UK Cartoon Exhibits Include Multiple Pub Shows and Museum Debut
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Looking to get out of the studio this summer? Here are five UK cartoon exhibits to visit: Samuel Ojo’s show at The Cartoon Museum dives into his experience as a migrant artist. In Herne Bay, “Out of Line” takes aim at Michelangelo’s David. Paul Shadbolt’s work is on display at The Crown in Hastings, Pete Songi organized “Deserted Island” theme exhibit with nearly 100 gags from 66 cartoonists at the Duke of Greenwich pub, and the Cartoonists Club of Great Britain is at The Shaftesbury Fringe.
The Cartoon Museum Features Samuel Ojo
The Cartoon Museum will be featuring the art of Samuel Ojo on his experience as a migrant in the UK. The exhibit is called “Ìrìn Àjò” and runs from July 24 through November 29.
Samuel Ojo moved to the UK in 2022, leaving Nigeria for Birmingham. This exhibition reflects on his journey so far, as well as the contributions that immigrants make to the UK and the ways they are perceived by the people around them, the media, and the government.
Location: 63 Wells St, London W1A 3AE, UK
One New Street to Host ‘Out of Line’ Exhibit
The One New Street in Herne Bay is hosting an exhibit called “Out of Line” featuring different interpretations of Michelangelo’s David. Cartoonists on display include: K.J. Lamb, Des Buckley, Andrew Birch, Chris Burke, Royston Robertson, and Mark “Chicane” Winter.
Location: 1 New St, Herne Bay CT6 5AH, UK
The Crown Features Private Eye Cartoonist Paul Shadbolt
Private Eye cartoonist Paul Shadbolt has a selection of cartoon art The Crown in Hastings. His cartoons will be on display July 4 through August 1.
Location: 64-66 All Saints’ St, Hastings TN34 3BN, UK
Duke of Greenwich Pub Features Themed Exhibit: Deserted Island
Pete Songi spearheaded a fun exhibit on the stranded on a deserted island cliché. How many deserted island cartoons can be drawn without repeating a gag? Plenty. This exhibit at the Duke of Greenwich pub in London features 66 cartoonists and 96 cartoons.
Some of the featured cartoonists include: Banx, Fergus, Steve Bright, Des Buckley, Christopher Burke, Ben Chilton, Joe Dator, Stephen Dean, Pete Dredge, Radical Embroiderer, Ryan Fairbanks, Edward Wills Garcia, Clive Goddard, David Gomberg, Tom Johnston, Jess Judge, Viktor Knoury, Steve Lillie, Grant Meikle, The Surreal McCoy, Glenn Marshall, Ed Naylor, Nick Newman, Dean Patterson, Roger Penwill, Jonathan Pugh, Dimitra Rizou, Royston Robertson, Martin Rowson, Greg Smith, Pete Songi, Stokoe, Guy Venables, Achaz von Harenberg, Chris ‘Dink’ Williams, Kipper Williams, and Mark “Chicane” Winter.
Exhibit runs July 3 through Aug 31.
Location: 91 Colomb St, London SE10 9EZ, United Kingdom
The Shaftesbury Fringe Cartoon Exhibition
The annual Shaftesbury Fringe this weekend. The free event is an open access performing arts festival and The Cartoonists Club of Great Britain will be there with an exhibit and a meet-and-greet with cartoonists.
July 19 and 20th, 10.30am – 5.00pm
Location: 21 High St, Shaftesbury SP7 8JE, United Kingdom
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