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London Gallery Weekend swept through the city earlier this month, leaving a trail of refreshing, gripping exhibitions, stirring the eyes, the mind, and the heart. Join us as we revisit a few standout shows that wowed us at this year's edition. - ⁠1. 𝘎𝘢𝘢𝘢𝘢𝘢𝘢𝘢𝘴𝘱 The Perimeter @theperimeterlondon The gallery is reimagined as a medical facility in Alexandra Metcalf's latest exhibition, a deeply personal journey of the artist's mind and experience. Through this intentionally unsettling setting, Metcalf confronts the mistreatment of psychiatric patients, the objectification of women, agency, and the abuse of institutional power. @xelaflactem @ginnyonfrederick 2. Potatoes and Chamomile Emalin @emalinofficial Augustas Serapinas, known for his site-specific interventions and material explorations, breathes new life into abandoned houses in post-socialist Lithuania. Using fire as a transformative element, he creates powerful installations with discarded materials of these once-inhabited spaces, giving voice to the forgotten history. @augustasserapinas 3. Cell 72: The Cost of Confinement Harlesden High Street @harlesdenhighstreet Conceptual artist Allen-Golder Carpenter confined himself to the gallery-transformed prison cell for over 72 hours. This immersive experience served as a powerful commentary on the harsh realities of the prison system, forcing viewers to confront the dehumanizing conditions of incarceration. @allengolder @massi____ @screetart Implicate Factory Outlet Alma Pearl @almapearlgallery Drawing from the metaphysical notion of the ‘implicate order’, Margarita Gluzberg’s exhibition was a stunning blend of visual and auditory experience, evoking an endless cycle of creation and dissolution. Her dynamic new drawings, crafted with Soviet-era pencils, are a reminder of time's passage, while the sound installation of nightingales’ songs, once nostalgic, now recorded for consumption, enriched the immersive experience. @margarita.gluzberg -

Introducing our artist spotlight of the month - Shuang Jiang! Fresh from earning her MFA at the Royal College of Art in London and a 2022 graduate of the Printmaking Department of Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts, Shuang captivates with her work in painting, printmaking, installation, and video. Through abstract forms, fierce lines and sharp edges, she tells a subtle yet captivating story of the self in relation to the world. Shuang captures the rooted tension between personal trauma and nature’s timeless cycles, creating works that narrates the human experience and sparks the conflicts of life with both strength and fragility. Shuang’s artistry shone brilliantly at her first group exhibition with Gallery Rosenfeld, “Visions”, earlier this year, showcasing her unique perspective on the cycle of life. Building on this success, she joined hands with Gallery Rosenfeld again at ARCOlisboa 2025, presenting an engaging exploration of sharpness and vulnerability to a broader audience. Shuang is part of LBF Contemporary’s upcoming group show, “The Torrent & The Fold”, opening July 3rd. Dive into Shuang’s work to explore the coexistence of frailty and resilience, individuality and nature! - @gin.seng5 @galleryrosenfeld @lbfcontemporary - Image courtesy of Shuang Jiang, Gallery Rosenfeld & LBF Contemporary - #Painting #Print #ShaungJiang #GalleryRosenfeld #ARCOlisboa2025 #LBFContemporary #ChineseArtist #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

#LondonGalleryWeekend might have ended, but the art lives on! We are throwing it back to some incredible exhibitions we’ve seen these past few months. From mind-bending installations to heart-stirring paintings, London’s art scene never disappoints. What exhibitions have truly spoken to you lately? We’d love to hear your recommendations! - 1. Junyi Lu (cosset) The Sunday Painter @thesundaypainter Gallery transformed into an unsettling shelter, where serene masks intimacy, constraints, and hidden struggles. @junyiluu 2. The Hands That Shut The Sun Hollybush Gardens @hollybush_gardens The inseparable bond between humans, earth, nature, animals, and plants. @modernartoxford @lucybeech @knuthenrikhenriksen @kimlimstudio @elinemcg @lauranifhlaibhin @charlieprodger @altoonsultan @ceciliavicuna @plantertrevor @__l__m___ 3. Spillâge Standpoint Gallery @standpointgallery Curated by @hazeprojects A show about finding new ways to talk about the familiar and the unknown. Iit is about feelings and thoughts, all over to place, just to fill up the void. @camille_bernard_artist @ingridberthonmoine @williamdarell @cristianodmartino @sophiegoodchild @rafaella.lazarou @candidapowellwilliams @leonscottengel @lianzhangstudio 4. Sophie Birch and Rachel Youn: Figures of Speech Alice Amati @_aliceamati A journey of senses through paintings and kinetic sculptures. @bophiesmirch @rachelyoun - Junyi Lu (cosset), installation view. The Sunday Painter, 2025. Photography by Ollie Hammick. Courtesy of the artist and The Sunday Painter. The Hands that Shut the Sun, installation view, Hollybush Gardens, 2025. Photography by Eva Herzog. Courtesy of the artists and Hollybush Gardens, London. Spillâge, installation view. Standpoint Gallery, 2025. Curated by @hazeprojects . Photography by @mhislop12 . Courtesy of the artists and Standpoint Gallery. Sophie Birch and Rachel Youn: Figures of Speech, installation view. Alice Amati, 2025. Photography by Carter (@tomcarterldn ). Courtesy of Alice Amati, London. - #GalleryHighlight #Exhibition #Gallery #EmergingArtists #YoungArtists #SpeiroProjects

Meet Ningyue, a sculptor from the Royal College of Art that’s based in London. Her work of clay firing is a powerful reflection of her identity: by utilising the soil of her root, China, she explores her experiences in London, drawing inspiration from the themes of identity, migration and the fascinating contrasts of geological landscapes. Previously spotlighted at Speiro Projects’ show, ‘The Future of Belonging’, Ningyue’s artistry is currently capturing attention at Cub_ism_Artspace in Shanghai and TANG+YAO Gallery in Beijing. At Cub_ism_Artspace’s ‘Behind the scene, Behind the theme’, Ningyue’s Cooking series offers a glimpse into her creative process. Inspired by the ritual of cooking, she ‘cooks’ her ceramics like dough before molding them, transforming clay into this mundane material, and into a poignant narrative of family heritage, and the emotions of being far from home. Meanwhile, at TANG+YAO’s duo exhibition, ‘The Lost Landscape’, Ningyue presents a brand new series inspired by the riverbed. Through the exposed riverbed seen after the fadeaway of tides, she reveals the accumulated passage of time and the history of humans. Don’t miss the chance to experience Ningyue’s compelling vision. ‘The Lost Landscape’ is on display at TANG+YAO Gallery until June 23rd. Prepare to be moved by the deeply personal perspectives molded into Ningyue’s artistry! - @ningyueqian @cub_ism_artspace @tang.yao_ - Image courtesy of Ningyue, Cub_ism_Artspace & TANG+YAO - #Sculpture #Ningyue #NingyueQian #CubismArtSpace #TangYaoGallery #ChineseArtist #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

Qian Qian’s group show with Soho Revue, “La Mariposa”, meaning “Butterfly Woman”, has just closed on a high note! Curated around the theme of Mother Earth, creation, and womanhood, the show showcased Qian Qian’s fascination with flux and constant change. Deeply influenced by surrealists, Qian Qian’s art explores the intersection of mythology and science. She takes great interest in human spirituality and transcendence within the technological world. You might have also seen her incredible work at Speiro Projects’ “Invited Worlds”! And speaking of incredible, one of her latest pieces, inspired by Ovid’s Metamorphoses and titled ‘Omnia mutantur, Nihil interit’ (everything changes, and nothing perishes), was featured at Soho Revue. The piece depicts two figures surrounded by nebula-like light, one skeletal, the other embracing the circulatory system, appearing to be dancing. The surrounding sense of the universe implies the profound connection between humanity and the cosmos. - @ivyivymuami @sohorevue @beccapf - Image courtesy of Soho Revue Gallery Photography by @tomcarterldn - #Painting #QianQian #LaMariposa #ChineseArtist #SohoRevue #EmergingArtist #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

@elvayiliu made a splash at Speiro Project’s first group show, "The Future of Belonging", transforming conventional interpretations of mythological and historical stories with her unique blend of line and colour. Her ethereal compositions feature patterns that swirl and distort, revealing semi-abstracted figures that seem to transcend time. Deeply reflecting on traditional Chinese mythology and its inherent power struggles, Liu boldly explores themes of love and freedom. Riding high on the success of her Speiro Project show, she has since captivated audiences in multiple group shows, including with Liliya Art Gallery, L’Art and Guts Gallery. Her solo show with Cob Gallery from last year, "Searching the Mountains", has garnered widespread acclaim. This series directly references the 17th-century Chinese painting “Searching the Mountains for Demons”, which depicts divine warriors scouring mountains for demons and monsters. Liu has offered fresh and compelling perspectives on traditional paintings that reflect her cultural background and the complex power relationships she explores. - @elvayiliu @cobgallery - Image courtesy of @fineartdocumentation - #Painting #YiLiu #ElvaLiu #SearchingTheMountains #ChineseArtist #CobGallery #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

Duong's story is anything but ordinary: born in Vietnam, raised in Canada, and now works and resides in Britain. Previously featured in our inaugural exhibition, “The Future of Belonging”, Duong's work is a powerful reflection of his transnational background, exploring themes of migration, family, and colonialism. As a queer artist, he boldly incorporates LGBTQ+ symbolisms and themes of immigration into his work that are both deeply personal and resonant. Somerset was buzzing with Duong's incredible performance as part of the ‘An Uncommon Thread’ exhibition! We were all captivated by his profound interpretation of migration, ancestral worship, and personal identity. Don't miss Duong's work, now on display at Somerset until 21 April! - @kvduongart @hauserwirthsomerset - Image courtesy of @damian_griffiths_ (Image 1) & Ken Adlard (Image 2-4) - #Painting #LivePerformace #KVDuong #AnUncommonThread #HWSomerset #Somerset #SpeiroProject

We are thrilled about Liao Wen’s first institutional solo exhibition, “Trust Fall,” opening on March 22nd at MACA Art Center in Beijing. Her solo presents a brand new collection of sculptures and site-specific installations that invite viewers to explore the complex dynamics between fluid identities and social systems. Last year, we were delighted to feature Liao Wen’s works in our exhibition “Invited Worlds,” which displayed her remarkable sculpture and video art. Additionally, her work “Headwind” was highlighted in Phaidon’s “Great Women Sculptors,” alongside other influential female artists. We eagerly anticipate seeing Liao Wen’s unique narrative continue to unfold through her extraordinary artistry in this exciting new chapter! @liaowenll @macaartcenter

For Shuchen Hua, painting is a profound exploration of the silent dialogue between her inner world and the surrounding landscape. Shuchen’s work prioritizes chance images that capture specific moments, embracing the unpredictability of people or objects that enter the frame. Rather than depicting events directly, Shuchen focuses on conveying a multidimensional feeling and atmosphere in showcasing scenes of still life or nature. Through organization of geometric shapes and capturing the flow of time with each brush stroke, her work highlights the initially complex forms, making them stand out. @hua_shu_chen_ — Artwork details: Image 1: Window 50 x 30cm Tempera on board 2021 Image 2: Start of Autumn 60 x 40 cm Tempera on board 2023 Artwork image courtesy of @cub_ism_artspace — #Painting #TemperaPainting #StillLife #NaturePainting #ChineseArtist #HongKongArt #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

Wenqi Liu (b.1985) was born in Shanghai and currently lives and works in Paris. Wenqi’s porcelain works capture delicate motifs from nature that emphasize harmony through subtle variations of colour, reflecting the gentle philosophy of Eastern culture. Some works incorporate relief elements, creating a blend of sculpture and painting that explores themes of light and shadow. The shadows serve as a link between abstraction and reality, inviting varied perceptions of the work based on personal life experiences. Wenqi aims to visualize the abstract space between the virtual and real, using ceramics to capture and eternalize fleeting moments within memory. Her work explores the relationship between objects and audience perception, highlighting the intangible aspects of existence. @wenqiliu_gigietgigi — Artwork details: Image 1-2: N.2 (La Valse du temps), 2024 Image 3-4: N.4 (La Valse du temps), 2024 Image courtesy of Gallery Where ( @gallery._.where ) Please email info@speiroprojects for more artwork information and availability. — #Sculpture #Ceramics #Porcelain #LowRelief #ChineseArtist #HongKongArt #YoungArtist #SpeiroProjects

Speiro Projects is delighted to present ‘In Their Quiet Place’, a group show exhibiting the diverse practices of four female Chinese artists: Liu Wenqi, Chen Shuyi, Xie Lingrou, and Hua Shuchen with special thanks to Cub__ism__ Artspace (@cub_ism_artspace ). The exhibition opens this Saturday at 7:30 PM in Hong Kong at 40A Upper Lascar Row in Sheung Wang. Each artist depict tranquil moments of nature that reflect peace and moments of contemplation. Ranging from photography to painting, sculptures, and ceramics, each artist captures the ephemeral, delicate beauty of nature, preserving it in time on the surface of their works. On view: 🗓️ January 18-21, 2025 🕒 Everyday 12-6PM 📍 40A Upper Lascar Row Sheung Wang, Hong Kong For RSVP please email [email protected] Liu Wenqi: @wenqiliu_gigietgigi Chen Shuyi: @shuyinini Xie Lingrou: @xielingrou Hua Shuchen: @hua_shu_chen_ — #SpeiroProjects #HongKongArt #ContemporaryArt #ChineseArt #ArtExhibition #Painting #Sculpture #Photography #Ceramics #GalleryExhibition #ArtOpening

Erica Hsu artwork details: Image 1: Spark Oil painting on canvas 35 cm x 60 cm Image 2: Form of Resurrection Oil painting on canvas 15 cm x 20 cm Image 3: Contemporary Ecstasy Oil painting on canvas 160 cm x 140 cm Erica is inspired by both science and religion and ponders the intricate relationship between body, soul, and space, presenting a dynamic quality on the static canvas. Through layers of spatial dimensions, she imagines the manifestation of the spirit within these spaces through painting in a monochromatic palette which emphasizes restraint and intrinsic stare, drawing attention to structure and form. For additional information on Erica’s work, please email [email protected] — #LondonExhibition #ContemporaryArt #LondonArt #EmergingArtist #FemaleArtist #Painting #SpeiroProjects