Philip-Lorca diCorcia, The Hepworth, Wakefield
This large-scale survey of American photographer Philip-Lorca diCorcia features over 100 photographs from six major series spanning the last 40 years. Included are his controversial portraits of male prostitutes in Hustlers (1990–92), and the series Lucky 13 (2004), showing naked and dramatically-lit pole dancers. The first major show of his photographs in the UK, the exhibition situates his work within historical debates around the status of truthfulness that is often ascribed to the photographic image.
Until 1 June, www.hepworthwakefield.org
Richard Hamilton, Tate Modern, London
Tate’s latest blockbuster show is the first exhibition to encompass the full scope of Richard Hamilton’s work. Spanning his early exhibition designs of the 1950s through to his final paintings in 2011, it explores his relationship to design, painting, photography and television, as well as his engagement and collaborations with other artists.
Until 26 May, www.tate.org.uk
Markus Karstieß: Hello Darkness, Mima, Middlesbrough
This exhibition features thought-provoking ceramic sculptures and a sound installation developed by German artist Markus Karstieß during his year-long Lipman residency in Newcastle University’s Fine Art department. Karstieß uses ancient ceramic techniques to create unconventional installations.
Until 4 April, www.visitmima.com
Bertille Bak, Collective, Edinburgh
Paris-based artist Bertille Bak works predominantly in film, with her work drawing on observations of the communities she has collaborated with. This – the second Factish Field exhibition by Collective and the first in its new City Dome space on Calton Hill – is an exploration of rituals, gestures and objects.
Until 2 March, www.collectivegallery.net
Meirion Ginsberg, Martin Tinney Gallery, Cardiff
The figurative and abstract paintings of young Welsh artist Meirion Ginsberg infuse humour into the everyday, creating surreal and arresting imagery. Featuring over 30 new works, Ginsberg’s autobiographic paintings are an exercise in fusing colour and pattern to reach unexpected results.
Until 1 March, www.artwales.com
Selections chosen by Jack Hutchinson
