The exhibitions you must see this August
From a collaborative painting installation to a celebration of a major musical, don't miss this month's must-see exhibitions across the UK.
With the summer being marked by its unpredictable (and often disappointing) weather, it can be hard to know how to plan your time. But whether you're looking to escape the heat or the rain, a trip to an exhibition can be the perfect way to unwind and experience something new.
We've rounded-up some of the best exhibitions to see this month across the UK. Whether you're intrigued by cutting-edge contemporary art or traditional painting from history, there's plenty on this list to inspire your next day out.
Just don't forget your National Art Pass or Teacher Art Pass to make great savings too.
What are the best exhibitions to see in August with an Art Pass?
UNIQLO Tate Play: Oscar Murillo: The flooded garden
Pick up the paintbrush and unleash your inner artist – Oscar Murillo takes over Tate Modern's Turbine Hall with a massive painting that everyone can get involved with. Inspired by Monet's famous garden paintings, keep coming back to witness the space transform into a swirling installation of blues, yellows and pinks. And while you're there, why not check out their three other exhibitions, all 50% off with a National Art Pass!
Queens: The Exhibition
Sing, dance, play games and take selfies like a queen in this exhibition celebrating the hit musical SIX that retells the lives of Henry VIII's wives through pop music. Marvel at stunning costumes and fan art from the show, and discover what kind of Queen you are.
Kith and Kinship: Norman Cornish and LS Lowry
Journey across Northern landscapes and discover their rich industrial heritage through the works of Norman Cornish LS Lowry. Witness the communities that lived there and experience the power of art to connect the past with the present.
Henry Moore in Colour
The importance of drawing to modernist sculptor Henry Moore is unveiled in this exhibition, showcasing over 30 drawings that illustrate how he used it as both a tool to develop ideas for future sculptures and as an artform in its own right.
Beneath the Surface | George Stubbs & Contemporary Artists
Celebrate the 300th birthday of George Stubbs, most recognised for his grand paintings of horses during the 18th century. The equine artist spent time at Wentworth Woodhouse in Yorkshire in 1762 to work on paintings, which are now returning to the historic house for their largest exhibition to date. Explore works that similarly capture animal and human experiences by contemporary artists, including Tracey Emin, Ugo Rondinone and Mark Wallinger, alongside Stubbs' paintings.
Money Talks: Art, Society & Power
Money, money, money – we often hate to talk about it, but what does it say about us? Explore how money intersects with art and culture in this major exhibition at the Ashmolean, through both the images that decorate it and the artists that investigate it to understand power dynamics and its role in society.
The more you see, the more we do.
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