Our critics' choice of shows

Our contemporary art experts Louisa Buck and Ben Luke pick their must-see London Gallery Weekend exhibitions in south, east, west and central London

London Gallery Weekend: the must-see exhibitions in West and Central London

As the event kicks off on Friday 13 May, critic Ben Luke chooses the best shows to visit

London Gallery Weekend: the must-see exhibitions in South London

On Saturday 14 May, the focus of the event shifts south of the river. Our critic Louisa Buck picks out the shows you should visit

London Gallery Weekend: the must-see exhibitions in East London

With last day of London Gallery Weekend 2022 is focused on the East End, critic Louisa Buck selects the best shows in the area

Best for...

We’ve pored over the abundant exhibition list and found something for everyone, from the art history buff to the art influencer

Best shows for… discovering the hot new name

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Best shows for… art history buffs

Our pick of five art-historical rediscoveries not to miss in the city this weekend

Best shows for… photography fans

Our pick of the five photography exhibitions to see in the city this weekend

Best shows for… families with children

Kids can join in the London Gallery Weekend fun too—here are some of galleries putting on family-friendly events

The Art Newspaper Live

London’s commercial galleries—150 of which are throwing open their doors for the second London Gallery Weekend from 13 to 15 May—rely on art collectors for their business. But how can you be an ethical collector?

Can collectors use their power for good? We asked five experts from different parts of the art world

Watch our London Gallery Weekend talk featuring Jane and Louise Wilson, David Roberts, Deborah Smith and Niru Ratnam. Sponsored by Crozier

News

The latest news from the well-trodden streets of London Gallery Weekend

Artist Mandy El-Sayegh creates 'white cube' for public performances across London

Commission, which will take place in Piccadilly, Peckham, and East London, is part of London Gallery Weekend programme

Four Indian galleries take over Sadie Coles for London Gallery Weekend

The gallerist's Mayfair space will host a group of dealers from South Asia, who have staged a show likened to a "mini biennial"

Art Fund to help curators from UK's regional museums to visit London Gallery Weekend

Eighteen institutions from Aberdeen to St Ives have been granted funds to help with travel and accommodation

Artist interview

A life saved by art: Lonnie Holley on making work inspired by trauma, 'garbage'—and being stranded on an English island

Known for his sculptures assembled from material other people might consider rubbish, the US artist will be performing his improvised voice and piano compositions during London Gallery Weekend