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Guardian Launches Free Gallery Review Series with Five London Shows

opinion-review · 2026-09-30

The Guardian has initiated a review series focusing on free exhibitions at commercial galleries, beginning with five shows in London. At White Cube Bermondsey, Gabriel Orozco's "Chronotopic," running until 8 November, presents fragmented objects that delve into themes of memory and time. Mary Ramsden's "The Feeling of What Happens" at Pilar Corrias, available until 7 November, features large, vibrant abstract canvases. At Sadie Coles HQ, Martine Syms's "Knot Eye," also open until 7 November, includes a concept store and films that explore identity. Colin Self's "Unseen" at Frith Street Gallery, showcasing early pop art influenced by Cold War anxieties, runs until 7 November; the 85-year-old artist remains active. Somaya Critchlow's "Pastels" at Maximillian William presents erotic portraits imbued with a sense of threat.

Key facts

  • The Guardian launched a new series reviewing free commercial gallery exhibitions, starting with five London shows.
  • Gabriel Orozco's "Chronotopic" is at White Cube Bermondsey until 8 November.
  • Mary Ramsden's "The Feeling of What Happens" is at Pilar Corrias until 7 November.
  • Martine Syms's "Knot Eye" is at Sadie Coles HQ until 7 November.
  • Colin Self's "Unseen" is at Frith Street Gallery until 7 November.
  • Somaya Critchlow's "Pastels" is at Maximillian William; it is her first show since exhibiting at Dulwich Picture Gallery last year.
  • Colin Self is 85 years old and still making work.
  • Orozco's exhibition includes a Citroën split in half and reassembled too small, as well as ceiling fans with toilet paper rolls.

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  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Bermondsey
  • East Anglia
  • Yorkshire
  • Los Angeles
  • Mexico

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