Through Their Eyes: A volunteer shares her favourite works in ‘Echoes of Us’
What makes a work of art stay with you after you’ve left the gallery? One of our volunteers recently spent some time exploring the ‘Echoes of Us exhibition, taking a closer look at the works of art on display and reflecting on the ones that caught her attention. Find out which ones make the biggest impression – and why.
Meet the artist: Grayson Perry
Artist Grayson Perry doesn’t need too much of an introduction. This award-winning well-known artist has frequently graced the UK’s galleries, television screens and stages in recent years – and we’re currently displaying six of his tapestries at The Box (until 11 January). The tapestries are packed with cultural references and form part of the ‘Remember Respond Resist’ exhibition. Here are ten top facts about their creator.
Meet the artist: Honorata Martin
The Box’s ‘Remember Respond Resist’ exhibition includes the first-ever UK showing of Honorata Martin’s 2013 film ‘About Going Out into Poland’. Discover more about this exciting and award-winning Polish-based artist.
Meet the artist: Goshka Macuga
Internationally renowned Goshka Macuga is one of 23 artists featured in our ‘Remember Respond Resist’ exhibition. Discover more about this Polish-born British-based artist whose career has taken her all over the world.
Tiny but Mighty: Top Tips for Preserving Plankton on World Environment Day 2024
Did you know that by making some simple changes in our daily lives, we can help to protect the ocean’s delicate ecosystems and the plankton that form the base of the marine food web? Let’s have a look at how!
The importance of South Asian miniature painting
Miniature painting played a crucial role in shaping South Asia’s visual culture and was instrumental in showcasing the region’s artistic traditions to the world. Find out why this style of painting has been so collectable in the past and its relevance to the contemporary artists featured in our latest exhibition.
Listening to younger audiences’ perspectives on British Art Show 9
A dynamic group of young people were given the opportunity to produce an ‘alternative audio guide’ to British Art Show 9 (BAS9) and share their perspectives on visiting museums and galleries.