M Shed's Bristol street art exhibition is launching this weekend

M Shed's Bristol street art exhibition is launching this weekend

Posted on: 25 Jun 2021

Vanguard Bristol Street Art: The Evolution of a Global Movement will showcase a huge collection of work from pioneering Bristol-based artists.

 

An extensive new exhibition celebrating Bristol's influence on the international street art movement is opening at the M Shed this weekend, set to remain on show at the Harbourside museum from 26 June - 31 October.

 

Initially due to take place last summer, the show was rescheduled to 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic. All tickets booked for the initial dates remain valid, with remaining passes available here.

 

From bronze sculptures to immersive displays, the exhibition reveals a host of new original pieces, as well as rare and unseen works that celebrate the city's instrumental role in the development of British street art.

 

The Evolution of a Global Movement will also include bespoke edits from the iconic filmmakers and photographers who documented the unfolding scene from its 1980s beginnings, as well as those who continue to cover it in the present day.

 

 

Billed as both a celebration of Bristol street art and an exploration of the city's influence on the wider street art movement and graffiti culture, the eagerly-anticipated exhibition will showcase rare work by leading Bristolian, British and Irish artists.

 

Seminal film and photography works from the likes of Henry Chalfant and Beezer will also examine the creative response of Bristol's underground artists amid the turbulent social and political landscape of the era.

 

Additionally, The Evolution of a Global Movement will shine a light on the growing relationship between street art and sustainability, shining a light on artists around the world working to reduce the environmental impact of their craft.

 

Beyond the exhibition itself, Vanguard will also be launching a series of exclusive releases from a selection of renowned Bristol-based creatives, including an accompanying book reflecting on the momentum of the movement and merchandise created by some of the featured artists.

 

Vanguard Bristol Street Art: The Evolution of a Global Movement is opening at the M Shed on Saturday 26 June, and will remain open until Sunday 31 October.

 

Admission costs £8 for adults and £7 for concessions, with a £1 voluntary donation to the Bristol Museums Development Trust included in the price.

 

For more information, to book your visit or to find out what else is coming up this summer, head to the M Shed website or follow updates on Twitter.

 

Main Image: Beezer


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Article by:

Matt Robson

 

Editor - 365Bristol.com & LOUD Magazine
 

Matt is a Journalism graduate and writer, passionate about supporting Bristol music, art and independent business. Get in touch via email at matt@365bristol.com.