Art of the Lived Experiment, Bluecoat, Liverpool
This bumper exhibition at one of Liverpool’s finest spaces addresses the idea that both art and life are in a state of continual change and uncertainty. Part of DaDaFest International 2014, the work ranges rom sculpture, video, and painting to drawing and performance.
Until 11 January 2015, www.thebluecoat.org.uk
Allen Jones, Royal Academy of Arts, London
This show by one of the heavyweights of the 1960s Pop movement has already garnered much attention, partly due to it featuring the artist’s famous female mannequins placed in submissive poses whilst supporting seats and table tops. However, as a comment on the vilest form of objectification, Jones’ work demands a reassessment.
Until 25 January 2015, www.royalacademy.org.uk
CRW Nevinson, Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham
This superb show examines the powerful art and contradictory personality of British war artist Richard Nevinson. He created some of the most famous depictions of the first world war, and his paintings, etches and lithographs continue to resonate today.
Until 25 January 2015, barber.org.uk
Mother. I am Going, The Tetley, Leeds
This three-screen film installation by British/Canadian artist-filmmakers Caitlin and Andrew Webb-Ellis, presented as part of Leeds International Film Festival, shifts between documentary, performance and archive footage. Exploring loss and memory’s relationship to the photographic image, the work challenges our understandings of femininity and motherhood.
Until 23 November 2014, thetetley.org
An-My Lê, Milton Keynes Gallery, Milton Keynes
This is the last opportunity to catch An-My Lê’s incredible photography at Milton Keynes Gallery. Explore the experience and culture of conflict through the eyes of an artist who has had unprecedented access to the American military over a number of years.
Until 23 November 2014, www.mkgallery.org
Selections chosen by Jack Hutchinson
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