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SUMMARY:Noel Carrington: Nothing Need Be Ugly
DESCRIPTION:Curated by writer and publisher Joe Pearson (Design for Today)\, this exhibition tells the story of publishing’s unsung hero Noel Carrington (1895–1989). \nSchooled in Bedford\, Noel Carrington became one of the most influential figures in design of the 20th century. Through Puffin Picture Books and Country Life he commissioned\, edited and published some of Britian’s most loved children’s picture books. He saw the genius in artists such as Kathleen Hale\, whose series of books about Orlando the Marmalade Cat he published\, and he championed emerging artists such as Hilary Stebbing. With Eric Ravilious he published one of the finest picture books of the 20th century: ‘High Street’\, with Edward Bawden he wrote and published ‘Life in an English Village’\, and with Mervyn Peake he commissioned the tale of the wild pirate ‘Captain Slaughterboard’. \nTimings available: 11am – 5pm \nFind more information on The Higgins Bedford Organisation
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/noel-carrington-nothing-need-be-ugly/
LOCATION:The Higgins Bedford\, Castle Lane Bedford MK40 3XD\, Bedford\, MK40 3XD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free Events
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SUMMARY:Quentin Blake: The Southbank Parade
DESCRIPTION:The much-loved illustrator and author turns his recollections of the 1951 Festival of Britain into a new installation for you to discover at the Southbank Centre. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of Southbank Centre’s 75th anniversary celebrations\, Sir Quentin Blake pays tribute to some of the many legends who have graced their stages over the decades. At the same time\, they honour the Londoners of all backgrounds who fill the riverfront each and every day. \nOpening Times \nTue – Sun\, 10am – 11pm\nClosed Mon \nThis is a free event with no booking required. \nFind more information on the event here.
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/quentin-blake-the-southbank-parade/
LOCATION:Royal Festival Hall\, Belvedere Road\, London\, SE1 8XX
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
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SUMMARY:Louise Lockhart: Cake\, Crumbs and Lemonade
DESCRIPTION:Cake Crumbs and Lemonade is the largest solo exhibition to date by illustrator Louise Lockhart. \nInspired by the work of Mass Observation – a social research organisation founded in 1937 set up to study the everyday lives of ordinary people in Britain\, Cake Crumbs and Lemonade offers a joyful reflection on the routines and rituals of our time. From seaside strolls and fairground rides\, to lemonade labels and nights at the circus\, Lockhart captures the charm of British leisure and daily life. With a nod to Barbara Jones’s Black Eyes and Lemonade shown at the Festival of Britain at Whitechapel in 1951\, Louise has sought to reflect the interesting packaging and print ephemera that can still be found today. \nTimings available: 10am –  5pm \nThe exhibition is located in the Upper Space\, upper and lower concourse\, and Kitchen Café at YSP Centre. \nThe Upper Space can be accessed by staircase or lift\, located at either end of YSP Centre. All exhibition spaces have flat access throughout. \nFind more information on YSP’s official website.
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/louise-lockart-cake-crumbs-and-lemonade/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Sculpture Park\, Yorkshire Sculpture Park\, West Bretton\, Wakefield\, WF4 4LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260517T072105
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SUMMARY:METAMORPHOSIS Grad Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 3rd year students from the illustration course at the University of Wales as they showcase their incredible craft skills and diverse approaches at their graduation exhibition. \nTitled METAMORPHOSIS\, the exhibition is a testament to the students’ exploratory journey from research to concept. It features a diverse range of outcomes\, including set design\, packaging\, advertising\, virtual environments\, character design\, model making\, moving image\, narrative\, editorial\, and book illustration. This exhibition demonstrates that\, in the face of change\, the students have made all the right choices. \n  \nEvent details \nPrivate View: 15th May\, 6PM-9PM \nOpen Daily: 16th May – 5th June \n  \nFind more information about the exhibition here.
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/metamorphosis-grad-show/
LOCATION:The Foyer\, Swansea College of Art\, Dynevor Campus\, Swansea\, SA13EU
CATEGORIES:Degree Shows,Exhibitions,Free Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260517T072105
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SUMMARY:Falmouth University Illustration Degree Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Falmouth University’s BA (Hons) Illustration students for their degree show and enjoy the opportunity to catch a glimpse of their wonderful work. \n \nDo join us on Saturday 30th May for our ‘Community Day’ with workshops and activities for the whole family. \nPrivate View: Friday 22nd May\, 6pm – 9pm. \nFree. For more details visit the website or click here.
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/falmouth-university-illustration-degree-show-2026/
CATEGORIES:Degree Shows,Exhibitions,From our Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260517T072105
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SUMMARY:University of Suffolk Degree Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The University of Suffolk Arts Degree Show returns for 2026 with visually exciting and thought-provoking student work.\nYou are invited to come and see the next generation of Art and Design students’ creative output as they showcase their work and celebrate the end of their studies.\n\nPrivate View: Thursday 18 June\, 6.00–9.00pm\nPublic View: Friday 19 – Friday 26 June\, 10.00am–4.00pm\nPublic Weekend View: Saturday 20 June\, 11.00am–3.00pm. Closed Sunday.\nFree entry. For more details click here or visit the website.
URL:https://theaoi.com/event/university-of-suffolk-degree-show-2026/
LOCATION:University of Suffolk\, Waterfront Building\, 19 Neptune Quay\, Ipswich\, IP4 1QJ
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,From our Members
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