of her life - from birth to adulthood, from princess to queen, and from off-duty style to dressing for the global stage for momentous occasions in Britain’s history. Featuring more than 300 items, many on display for the first time, this is the largest and most comprehensive exhibition of the late Queen’s fashion ever mounted. Alongside clothing, jewellery, hats, shoes and accessories, explore never-before-seen design sketches, fabric samples and handwritten correspondence that reveal the behind-the-scenes process of dressing the most famous woman in the world and shed new light on the late Queen’s close involvement in the creation of her wardrobe. In the year that she would have turned 100 years old. The visit should last about 2 hours. The visit is self-guiding using the audio guides provided. **Tickets** Entry cost is £22.00 per person, book your own ticket at the link below and aim for the Sun 6th Sep, 2pm time slot - [https://tickets.rct.uk/product/11/6996?_ga=2.81373086.842870936.1775756797-94483748.1775756797](https://tickets.rct.uk/product/11/6996?_ga=2.81373086.842870936.1775756797-94483748.1775756797) On the day, get your ticket stamped and it gives you a year pass to come back and visit the Spring 2027 exhibition at the Kings Gallery for free. **Become a Full Member** To become a Full Member (£14 a year), either: \- Pay cash at an event \- Pay via Bank Transfer \(TSB Bank plc\, Sort code: 77\-66\-65\, Account no: 00030809\, Account name: Cultureseekers) \- Pay via credit card on the day or in advance \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' Benefits of becoming a Full Member [here...](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/531979527/) **Afterwards** After we will head to the 'The Sanctuary pub', 33 Tothill Street, a short walk from the gallery and near to St. James's Park Tube Station at 4:00pm for a chat over a drink. If you can, please come to the pub afterwards, as its a great way to meet others after the visit and its where friendships are formed! Please note, we only wait outside the station for 10 minutes after the advertised meeting time, so please be early or on time. If you can't see us outside the station, please text. Look out for the red & blue 'London Cultureseekers' group sign. Hope to see you there! Robert 07905 901 834 (text only) or email: [general@cultureseekers.org](http://general@cultureseekers.org) ***On the day, if you can’t make the visit, just change your RSVP to No or text me to say you can’t make it. Please don’t post any messages in the comments that you can’t make it, as this generates spam for everyone else.*** Please make sure you are aware of the group rules here before RSVPing - ***[https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/)***

Hurvin Anderson
Sat, Aug 15, 1:00 PM**Join us for an exciting Art Exhibition hosted by the Black Art Enthusiasts Collective.** **This is not a free event details on how to purchase tickets below.** **Hurvin Anderson:** [Hurvin Anderson’s](https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/hurvin-anderson-12583) first major solo show brings together more than 80 of his vibrant paintings, spanning the artist’s entire career, from his days as a student to new, never-before-seen paintings. Through colour-drenched landscapes and interiors, Anderson meanders back and forth across the Atlantic, between the UK and the Caribbean. The youngest of eight children, he was the first to be born in the UK after his family left Jamaica for Birmingham in the 1960s. As a result, Anderson’s work reflects on his experiences of belonging and diaspora. After exploring the exhibition we will have a discussion after. [Purchase tickets here](https://shop.tate.org.uk/ticket/date?cgid=368098) **Please arrive promptly at 13.45 pm to go in at 2pm**

Independent Artists of London – Meet & Greet
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00 PMWelcome to the very first gathering of **Independent Artists of London**! This inaugural event is all about getting to know one another in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a painter, illustrator, sculptor, printmaker, photographer, digital artist, curator, designer, or simply someone passionate about the arts, you're warmly invited to join us. Our aim is to build a supportive community of independent artists across London—sharing ideas, experiences, opportunities, and inspiration. There is no formal agenda; this is a chance to introduce yourself, meet fellow creatives, exchange contacts, and help shape the future of the group together. During the evening we'll discuss: * Who we are and our artistic practices. * What we'd like this community to become. * Ideas for future meet-ups, exhibitions, gallery visits, workshops, and collaborations. * Ways we can support one another as independent artists. Feel free to bring a few images of your work on your phone or tablet if you'd like to share them informally. Whether you're an emerging artist, an established practitioner, or returning to your creative practice after a break, you'll find a welcoming space here. We look forward to meeting you and beginning what we hope will become a vibrant and supportive artistic community in London. See you at POSK Gallery!

National Gallery Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)
Fri, Jul 31, 6:15 PMNational Gallery Friday Lates offer creativity, inspiration, conversation in a social space where everyone is welcome. Enjoy socialising and discussion inspired by National Gallery's exhibitions, as we head to their Friday Late event to explore ideas about art, culture and society with a talks programme and "Drop & Draw," art activities. Start your weekend in style by visiting world-class exhibitions and discovering the Collection. *** Features: Music & bar Ondaatje Wing Main Hall Drop-in Drawing and Life Drawing Talks & film screenings *** Schedule 7.15 : Group meets to visit displays. 9-11.30 : As a group, we have a few drinks and socialise at a nearby bar, after for drinks. Get to know London's Bohemians, culture seekers & artisans, & discuss the art on display. Meeting 7.15 : At the Sainsbury Wing in the National Gallery. Look to the right when you enter and go up the stairs to level 1, and meet the group near the restaurant. Keep an eye on the photos section which will be posted up with pictures of the meeting spot. Also keep an eye on comments. My number will be displayed in the comments section below. 7.30 : If you are a few minutes late, don't worry, at 7.15, we introduce ourselves and catch up, so you can catch the group just inside the entrance until 7.30. Here, we make acquaintances, and choose which rooms to head off to. *** Extra Info : Keep an eye on the comments throughout the evening. I will post our new location every time we change to a different wing of the gallery. ***
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