#somerset house's photo london

[sheiruki-takes-photos]

Somerset House On A Rainy Day, London, England, United Kingdom, 2019

[eternalbattoru]

found out last night that Somerset House in London had an art exhibit a few months ago entitled "Cute." and my work was in it. i was not contacted about or informed of this at all...

photo cred to @chibiranmaruchan , following screenshot is from the exhibition guide

i'm not like. mad ? more like confused ? they did, in fact, credit me, which is why i found out, and i guess they did pay me since the thing they displayed was some of my bandaid stickers that you can purchase from my etsy... i'm mostly confused that they didn't think to tell me my stuff would be in it. also if i wasn't told about this then i'm sure the other artists included in the same subsection weren't as well and imo that really sucks :(

also a little turned off cuz the exhibit apparently opened with big pics of AI generated cats.... thats a whole other thing but like. that combined with not contacting me is a lil 🤨

minor gripe that does not matter at all but the uh bandaid set of mine that they put on display is my least favorite one and one that i only had up on my shop for a couple of months 😭😭 i kept having printer issues w it so i took it down... they talk about yamikawaii but didn't even use my set that's specifically named after the style ! and they didn't even put my fav sticker from the set they DID use out ! like did you not like my silly kitty bandaid enough to put it on display ?? rude smh

also i dunno... it might've been nice to have been compensated more than the like $6 the bandaids cost on my shop... oh well. would've also been nice to know about it while it was on going ! and not like three months after it ended ! (not like i could've gone anyway i live on a completely different continent)

anyway i just wanted to make a post about this getting all my thoughts out bc mainly i think this is just absolutely wild to have happened

[loremori]

Martin Freeman (215/366)

2015

Martin Freeman at the opening night of the exhibition "The Jam: About the Young Idea" at Somerset House in London. Photo by Richard Gray.

[femmefatels]

Albert Watson original Polaroid “Kate Moss, Marrakech, Morocco, 1993,” one of several of Albert’s Polaroids featured at Photo London by our Berlin-based gallery Camera Work, stand A02, May 16-19, Somerset House, London.

[bitter69uk]

Sue Webster achieved fame and success in the post-Young British Artist era with her then-husband Tim Noble. Following their separation in 2013, the 56-year-old Leicester-born multi-media conceptualist re-visited her teenage obsessions for fresh inspiration as a solo artist. One of those obsessions: hero worship for life-changing punk band Siouxsie and The Banshees. As Webster recently told the Evening Standard, it prompted a new direction for her art: “I based it on a theory that everything I’ve ever learnt in life was from listening to Siouxsie’s first four albums.” (Me too, Sue! Me, too!).

During lockdown, Webster began daubing naïve outsider art-style portraits of spooky punk high priestess Siouxsie onto vintage black leather motorcycle jackets sourced from Spitalfields Market. (One of these efforts was prominently displayed in the first “Monster” room of the recent visionary Horror Show exhibit at Somerset House). Webster’s current “Full Leather Jackets” exhibit in Hackney Wick collates all these works. I went yesterday with my friend Sam and was entranced! Here are my pics. Alongside the customized biker jackets, the exhibit includes re-printed pages from Webster’s adolescent diary. My favourite entry begins something like “Dad confiscated my hair crimpers …”

In the Evening Standard piece, Webster recalls the brain-scrambling impact of coming across a black-and-white photo of Siouxsie in the music press aged 11. That mirrors my experience exactly: it was seeing a grainy pic of Siouxsie in all her cadaverous glory in a magazine when I was in my early teens that planted the idea of moving to London. (All these decades later, I’m still unsure whether to be grateful to her or not!).

Further thoughts:

One funny thing Webster noted: in the old days of the music press before the internet, you'd turn to the ads to mail order your punk and New Wave t-shirts, badges and accessories (especially if you didn’t live in London). She wanted to track down the old-school Siouxsie badges that were ubiquitous in the late seventies / early eighties. During lockdown she scoured eBay, and they simply seemingly haven't survived into the present-day. You can't source 'em anywhere. So, for the exhibit, Webster created her facsimiles.

Finally: needless to say, I deliberately wore a Siouxsie t-shirt to the exhibit – and then forgot to ask Sam to take a photo of me standing in front of one of the jackets! Anyway, see even more here.

The “Full Leather Jackets” exhibit is at Project Space, Unit 14-15 Trafalgar Mews, Hackney Wick, E9 5JG. Wednesday - Saturday 12-6 pm, 28 June - 15 July 2023.

[artlimited]

Art Fair | Photo London 2024 https://www.artlimited.net/agenda/art-fair-photo-london-2024-somerset-house-london/en/7585912

[ojo-rojo]

Kikuji Kawada: "Shadow in Newspapers", Tokyo. From "Los Caprichos" series.

[amphtaminedreams]

June 2021->June 2023: Photo Dump No.23

DATE SAVED, L-R BY ROW:

11th July 2021 [Bella Hadid photographed in Miami, December 2019], 10th November 2021 [Southbank, Lambeth], 26th June 2023, 24th August 2022 [GIANT Art Gallery, Bournemouth Town Centre], 16th September 2022 [Et Ochs RTW S/S23], 30th June 2023, 2nd March 2023, 28th November 2021 [the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea], 27th June 2023 [Lyme Regis, Dorset]

26th September 2023, 1st June 2023 [Colors Festival @ Camden Lock, Camden], 10th January 2023 [Scorpio Platform Boot, Shelly’s London S/S23], 15th September 2023 [Bermondsey, Southwark], 24th September 2022, 8th December 2022 [Twisted Museum, Oxford Circus], 22nd July 2023 [Yayoi Kusama: You, Me and the Balloons @ the Factory International, Deansgate, Manchester], 6th September 2023, 14th November 2021 [Glass Animals live @ Portsmouth Guildhall, Hampshire]

17th February 2022, 29th September 2022, 17th October 2021 [the Other Art Fair @ the Truman Brewery, Brick Lane], 12th July 2023, 31st May 2023 [source: instagram account @howtobehumanpod], 26th August 2023 [Salou, Tarragona], 9th April 2022 [source: instagram @_brightsouls_], 5th September 2021 [John Galliano RTW S/S92], 27th August 2023 [Salou, Tarragona]

31st March 2023 [He Cong photographed by Leslie Zhang for Marie Claire China, issue 298, April 2023], 28th August 2023, 15th July 2021 [Normani BTS on the set of the “Wild Side" music video, released July 2021], 27th May 2023 [source: instagram account @howtobehumanpod], 30th May 2023 [details @ Coach RTW F/W23], 13th March 2022, 21st July 2023, 23rd August 2023 [Sitges, Catalonia], 27th September 2023 [The Design Museum, Kensington]

27th September 2023 [“Hallgarth” boots, Roker RTW F/W23 @ REBEL: 30 Years of London Fashion exhibition, the Design Museum, Kensington], 15th March 2024, 1st December 2022 [Yayoi Kusama: Mirror Infinity Rooms exhibition @ Tate Modern, Bankside], 28th July 2021 [Christchurch, Dorset], 22nd March 2023, 3rd February 2024 [source: instagram account @sadborderlinebitxh], 14th February 2024 [Luar RTW F/W24], 16th March 2024 [CUTE exhibition @ Somerset House, Strand], 11th August 2021 [Beyonce shot by Campbell Addy for Harper's Bazaar, August 2021]

8th January 2024 [Disneyland Paris, Marne-la-Vallée], 7th December 2022 [Liberty London, Soho], 9th December 2023, 13th December 2023, 3rd November 2021 [Ulyana Sergeenko, Haute Couture S/S19], 29th December 2021 [Untitled from the Fractal Scars, Salt Water and Tears collection, Ester Teichmann @ GIANT Art Gallery, Bournemouth), 30th November 2022 [source: instagram account @mantramagazine], 9th January 2024 [Marne-la-Vallée, France], 28th May 2023 [Elle & Dakota Fanning, February 2023, via @ellefanning on instagram]

6th May 2023 [source: instagram account @howtobehumanpod], 1st August 2021 [Dua Lipa wearing archive Jean Paul Gaultier on the set of the “Demeanor” video, released July 2021], 9th August 2023 [the Southbank Centre, Lambeth], 29th December 2021 [It's a Rave Dave exhibition @ GIANT Art Gallery, Bournemouth], 21st July 2023, 28th October 2023 [Nili Lotan RTW F/W23], 31st October 2023 [Bethnal Green, Tower Hamlets], 15th October 2023], 1st November 2023 [Disney, 100 Exhibition @ ExCel Centre, Custom House]

5th April 2024 [Museo Picasso, Málaga], 8th February 2024 [Bella Hadid for Italian Vogue, May 2024 issue], 28th July 2021 [Bournemouth Centre, Dorset], 23rd January 2024 [source: instagram account @wrencraftt], 21st March 2023, 28th September 2023 [Philipp Plein Resort 2024], 9th February 2024, 21st August 2023 [source: instagram account @_mysunbeam], 7th April 2024 [Benalmádena, Andalusia]

9th April 2024 [Málaga, Andalusia], 29th August 2021 [source: instagram account @aniko.arts], 4th April 2024, 21st June 2023 [Summer Exhibition @ the Royal Academy, Mayfair], 10th May 2023 [Zendaya photographed by Elizaveta Porodina for Vogue Italia, July 2022 issue], 2nd October 2023 [source: instagram account @eggsdoodz], 14th July 2021 [Lana Del Rey performing live @ L'Olympia, Paris, 27th April 2013], 22nd December 2023 [source: Pinterest account @gobrielle], 30th March 2024 [Hove, East Sussex]

February 2nd 2023 [Objects of Desire: Surrealism and Design 1924-Today @ the Design Museum, Kensington], 10th April 2024 [Benalmádena, Andalusia], 3rd April 2024 [Mijas Pueblo, Andalusia], 19th September 2021 [Van Gogh Alive lmmersive Exhibition, Kensington Gardens, London], 7th November 2023 [Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture F/W23], 28th October 2023 [Bermondsey Street, Bermondsey], 2nd April 2024 [Benalmádena, Andalusia], 10th April 2024, 10th April 2024

[thechaseballroom]

Wedding Venue London: Finding the Perfect Spot for Your Big Day

Introduction to Wedding Venues in London

When it comes to celebrating your special day, London offers a plethora of options to fit every style and preference. Imagine exchanging vows in a grand historic building, a sleek modern space, or a charming countryside setting – London has it all. With its blend of tradition and contemporary elegance, finding the perfect wedding venue in London can be both exciting and overwhelming. This guide will walk you through the process, making your journey to "I do" as enchanting as the city itself.

Why London is a Top Choice for Weddings

London’s allure as a wedding destination is undeniable. Here’s why:

Iconic Backdrops: From the grandeur of Westminster to the chic vibes of Shoreditch, London offers iconic settings that can add a touch of magic to your wedding photos.

Cultural Diversity: London’s diverse range of venues reflects its multicultural spirit, allowing you to incorporate unique elements from various cultures into your celebration.

Convenience: With its excellent transport links and accommodation options, London ensures that your guests can easily travel and stay.

Choosing London means embracing a city that offers both historical charm and modern sophistication, providing a perfect setting for your wedding.

Types of Wedding Venues in London

London boasts a wide variety of wedding venues, each offering something unique. Here are some popular types:

Historic Venues: Think grand halls, stately homes, and ancient churches that add a classic touch to your wedding.

Modern Spaces: Sleek and contemporary venues with cutting-edge facilities are perfect for a stylish and cosmopolitan celebration.

Unique Locations: From quirky warehouses to picturesque gardens, these venues offer a distinctive backdrop that sets your wedding apart.

Luxury Hotels: Elegant hotels with luxurious amenities provide both a stunning venue and comfortable accommodation for your guests.

Key Features to Consider in a Wedding Venue

When selecting your wedding venue, keep these essential features in mind:

Capacity: Ensure the venue can comfortably accommodate your guest list, with enough space for dining, dancing, and other activities.

Location: Choose a location that’s convenient for you and your guests. Consider accessibility and proximity to accommodations and transport links.

Amenities: Check for necessary amenities such as sound systems, lighting, and climate control to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Ambiance: The venue’s style and atmosphere should align with your vision for your wedding, whether it’s elegant, rustic, or modern.

Top Wedding Venues in London

Here are some standout wedding venues that showcase London’s diverse offerings:

The Ritz London: An iconic venue known for its opulent decor and exceptional service, ideal for a classic and luxurious wedding.

Somerset House: A stunning historic building offering grandeur and versatility, perfect for both large and intimate ceremonies.

The Shard: For breathtaking views and contemporary elegance, The Shard offers a unique setting high above the city.

Kew Gardens: A beautiful and tranquil venue surrounded by lush gardens, ideal for a nature-inspired wedding.

How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Venue

Selecting the right venue involves careful consideration:

Define Your Vision: Start by defining the style and atmosphere you want for your wedding. Do you envision a grand, formal event or a more relaxed, intimate gathering?

Visit Multiple Venues: Touring several venues will give you a better sense of what’s available and help you visualize your wedding day.

Check Reviews and References: Look at reviews and ask for references to ensure the venue has a good reputation and reliable service.

Catering and Dining Options

The food at your wedding can be a highlight of the day. Consider these catering options:

In-House Catering: Many venues offer in-house catering with customizable menu options, ensuring a seamless dining experience.

External Caterers: If you have specific culinary preferences, you might choose a venue that allows external caterers.

Dietary Needs: Ensure the venue can accommodate special dietary requirements to ensure all your guests are well-fed and happy.

Decor and Customization

Personalizing your venue is key to making it feel uniquely yours. Here’s how to approach decor and customization:

Theme and Color Scheme: Choose decor that complements your wedding theme and color palette.

Floral Arrangements: Floral arrangements can enhance the venue’s ambiance, adding beauty and elegance.

Lighting: Effective lighting can dramatically transform a space, setting the right mood for your celebration.

Accommodation and Transportation

If you have guests traveling from afar, consider the following:

Nearby Hotels: Look for venues with nearby hotel options or partnerships to secure group rates for your guests.

Transport Links: Ensure the venue is easily accessible via public transport or provide information on parking options for those driving.

Booking Tips and Best Practices

To make the booking process smooth:

Book Early: Popular venues can book up quickly, so secure your date as early as possible.

Read the Contract Carefully: Understand all terms and conditions, including cancellation policies and what’s included in the package.

Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask the venue about any specifics, from setup times to restrictions on decor.

Budgeting for Your Wedding

Managing your budget is crucial for a stress-free planning process. Here’s how to budget effectively:

Set a Budget: Determine a realistic budget that covers all aspects of your wedding, including the venue, catering, and decor.

Compare Quotes: Obtain quotes from multiple venues to ensure you’re getting good value for your money.

Prioritize Expenses: Allocate your budget based on what’s most important to you, whether it’s the venue, catering, or other elements.

Planning Services and Support

If you need extra help with planning:

Full-Service Planners: Consider hiring a full-service wedding planner to handle all aspects of your wedding, from venue selection to day-of coordination.

Partial Planning: If you only need assistance with specific tasks, such as venue booking or vendor coordination, partial planning services may be a good fit.

Day-of Coordination: For those who prefer to manage most details themselves, a day-of coordinator can ensure everything goes smoothly on the big day.

Creating a Memorable Experience

To ensure your wedding stands out:

Personal Touches: Add unique elements such as personalized favors, custom decor, or a special activity to make your wedding unforgettable.

Entertainment: Consider incorporating live music, a DJ, or other entertainment to keep your guests engaged and entertained.

Comfort: Ensure your guests are comfortable with adequate seating, climate control, and easy access to amenities.

Conclusion

Choosing a wedding venue in London is one of the most exciting parts of planning your special day. With its blend of historic charm, modern sophistication, and diverse options, London offers the perfect backdrop for your wedding. By considering key factors like location, amenities, and personal touches, you can find a venue that makes your wedding day truly unforgettable. So take the time to explore your options, envision your perfect day, and choose a venue that will set the stage for a magical celebration.

FAQs

1. How far in advance should I book a wedding venue in London?

It’s advisable to book your venue as early as possible, ideally 12-18 months in advance, to secure your preferred date and venue.

2. Can I customize the decor at a wedding venue?

Many venues allow you to customize decor to fit your theme and vision, but it’s important to check their policies and any restrictions beforehand.

3. Are there wedding venues in London that offer catering services?

Yes, many venues offer in-house catering services, but some also allow you to bring in external caterers. Verify with the venue what options are available.

4. What should I consider when choosing a wedding venue in London?

Consider factors such as venue capacity, location, amenities, ambiance, and your budget to ensure the venue fits your needs and vision.

5. How do I find the best wedding venue in London?

Start by defining your vision, visiting multiple venues, reading reviews, and comparing options. Consider seeking recommendations from friends or hiring a wedding planner for additional assistance.

[shutter-mutter]

PHOTO LONDON CATALOGUE 

Free download 2024 digital catalogue  Welcome note from Michael Benson and Fariba Farshad, Founders, essays and images from exhibitions, and double page spread of exhibitors. DOWNLOAD NOW,

[ahcukmummy]

2024 so far

Hey

Hope that you are all well.

I have been missing again and wanted to give a quick update to the start of our year.

Mum came to spend Christmas & New Year with us, planning to fly back for her next Chemotherapy early in January.

We had a wonderful Christmas and celebrated New Year watching the fireworks from the porch.

As I said in my last blog – way back in October my Mum was diagnosed with aggressive cancer and was facing Chemotherapy, she was meant to fly home ready for her next Chemo on 2nd Jan, Unfortunately on that morning Mum was extremely poorly and went to QE via ambulance, Mum spent 10 days in Q&E and was then transferred to Greenwich & Bexley Hospice after we were told that she would be unable to return to Ireland as she wasn’t well enough .  

Mum as always was amazingly strong and fought with all the grace and dignity that she was well known for, Mum passed away on 18th February – knowing how very much she was loved by us all. 

Ann came from Australia, and Lauren from Somerset, the weeks that we got to spend with Mum while she was in the hospice I know we will all treasure forever. We laughed, cried, reminisced, and even had a karaoke session 🤣

The staff were amazing and not only looked after Mum but made sure that we as a family were OK too.  

We had Mum’s funeral here, and then we took Mum home as she had asked for a memorial mass and to spread Grandad, Nan, Mum & Starr (our furry sister) ashes together - they are back together just how they would have wanted.

Sunrise 29.8.59 - Sunset 18.2.24

I can’t explain how difficult it was walking back into Mum’s home, everything had been left as she thought that she would be back after her break here in London and knowing that we had 5 days to pack up the entire house -  trying to sort through 60 odd years of photos and memories was practically impossible but with the help of family, friends and Mum’s neighbours we got it done.

The last few months has shown me many things, what true friends are, who will have our backs when things get tough and what a strong team Gavin & I are.

Math class 30 years ago was the best thing to ever happen to me 🥰 I wouldn’t have been able to do any of this without Gavin, as always, he had my back allowing me to spend all the time I did with Mum.

To the friends & family that came to Mum’s funeral & memorial mass, I can’t thank you enough, the support that you gave me was so needed and to see how much Mum was thought of and loved still brings tears.

I have tried to be strong over the last months and have as much courage as possible, but I feel broken. I am worried that if I sit too long, I won’t be able to get back up, if I start to cry I will never stop and most of all I am scared that this will be the thing that breaks me.

Take care of yourselves

Em x – CureAHCUKMummy

[craft2eu]

Collect: London vom 01. bis 03.03.2024

2024 markiert das zwanzigjährige Bestehen der Collect als führende internationale Messe für zeitgenössisches Kunsthandwerk und Design, die vom britischen Crafts Council im Londoner Somerset House in London vom 1. bis 3. März 2024 präsentiert wird (Vorbesichtigungen am 28. und 29. Februar). Dan Kelly, represented by 155A Gallery. Photo: Jake Curtis, styling Laura Fulmine, in Crafts Council…

[sheltiechicago]

Untitled by Cieran Jay Forster

These images are from the Photo London x Hahnemühle student award. The shortlisted students work will be on display during Photo London 2023, at Somerset House, London, from 10-14 May. The winner, announced on 13 May, will receive a valuable residency. Photo London champions young photographers at the fair through both the Hahnemühüle student award and the Nikon emerging photographer award

London x Hahnemühle Student Award

[emdhkingston]

2. Please contextually reference your subject matter. What art, design, cultural, historic references can you look at to gain insight? Describe them and why they are relevant. (650 words)

My Final Major Project starting point is based on something I have noticed is a human behaviour common to many people. Many of the references I have gathered in my blog have been behaviours such as collecting things like stamps, letters and tickets, or finding lost things and putting them in visible places like gloves on railings. There is a book called the Museum of Innocence which is about a man who is in love with his distant cousin, an in it he collects pieces of things she discards to make a ‘museum’ dedicated to her. It was made into an exhibition at Somerset House which recreated these vignettes of the woman’s life. The idea of an identity being made up through small pieces of physical ephemera feels closely tied to my area of interest. A photographer whose work documents the disarray of junk drawers is Tomas Teodosijev. He took photos of his father’s drawers full of objects that to him were organised in a system, but to his son looked like a mess. 

A concept that I have been coming back to throughout my investigation of starting points has been Marie Kondo and her tidying methods. It is a way of organising every aspect of your home so that everything is visible, accessible and maintainable. I’ve tried before to store my things in this way, but I find it really hard. It is based around making all clothes the same shape so that they are uniform, however my clothes are all different shapes and sizes and don’t fit into a universal folded square. I’m interested in the anomalies to this technique – I want to know where Marie Kondo keeps her receipts when she gives gifts and whether she has post-its and magnets on her fridge. I would be interested to find out more about different sorting systems for categorising and storing things. What counts as ‘miscellaneous’? 

A television show reference that contextually links to my starting point is Bagpuss. It is an old series from the 1970s about a shop of lost and found things. It doesn’t sell anything but houses lost things collected by a young girl, Emily, and the toys in the shop try to work out how to help the lost thing get back to the owner. This links because the shop is essentially a place where lost things go to become un-lost. The film Amelie also explores ideas around lost things, as well as how an identity can be discovered through discarded things. Amelie returns a tin of lost toys to their owner and another character picks up photos from photo booths that have been left behind. He loses his picture album and she helps him to find it. 

A place that I took inspiration from when investigating areas of interest for my Final Major Project was the London Tube Lost and Found. All of the umbrellas, bags, and extremely random objects that got lost on the Underground would be collected and stored in this unit for three months before being given to charity. I think it is exciting to consider how all of these disparate things with so many backgrounds, functions and materials can become a collection because they have one thing in common; being lost. 

[artlimited]

Art Fair | Photo London 2024 https://www.artlimited.net/agenda/art-fair-photo-london-2024-somerset-house-london/en/7585912

[neillien]

Poem: Sexwish. Ghost/ photo taken at Somerset house, London. January 14th, 2023 comprises WW2 artillery helmet [not shown] gimp mask, sweat stained t-shirt displayed in a plexiglass vitrine