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Olga Lehmann - a Versatile and Vivacious Artist
Fry Gallery, Saffron Walden
On until 25 October 2026
An exhibition showcasing the work of Olga Lehmann whose diverse artistic talents embraced portraiture, mural design, World War Two artwork, graphic design, and film, television and theatre costume and set design.
Richard Dadd: Beyond Bedlam
Royal Academy, London
On until 25 October 2026
Exhibition of the highly original works of Victorian artist Richard Dadd, drawing upon literature, legend and memory to portray elaborate worlds that radiate imaginative power.
Heath Robinson Unseen
Heath Robinson Museum, Pinner
On until 11 November 2026
An exhibition bringing together never-before-exhibited and rarely seen works by William Heath Robinson, spanning his career from his earliest illustrations to his final years.
The Wonderful World of the Ladybird book artists
Mansfield Museum, Nottinghamshire
On until 31 December 2026
A touring exhibition featuring hundreds of vintage Ladybird books and original watercolour illustrations, curated by ladybird book expert Helen Day.
The Pattern of Life: Enid Marx and Modern British Design
Compton Verney, Warwickshire
On until 3 January 2027
Step into a world of abstract design in this major exhibition, the first to explore the influential patterns of Enid Marx and her community, as well as their impact on modern British design in the 20th century.
Rhyme and Reason
The Higgins Bedford
On until 9 May 2027
Discover the influence of stories and poetry on artists in this new exhibition drawn from the internationally renowned Cecil Higgins Art Gallery Collection. Greek myths and Shakespearian stories, Arthurian legends and poetry will all be explored in the works of artists such as Thomas Gainsborough, Paula Rego, Henry Moore, Ceri Richards and Henri Matisse.
To accompany the exhibition, the venue is hosting exhibition tours and a study day on 13 February 2027.
Tove Jansson and her Families
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, London
21 November 2026 to 9 May 2027
Uncovering the personal relationships behind the celebrated artist, this exhibition will look at the people who shaped Jansson’s life and work. Believed to be the UK’s first ever exhibition to focus on Tove Jansson’s work as an illustrator.
Peter Blake: In the Studio
Pitzhanger Gallery, Ealing
25 November 2026 to 18 April 2027
a major exhibition showcasing the life and work of one of the most celebrated and influential artists of 20th century Britain - Sir Peter Blake.