Discover the artistic duo behind an emotionally charged exhibition blending sculpture, photography, and more. Learn what makes their work unmissable.
Idris Khan and Annie Morris are not just life partners; they are trailblazers in contemporary British art.
Idris, born in Birmingham in 1978 to a British Muslim Pakistani family, is a celebrated figure honoured with an OBE in 2017 for his contributions to art. With a focus on photography and time as physical constructs, his works are rooted in his complex heritage and family history.
Annie, also born in 1978, creates art that, at first glance, seems cheerful and lively. However, her art delves deep, representing a personal quest for order amid grief and disappointment. Whether through sculpture, painting, or tapestry, Morris showcases the resilience of the human spirit with a vibrant palette.
Idris questions the nature of time and experience by employing physical layering in his work, such as images or musical scores, to create an abstract and unintelligible yet captivating pattern. His work is a tribute to the creators of culture, capturing the essence of time, memory, and spirituality.
Annie, on the other hand, employs a plethora of materials and media to explore the subconscious mind. Her tapestry works are particularly striking, with fragile sketched lines meticulously sewn into the fabric, resembling a mind map in their quest to organise information visually.
The upcoming exhibition at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, titled Idris Khan & Annie Morris: When Loss Makes Melodies, is set to be an emotionally stirring journey. Showcasing over thirty works, the exhibition weaves seamlessly through the Gallery and the neo-classical architecture of the Manor. The art forms range from sculpture and photography to painting and embroidery, each contributing to a poignant narrative about human emotion, memory, and time.
One of the exhibition’s standout elements is the synchronicity between the artists. Annie’s colourful artistic language has influenced Idris’ palette, revealing how their individual practices subtly inspire each other. Annie’s Stack sculptures are vibrant but deeply emotional, a testament to personal loss and resilience. Idris’ works, like My Mother (2015), explore the intricacies of cultural memory and personal history through abstract forms.
The exhibit promises an immersive experience. Expect to find Annie’s bespoke armchairs and bed linens furnishing Soane’s upper drawing room and bedroom. Meanwhile, Idris’ vinyl overlays will grace the Manor’s conservatory windows. These modern touches blend perfectly with Soane’s vision of the Manor as a haven of architectural and familial harmony.
At its core, this exhibition studies the timeless link between contemporary and neo-classical art. It is more than just a showcase of individual artistic brilliance. It explores how two different artists, bound by their personal and professional lives, can come together to offer a unified yet complex narrative on memory, emotion, and creative expression.
Don’t miss the chance to experience this captivating blend of emotion and architecture in Idris Khan & Annie Morris: When Loss Makes Melodies, from 4 October 2023 to 7 January 2024 at Pitzhanger.
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Partial Closure: 6 November, all day
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed all day on Thursday 6 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All other rooms will be open as usual during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Wedding Open Day reminder: Noon - 4pm
Please note that although our Manor House remains open as normal, we are hosting our Wedding Open Day across the Manor space on 25th October 2025. Artworks in the Manor will be available as normal.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 26–28 September
From Friday 26 to Sunday 28 September, only Pitzhanger Manor will be open while Pitzhanger Gallery remain closed for exhibition changeover.
General Admission will be reduced to £8 during this time. The Bella Pūlia Café and the Pitzhanger Shop will also be open.
Our new exhibition Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden opens on Wednesday 1 October.
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Partial Closure: 18 October, 11.30am–5pm
Please note that the Upper Drawing Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 11.30am–5pm on Saturday 18 October for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
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Partial Closure: 31 October, 1–3.30pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 1–3.30pm on Friday 31 October for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Gallery Access on Curator’s Talk Evening
Please note that 13 November, the Gallery will close at 6pm for the Curator’s Talk with Richard Calvocoressi and Nicholas Serota. From 5pm, there may be some set-up activity in the space, though it will remain open and accessible for ticket holders.
If you do not have a ticket for the talk, we recommend planning your visit a little earlier in the day to enjoy the full exhibition.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 6 November, 10am–5pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 10am–5pm on Thursday 6 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
Partial Closure: 9 November, 10am–3pm
Please note that the Eating Room in Pitzhanger Manor will be closed at 10am–3pm on Sunday 9 November for a private event. Artworks in the affected space will be temporarily off view, but General Admission continues as usual. All rooms will be open before and after this time during our regular opening hours.
Questions? Email us at foh@pitzhanger.org.uk.
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