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Tim Bret-Day: Echoes & Idioms
Overview
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery proudly presents Tim Bret-Day: Echoes & Idioms. Delve into the remarkable career of the Acton-based photographer Tim Bret-Day. This exhibition weaves a tapestry of personal photography and vivid public imagery, offering a rare glimpse into the photographer’s world. Witness iconic portraits of luminaries such as Grace Jones, David Bowie, Kate Moss, Lennox Lewis, Jodie Kidd, Bryan Ferry, and many more, combining artistic skill with the glamour of fashion and advertising.
The exhibition is segmented into two distinct spaces. The first room explores black-and-white portraiture, illuminating the connection between the photographer and his subjects. The second room showcases Tim Bret-Day’s technical brilliance and experimental creativity. Explore pieces commissioned by Harvey Nichols, Issey Miyake, Esquire, Harper’s Bazaar, The Sunday Times, and more.
Echoes & Idioms showcases works from the 1990s to 2010s, highlighting the relationship between personal memories captured in photos and the familiar visuals we see in mass media.
Date
11 November 2023 – 19 May 2024
Venue
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
Tickets
Access with general admission
Enjoy free admission during the following times:
- Unlimited access for Members at all times.
- Sundays 10am–noon and First Thursdays 5–8pm for Ealing Borough residents.
Exhibition Events
Artist Talk with Tim Bret-Day
Thursday 1 February, 6–8pm
Include also a guided tour of Alice Irwin: Chinwag and Sinta Tantra: The Lightclub of Batavia with Pitzhanger Curatorial Team.
£9 Standard / £7 Concessions / £7 Ealing Resident / £5 Member
Artist Tour with Tim Bret-Day
Thursday 16 May, 6.45–7.45pm
As part of Pitzhanger’s 5th Anniversary: Celebrating Julian Opie Acquisition,
Free, drop-in
Guided group tours are available during exhibition hours. Learn more
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Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
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