New Contemporaries Exhibition Showcases Emerging Artists at South London Gallery
The New Contemporaries exhibition opened at the South London Gallery in January 2026, featuring 26 emerging artists selected from 2,500 submissions. A judging panel including Pio Abad, Louise Giovanelli, and Grace Ndiritu curated the show, which presents diverse approaches and mediums. Forty percent of participating artists are based outside London. Notable works include William Braithwaite's concrete sculptures exploring architecture, Timon Benson's photography, Ally Fallon's geometric tile paintings, Oliver Getley's kinetic deconstruction of a washing machine, and Kat Anderson's video installation addressing mental health. The free exhibition runs until April 12, 2026.
Key facts
- Exhibition features 26 emerging artists selected from 2,500 submissions
- Judging panel includes Pio Abad, Louise Giovanelli, and Grace Ndiritu
- Forty percent of artists are based outside London
- Exhibition runs from January to April 12, 2026 at South London Gallery
- Show includes diverse mediums including sculpture, photography, painting, and video installation
Entities
Artists
- Eliza Wagener
- William Braithwaite
- Timon Benson
- Ally Fallon
- Oliver Getley
- Kat Anderson
Institutions
- South London Gallery
- New Contemporaries
- Bethlem Museum of the Mind
- Two Temple Place
Locations
- London
- South London