Drawing Together: Online Exhibition for The Society of Graphic Fine Art
Pleased to say that i'm participating in the very first online exhibition with the Society of Graphic Fine Art.
To celebrate this important occasion , I'm releasing two new works from my popular Back to Life portfolio for the first time!The digital exhibition, entitled Drawing Together, is available to enjoy from now until July, when our Centenary show at the Mall Galleries opens to the public.
February 2021
Video Biography: Vincent Van Gogh
Thrilled to say that my specialist video biography on the artist Vincent Van Gogh is now available to view online.
This valuable educational resource is designed for children of Primary and Secondary school age, and can be readily used to plan lessons across art, science and other subject areas, in school and at home.
The video is commissioned by the SunSpaceArt project at Cambridge University, funded by the Science, Technology and Facilities Council.
February 2021Science and Art Festival
I'm excited to announce that I have been invited to speak at the SunSpaceArt festival on February 15th. This FREE online event will showcase the importance of STEAM education between Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths subjects.
We have an amazing line-up to enjoy: see the draft schedule for details.Join the live Youtube broadcast at 8pm for a panel discussion on how art and science educators can shape the future, featuring myself and selected guest speakers.
February 2021Astronomy and Geophysics Magazine
I'm proud to announce that the SunSpaceArt team have a two-page spread in the upcoming issue of Astronomy and Geophysics Magazine, published by the Royal Astronomical Society.
The article, titled 'We love STEAM', celebrates our dedicated art/science education team, our projects, and successes so far. It's a real honour to be featured alongside these great scientists, educators, and fellow artists.
January 2021
Upcoming Lectures:2021
Delighted to announce my forthcoming lectures for Spring 2021. My talks provide a painter’s perspective on famous artworks across the centuries.
February 16th: The Arts Society Winchester Double Bill 11am-12 noon and 2pm-3pm. Book Tickets
April 14th: The Arts Society Weybridge 10.30am-11.30am.
Book TicketsYou are welcome to invite Alice to Lecture at your own venue today.
Launch: Made by Tottenham
Happy to be featured in Made By Tottenham: the newly launched creative directory.
'With almost 1 in 5 residents working in the creative industries, Tottenham is among the most creative areas of London. Made by Tottenham features profiles of local creative people and businesses across Film & Photography, Visual Arts, Architecture & Design, Fashion, Music, and more.'
David Lammy, Member of Parliament for Tottenham says: “I am so proud to represent one of the most creative communities in the country. In these challenging times...Made by Tottenham tirelessly supports the creative industry.”
Nov 2020Published: The Arts Society
Excited to announce that my article 'How to Look at Painting' has been published by The Art Society Magazine. I was commissioned to write this piece, which explores how to get closer to art, how long to look at a painting, the difference between looking and seeing, and how to enjoy the texture, depth and feel of artworks. I took the opportunity to reveal some secrets of the art-world experience from a painter's perspective!
June 2020Time Space Money Bursary
Absolutely delighted to announce that I have been awarded the Time Space Money bursary by a-n The Artists Information Company and Arts Council England.
The bursary will help me to develop and research my current artwork series
Back to Life, which reflects positive changes to the local environment. My project documents the recent surge in wildlife in natural spaces such as the River Lea, Downhills Park, and Walthamstow Wetlands. This regeneration echoes my own story, as I re-shape my studio practice during this period of uncertainty.Enjoy the Back to Life portfolio now!
June 2020Published: Alfred Cohen Art Foundation and Ben Uri Gallery
It was a great thrill see the publication of my paper A Painter's Perspective in the beautiful book 'Alfred Cohen: An American Artist in Europe'.
The launch coincided with an exhibition of Alfred Cohen's work at Bush House, King's College London in March 2020. Sadly, the exhibtion closed the day after opening, due to the pandemic.Published by the Alfred Cohen Art Foundation and Ben Uri Gallery in March 2020, the book is Co-edited by Max Saunders (Trustee, Alfred Cohen Art Foundation) and Sarah MacDougall (Head of Collections and Research, Ben Uri). Contributors include art historians and curators: Paul Greenhalgh (Director, Sainsbury Centre), David Peters Corbett (Courtauld Institute of Art), Rachel Dickson (Ben Uri), Claudia Milburn (Pallant House) and Hope Wolf (independent curator). I am honored to have been invited to contribute alongside such impressive figures.
March 2020Accredited Lecturer: The Arts Society
It's a pleasure to announce that I am now an Accredited Lecturer for The Art Society.
The Arts Society is a leading arts education body with a global network of over 380 local Societies, which bring people together through a shared curiosity for the arts in the UK, Europe, and beyond.
My debut lecture at Swedenborg House in London was very well received. My next lectures are in Winchester, Weybridge, and at the stunning Kenwood House in October 2021.Find out more about my lectures today, and feel free to join or to book me to speak at your own event!
Sept 2019Interview with Central St Martins
To celebrate over 10 years in my role as an Associate Lecturer for Central St Martins College of Art and Design, I have been given a lovely illustrated interview with the University of the Arts online. See inside my studio, delve into my working methods, and sign up to my new drawing and painting classes today! Read more here
A beautiful new video gives a sneak peak into my Central St Martins courses.
July 2019SGFA Centenary Exhibition
I'm delighted to announce the Centenary Exhibition for the Society of Graphic Fine Art.
To celebrate our 100th year as the only national society dedicated to the art of drawing, we have created a special Members Exhibition, which is on display at the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists from now until 18th May. The exhibition continues it's tour to London, where works will be on display at the Bankside Gallery from 4th-16th June.
All are welcome to attend both the Birmingham and the London exhibitions.
May 2019Inspiring Minds in Canterbury
Following a successful pilot in 2018, my lecture ‘The Selfie and the Self: Who Am I Online?’ is now a key component of the Inspiring Minds project at Canterbury Christ Church University.
The project aims to increase the number of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds taking up Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects in higher education by 2020, and is funded by the Office for Students (OfS) for the National Collaborative Outreach Programme (NCOP).
Our next session will be in March 2019, with further exciting news to be announced.
Jan 2019Lectures at the London Art Salon
It's my pleasure to announce that the London Art Salon have invited me to become their newest Expert Lecturer.
I will be presenting two talks in February 2019; the first entitled 'Hey, good looking! Ways to Look at painting' at the Art Workers Guild in Bloomsbury on Wednesday 13th, followed by a live art tour the National Gallery on Tuesday 26th of the same month.
All are welcome to attend. Book here.
Dec 2018Courtauld lecture at the National Gallery
I presented my lecture, 'The Materiality of Paint in Impressionist and Expressionist Artworks' to a group of current MA Students from the Courtauld Institute of Art.
The art talk and tour took place within the recent 'Courtauld Impressionists' exhibition, on site at the National Gallery.I look forward to Guest Lecturing for the Courtauld again in future.
Nov 2018Bermondsey Project Space
My recent group exhibition, 'Drawn To London' opened at the Bermondsey Project Space from 16th October-3rd November. This much-anticipated show included paintings, prints, drawings, photographs, film, sound and installation.
October 2018Lloyds Art Group
Our Annual Exhibition of the Lloyds Art Group took place from November 22nd-26th at The Old Library.
Great to see my artwork 'Graphite Shark' as a main feature of the official catalogue.
October 2018Affordable Art Fair 2018
I presented two special workshops on behalf of Central St Martins College of Art and Design at the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea this month.
The two unique drawing sessions took place at the Creative Studio, situated within the heart of the fair itself. The responses to my'Making Like Matisse' and 'Sensory Still Life' workshops were very enthusiastic. I look forward to working with the AAF team again in future.
October 2018
Invitation to the Courtauld
It was a pleasure to present my lecture entitled 'A Modern Painter's Perspective on the artwork of Alfred Cohen' at the Courtauld Institute of Art this summer.
I spoke on the discussion panel chaired by Dr Paul Zuckerman, former Senior Economist at the World Bank, Treasurer of the Art Fund, and Chair of the Board of the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts.
I'd been invited by Professor Max Saunders, Director of the Arts & Humanities Research Institute and Co-Director of the Centre for Life-Writing Research at King’s College London.
June 2018Award Winner
Thrilled to be the winner of the Russell and Chapple Canvas Prize, for my artwork in the Annual Exhibition for the Royal Society of Marine Artists.
It is an honour to have received this award, which was presented to me by Rear Admiral Chris Gardner, who officially opened the exhibition at the invitation of RSMA President, Liz Smith.
October 2017Lloyds Art 2017
My work is selected for the Autumn Exhibition of the Lloyds Art Group. It's fantastic to take part as a member in this exhibition.
September 2017Society of Graphic Fine Art 2017
Announcing the Annual Exhibition of the Society of Graphic Fine Art at the Menier Gallery, London. This is my second year exhibiting as an Associate Member.
Gallery opens 2nd-14th October from 11am-6pm. All are welcome.
September 2017Royal Society of Marine Artists 2017
Wonderful to be selected for the Annual Exhibition of the Royal Society of Marine Artists at the Mall Galleries, for my third year in a row.
The exhibition opens 5th-14th October from 10am-5pm.
All are welcome.
September 2017Exhibition at the U.S Embassy in London
Honored to be selected for the 'Earth Inspired Art Exhibition' at the U.S Embassy, to mark Earth Day 2017.
"The U.S. Embassy is delighted to host artwork celebrating the wonders of our natural world from talented UK artists depicting wild creatures, seascapes and landscapes."
Grosvenor Sq., London, from 2nd-15th May.
See my interview on film and photos from the event.
May 2017Conservation Optimism Summit
Presenting an exhibition and lecture entitled 'Art and Conservation Science' at the Conservation Optimism Summit from April 20-22nd at Dulwich College and ZSL London Zoo.
April 2017Featured in the Mayor's creativity campaign
Featured in this video for the Mayor, a part of the #LondonIsOpen campaign championing creativity and inclusivity.
Directed by: Adam Townsend
Filmed and Edited by www.andytrace.uk
Feb 2017Mall Galleries Online
Ongoing feature in the Mall Galleries prestigious online collection, alongside some of Britain's finest living artists.
December 2016Society of Wildlife Artists 2016
Excited to exhibit with the Society of Wildlife Artists for the first time. My work will be in their forthcoming Annual Exhibition at the Mall Galleries.
September 2016Royal Society of Marine Artists 2016
Selected for the Annual Exhibition of the Royal Society of Marine Artists at the Mall Galleries. This national exhibition will be the Society's largest ever, celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Royal Charter.
August 2016Group Exhibition: Menier Gallery
As a new Associate Member of the Society of Graphic Fine Art, I'm looking forward to our SGFA Annual Open Exhibition at the Menier Gallery. Art and the Zoo is the theme of this new article published about my work by the SGFA.
September 2016Solo Exhibition: EC3\Legal
EC3\Legal LLP regularly show work from the Lloyd’s Art Group. I am exhibiting currently at their London offices, in this exhibition curated by the artist Philippa Beale.
Oct 2015Group Exhibition: the Mall Galleries
My artwork will feature in the Annual Exhibition for the Royal Society of Marine Artists at the Mall Galleries.
Oct 2015Artist Talk: Shuffle Festival
Great response to my talk on 'A New Wave, Art and Conservation Science', at Shuffle Festival hosted by Bow Arts.
July 2015Review:Wall Street Journal
'A New Wave' at Le Dame Gallery features in the Wall Street Journal
June 2015Solo Exhibition Extended: ZSL London Zoo
'A New Wave' exhibition at ZSL London Zoo Aquarium continues for 3 months. Here's some wonderful words from the ZSL Arts team.
June 2015Solo Exhibition: ZSL London Zoo
Artworks inspired by ZSL London Zoo Aquarium are on exhibition at the Zoo itself from April 29th-July 31st.
April 2015Art Installation: ZSL London Zoo Aquarium
I created a 10 meter UV glowing mural of coral in the Aquarium at ZSL London Zoo. This unique public participation artwork is for The Big Draw 2014, the World's Largest Drawing Festival.
October 2014Review: FAD Magazine
Great fun being interviewed by FAD Magazine about my current project at ZSL London Zoo.
July 2014Art Auction: Hiscox Art Cafe
I exhibited at Hiscox Art Cafe alongside Gavin Turk, Tracy Emin and Keith Tyson. All works were auctioned to raise money for the Housing the Homeless Central Fund.
April 2014Launch: Art/Science Blog
Read all about my creative adventures at ZSL London Zoo on my shiny new blog: 'A New Wave: Art and Conservation Science'.
March 2014Year Project: ZSL London Zoo
Thrilled to be the newest Selected Artist at ZSL London Zoo. Blog live now!
Feb 2014Feature: Documentary 'White Spirit'
I have created my first documentary film, in collaboration with Edward Reynolds. This short feature explores my interaction with a favourite model and muse.
Nov 2013Feature: Documentary 'Alice White- Red Blue and Gold'
This beautiful video documentary by DillonRose investigates the concepts, practices and insights which underlie my painting practice.
January 2013.Artist Residency: Germany
Delighted to take up my residency at Greenfields Studio in Leipzig, Germany.
Oct 2012Group Show: Stour Space
Hackney Exhibition
Four week exhibition at the renowned Stour Space.
August 2012Group Exhibition: Leadenhall Market
Elevated Art Fair at Leadenhall Market in the heart of the City of London.
June 2012Group Show: Barcelona Showcase
I exhibited at the Barcelona Showcase held in Gaudi's architectural jewel, Casa Batllo on December 10th.
Dec 2011New Feature: BBC4 'British Masters' Arts Documentary
My students, model and myself feature on the recent BBC4 art series British Masters, with Dr James Fox.
July 2011Featured: BBC4 'British Masters' Arts Documentary
Proud to be featured in BBC4’s arts documentary British Masters, with Dr. James Fox.
July 2011Review: Grazia Magazine
"If Santa squeezes one of Alice White's awesome oil paintings into my my stocking, I'd be a happy girl."
Lauren Laverne, Grazia Magazine
Dec 09/ Jan 2010Guest Speaker, Peckham TV
Commission by Peckham Space Gallery
June 2008Interview: Reuters
View the report by Stefanie McIntyre here.
Reuters and White
May 1st 2008Online Interview
This interview aims to demystify and explain my own artistic practice.
View Part One Here and then
Part Two Here and finally
Part Three Here!
April 2008Review: Dulwich on View..
"My aim [says Alice] is to map the culture of today, to play upon its symbolism and iconography. In the future my pieces will act as a snapshot of our times."
Dulwich On View, Jan 08Review: Don't Panic Magazine
"Perusing (the artwork), the conversation naturally turned to the darker side of the human experience..."
David Cano, Don't Panic Magazine, Dec 07Review: Artslondon
"Most impressive was the collection of paintings which adorned the living room, painted by the marvellous Alice White. They were portraits-cold but not impersonal and deeply impressive...Make her the first artslondon hero."
Ben Stern, Artslondon, Nov 07