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What’s OnOctober — December 2009Exhibitions- Neal Rock: Fanestra & Other Works- Gordon Cheung: The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse- Ola Kolehmainen: A Building is not a Building- Steffi Klenz: Nummianus- The House of Fairy Tales: a Portfolio made by artists- Bob and Roberta Smith & the Epstein Archive

Visit our brand new website: thenewartgallerywalsall.org.ukJoin the blog, Facebook us or just follow us on Twitter

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Lucienne ColeNovember 2009 —February 2010

Music, singing and dancing are at the heart of Lucienne Cole’s work – especially when they can be enjoyed and shared with others. As part of the gallery’s 10th birthday celebrations, Lucienne is inviting the public to be part of a celebratory display that’s all singing, all dancing and spilling over in crèpe paper and confectionary!

Details of how to get involved will be posted on the gallery’s website.

Ania BasThe Weekend Supplement

4 – 6 December 2009

Join artist Ania Bas for a series of alternative tours of the gallery. See everything in 15 minutes on a ‘speed’ tour; have your artwork displayed next to a masterpiece as part of the Artist’s CV boost tour; admire the views from the windows and go wild in our seasonal ‘sale’.

No need to book – just drop in on the day. To take part in Artist’s CV Boost please contact Ania in advance: [email protected]

www.aniainwalsall.blogspot.com

What’s OnOctober — December 2009Exhibitions- Neal Rock: Fanestra & Other Works- Gordon Cheung: The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse- Ola Kolehmainen: A Building is not a Building- Steffi Klenz: Nummianus- The House of Fairy Tales: a Portfolio made by artists- Bob and Roberta Smith & the Epstein Archive

Visit our brand new website: thenewartgallerywalsall.org.ukJoin the blog, Facebook us or just follow us on Twitter

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Neal Rock Fanestra & Other Works

7 August — 1 November 2009

Neal Rock creates sculptural compositions through the layering of pigmented silicone. His techniques stem from traditions within Western painting from 17th century Dutch still life and the Baroque to American gestural abstraction. Colouring these aesthetic concerns is the influence of horror/sci-fi films watched throughout Rock’s childhood. During the 1970s and ‘80s special effects techniques entered a new age with films such as Ridley Scott’s Alien, John Carpenter’s The Thing and George A Romero’s Dead trilogy.

Neal Rock was born in Port Talbot, Wales, and now lives and works in Los Angeles, USA. This, his first major solo exhibition in a UK public gallery, features entirely new work.

The exhibition is accompanied by an illustrated catalogue with an essay by Martin Herbert.

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In ConversationSaturday 24 October, 2pmJoin Neal Rock as he leads an informal tour of the exhibition

Please reserve your free place in advance by calling 01922 654400.

Gordon CheungThe Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

7 August — 1 November 2009

Gordon Cheung creates hallucinogenic visions inspired by a wide range of sources including science fiction, 18th century romantic painting, zombie films, cartoons and current affairs. His works reflect on such contemporary issues as the war on terror, religion, economics, globalisation, the digital age and technology.

For this exhibition, the artist has created a significant new body of works including contemporary interpretations of The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. For the first time, sculpture, animations and laser etchings are shown alongside his more familiar mixed media paintings.

The exhibition is accompanied by an illustrated catalogue with an essay by Paul Hobson.

International Painting SymposiumFriday 23 October 2009, Wolverhampton University

Join course leaders for Fine Art, Dr Alistair Payne and Maggie Ayliffe together with Neal Rock and Gordon Cheung for a symposium and presentation on contemporary painting. The event will be followed by a private reception at The New Art Gallery Walsall.

To attend the conference please contact Maggie Ayliffe: [email protected]

In ConversationSaturday 3 October, 2pmJoin Gordon Cheung as he leads an informal tour of the exhibition


Image on opposite page:Gordon Cheung, The Journey, 2009.

Stock listings, acrylic gel and spray on canvas.Courtesy of the artist

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Steffi KlenzNummianus

11 September — 22 November 2009

For this series of works, Steffi has photographed rows of boarded up terraced houses in Greater Manchester. These houses are representative of a more widespread trend in which most residents have left the area, causing a rapid decrease in value for the remaining properties. Unable to sell their homes, some residents are forced to remain in the area where they are subject to a downward spiral of social exclusion.

The term “Nummianus” is a direct reference to an inscription found in the remains of a house in Pompeii. Literally translated as coin or money, Klenz makes an ironic reference to homes as commodities and creates a memorial to the loss of a community.

A collaborative project with Street Level Photoworks, Glasgow

Preview & Book LaunchThursday 10 September 2009, 6pm-8pmFree. Friends, family & colleagues welcome.

In ConversationSaturday 7 NovemberJoin the artist for an informal tour of his exhibition.


Ola KolehmainenA Building is not a Building

13 November 2009 — 24 January 2010

This Berlin-based Finnish artist composes his photographs according to strict principles of order, often showing rows of repetitive patterns found on the facades of buildings. The Minimalist austerity of these images is occasionally broken by elements such as trees or other buildings which are mirrored in the facades, adding a very human dimension to an otherwise formal approach.

A publication accompanies this exhibition. Published by Hatje Kantz, it includes essays by Timothy Persons, Alistair Hicks and David Elliott and a conversation with the artist by Arja Miller and Taru Tappola.

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In ConversationSaturday 9 January, 2pmJoin the artist for an informal tour of his exhibition.


The House ofFairy Tales presentsExquisite Trove31 October 2009 —10 January 2010

A treasure trove of mysterious objects hidden on shelves, in cases, glass vessels, suitcases and assorted containers excitingly revealing their stories and fairy tale narratives. Fairy tales have always been an expression of a whole spectrum of human experience and emotion; they are capricious and whimsical, mercurial and quixotic. They are full of dark and light and laden with symbolism and hope and transformative enchantment.

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Garman Ryan Exhibitions

The House of Fairy Tales A Portfolio made by ArtistsInterventions into the Garman Ryan Collection (1st and 2nd floors)

31 October 2009 — 16 October 2010

Discover the new and exciting ways fairy tales have been interpreted and explored by the international artists who have produced this extraordinary series of images inspired by familiar stories. You thought you knew what fairy tales were about? Think again.

The 23 contributing artists are: Fiona Banner, Simon Bill, Sir Peter Blake, Ellen Cantor, Spartacus Chetwynd, Mat Collishaw, Dexter Dalwood, Adam Dant, Enrico David, Jeremy Deller & Alan Kane, Simon English, Georgie Hopton, Harland Miller, Cornelia Parker, Simon Periton, Paula Rego, Jane Simpson, Bob & Roberta Smith, Kiki Smith, Gavin Turk, Francis Upritchard, Rachel Whiteread.

Treasure trails and activities designed by the artists make both these exhibitions a fun, rich and lively mixture for adults and children alike revealing the scope of ideas within contemporary art today.

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Bob and Roberta Smith & the Epstein ArchiveSeptember 2009 — May 2011

Buried and hidden in the depths of The New Art Gallery Walsall is the Epstein Archive. Archivist Neil Lebeter and artist Bob and Roberta Smith will be working together with curators and gallery audiences to find new ways of revealing these archives to visitors. A weekly blog on The New Art Gallery Walsall website will enable audiences to join in and comment upon the process. This is a developing 18 month project; the final outcome is unknown; the journey will explore ‘New Ways of Collaborating’Join in at thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk

The Garman Ryan Collection

On display all year round

The Garman Ryan Collection is a personal collection of art and artefacts given to Walsall by Sir Jacob Epstein’s widow, Kathleen Garman and her close friend, sculptor, Sally Ryan. This intimate display includes works by many famous artists including Van Gogh, Lucian Freud, Monet, Constable and Picasso.For more information about the gallery collections and Jacob Epstein,visit thenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk.

The House ofFairy Tales bringsHalloween to WalsallSat 31 October, 11am – 11pm & Sun 1 November, 11am – 4pm

The House of Fairy Tales presents a historical Halloween themed parade, drawing local people to a theatrical fun fair, with live bands, art projects and performances. With our choice of artists, we celebrate the historical cultural references (Celts, Romans, early Christians, The Tudors and Victorians), which merge to create the legacy of Halloween as we know it today.

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Diwali CelebrationsSat 24 Oct 2009, 11am–4pmJoin us for another celebration of the festival of light, where the lights or lamps signify victory of good over the evil within every human being. A free family-friendly day event packed with live music and dance, workshops, rangoli, traditional food and much more.

The House of Fairy Tales brings Halloween to WalsallSat 31 October, 11am–11pm & Sun 1 November, 11am–4pmThe House of Fairy Tales presents a historical Halloween themed parade, with live bands, art projects and performances. Meet in fancy dress at the Bridge in Walsall at 6pm on Halloween evening to join the procession to the gallery.

December

Christmas CrackersSunday 6 December, 12pm-3pmCreate patterned cards and decorations for the festive season.

Disco is a safe space for families to explore art together. You can touch, look, draw, play and create to help you understand the artworks on display. Dress up, design a 3D townscape or create some computer art.

Free Family EventsNo need to book, just drop in subject to space.

October

Paint the Town Monday 26 October, 1pm-4pmMake your mark with a painted invented landscape inspired by our latest exhibition.

Haunted HousesTuesday 27 October, 1pm-4pmMake a red haunted house to scare all your neighbours, we’ll photograph them all.

Monstrous SculpturesWednesday 28 October, 1pm-4pmCreate a weird and wonderful sculpture.

Horror BadgesThursday 29 October, 1pm-4pmCreate some evil artwork to wear pinned to your top.

Mould a MonsterFriday 30 October, 1pm-4pmMake your own monster and leave it at the gallery for display.

Special Eff ectsFriday 30 October, 10am-4pmDrop-in and transform your hands with a ghoulish growth with our theatre expert, subject to space.

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Thursday Affairs:Sing It BlackThurs 1 October, 6pm–9pmNominate your favourite black music track of all time to be part of the night’s play list and commemorate the 50th anniversary of Motown with Mel Day. Email your favourite track to [email protected] by Friday 25 September.

I-slam NightSat 14 November 2009, 6pm – 9pmSoul City Arts brings the UK’s regular Slam poetry contest to Walsall with Midlands former poet laureate, Dreadlock Alien and special guest performers.www.islampoetry.com

Audio described TalksHouse of Fairy TalesThurs 26 November 2009, 1pm–2pmJoin Jo Digger and Keiko Higashi for a talk and audio description of selected artworks from the House of Fairy Tales exhibition.

Thursday Affairs:Thursday Affairs:ExhibitionsWalsall Society of Artists60th Annual exhibition4 December 2009 —10 January 2010

Local artists present a range of paintings, drawings, watercolours and 3D work. Some of the works are for sale and demonstrations are held every weekend during the exhibition

Preview Thursday 3 Dec 2009, 6pm – 8pmFree. Friends, family & colleagues welcome.

Wellbeing Festival 2009Sat 10 October 2009, 10am – 4pmJoin us for a free event marking World Mental Health Day to promote ways that we can all look after our mental health. Creative activities include laughter therapy, kite making, self-portrait workshops, make your own smoothie by cycling and much more. There will also be information about local services and support organisations.

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Art Library & Archive

Interested in art and want to find out more? Visit our Art Library, a free resource open to everyone. Whether it’s help with homework, or a one off enquiry, there are members of staff available to help you.

The Library of Secrets: Serena Korda1 October — 29 November 2009Artist Serena Korda has taken The Library of Secrets to various locations inviting visitors to leave their thoughts and secrets within her collection of books. She will also hold the following events: Book Sniffing NightThursday 22 Oct, 6-8pm Serena will discuss the art of book sniffing with Mark Fereli. The Great Book Club DebateThursday 5 Nov, 6-8pmDiscussing Lady Chatterley’s Lover and ideas around literary censorship. Nose Casting WorkshopSaturday 21 Nov, 12-4pmEpstein actively campaigned against the British Museum’s restoration of statue’s missing body parts. Help us create a new archive of fragments in this family friendly workshop.

Free Regular Events

Baby PalaceFridays: 23 Oct, 27 Nov, 18 DecThree sessions each day:10.30-11.30am; 12pm-1pm; 2pm-3pmEvery month we create a magical multi sensory room for you and your baby to take some time out and explore new smells, sights and senses! This is a great chance to meet other parents in a relaxed and friendly environment. Please book in advance on 01922 654 400.

Art CartThe Art Cart comes out every weekend to help you explore our collections. It has different activities and moves somewhere new in the gallery every month.

Frisky BagsThese are rucksacks stuffed full of activities to help you explore the gallery and its collections. Ask to borrow one from reception and explore as a family. Great for family groups with 6-12 year olds.

Adult Taster SessionsPlaster Carving Saturday 3 October, 12pm-2pmInspired by our collection of wooden carvings, create a carving out of soap or plaster. Drop in. All Abilities welcome!

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Party! is an exhibition designed to celebrate ten years of achievement. The exhibition will contain a consciously eclectic selection of artists, mostly contemporary, though some modern and historic works will also appear. The party theme extends across music, song and dance, performance, bar culture, food and drink, dress and decorations. Amongst the air of celebration, there will lurk darker undercurrents and a more sinister edge!

The exhibition will bring together newly commissioned and existing works by a range of artists including Jonathan Allen, David Batchelor, Angela Bulloch, Vanley Burke, Kent Christensen, Cathy Daley, David Ersser, Gilbert & George, Anne Hardy, Juneau Projects, Seamus Nicolson, Martin Parr, Peter Peri, Eric Ravilious, Pierre Auguste Renoir, David Shrigley, Juergen Teller, Sam Taylor Wood, Spencer Tunick, Gavin Turk, Daisy de Villeneuve, Jane Wilbraham, Gillian Wearing and Zhang Peng.

PARTY!12 February — 18 April 2010

In February 2010, The New Art Gallery celebrates its tenth birthday!

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Opening timesMonday – Saturday & Bank Holidays10am-5pm / Sunday 11am-4pmLibrary: 10am-5pm Tuesday – Saturday

ShopFind the perfect gift for you or a friend in our specialist art shop; exhibition catalogues, art books, postcards, notebooks, jewellery and much more.

CostaOpen 8.30am-5.30pm Monday – Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sundays.

Mailing ListSign up to our free e-bulletin and receive regular preview invitations, monthly newsletters and events information.

Facilities HireThe gallery is available for corporate events and meetings, email us [email protected] book your event and make the most of our unique venue.

Talks & ToursBring a group and book for a guided tour of the Garman Ryan Collection, visit our website for more information.

EducationFor a full schools and colleges programme visit our website or contact 01922 654400.

The New Art Gallery WalsallGallery SquareWalsall WS2 8LG

01922 654400Text phone: 0845 1112910

Visit our brand new websitethenewartgallerywalsall.org.uk

Access guides and alternative versions of all printed materials are available on request.For more information please contact Ioannis Ioannou on 01922 654404 or email [email protected]

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