Art takes over Spitalfields Market in October

“We Will Always Have Paris” exhibition – FAWW Gallery – Kelly McCann/Spitalfields Arts Market

Tuesday 1 October

Spitalfields Market is celebrating the diverse creative scene in London by spotlighting a range of artists during the month of October. The vibrant East London destination has long been an inspirational part of the capital where different cultures and communities from around the world have come together and creativity has thrived.

Kicking the month off is a free exhibition “We Will Always Have Paris” in 41 Brushfield Street, opening on Wednesday 2 October and running until Friday 11 October. A creative partnership between East London-based fashion designer Mei-Hui Liu, photographer Maryam Eisler and furniture designer Brodie Neill, the exhibition will feature photography from Eisler with Liu’s voluminous garments set against the ever-so-romantic Parisian backdrop. The space will also showcase Neill’s museum-grade benches made out of reclaimed materials.

FAWW Gallery proudly presents “The Nut Seller of Islington”, an Autumn exhibition running from 17 October to 17 November, featuring the bold, vibrant work of graphic designer Rusty O’Shacklewell, known artistically as Personality Crisis. Held at FAWW Gallery’s iconic original and fully restored k.67 kiosk in Spitalfields, the collection of work showcases a series of striking prints that celebrate the energetic fusion of London’s food, music, and nightlife scenes including world renowned restaurants BRAT, Noble Rot and Kiln to name a few. Each piece bursts with psychedelic color and captivating typography, evoking the sensory experiences of the capital. Limited edition prints are available for purchase starting at £95, making this a must-see event for art lovers and collectors alike.

Sara Sherwood / Spitalfields Arts Market

This weekend (4-6 October), Spitalfields will also be hosting its monthly Arts Market, where 12 artists showcase their work on a permanent basis. Since its launch in April 2009, the Arts Market on Crispin Place has provided a supportive environment for emerging and established artists to present their work to locals and tourists alike, with the diverse offering ranging from photography to oil paintings and illustrations. To celebrate the arts takeover in Spitalfields, three artists have shared reasons for their love affair with the inspiring East London destination.

Kelly McCann (at Spitalfields Market since 2021): “Spitalfields has such a diverse range of unique products for people to browse. It’s a great option for shopping for yourself or others whilst supporting small businesses. As an artist, the arts market is a fantastic micro community. We have fun together, support and inspire each other every month – those artists keep me going!”

Sara Sherwood (at Spitalfields Market since 2017): “Spitalfields has a wonderful community of artists and general traders. The artists and general stallholders are welcoming and offer high-quality art and interesting products from all over the world.”

Charlie Edwards (at Spitalfields Market since 2021): “Spitalfields consistently comes out on top for both value and footfall, so deciding to trade at Spitalfields Market has been an easy decision.”

For more information about the exhibitions and the monthly Arts Market, visit www.spitalfields.co.uk and follow @spitalfieldse1 on Instagram.