Andrew Lumsden (1941-2023) was a pioneering gay journalist, activist and artist. This exhibition celebrates his still lifes, interiors, landscapes and portraits from over half a century of drawings.
ANDREW LUMSDEN (1941-2023) was a London-based pioneer of the Gay Liberation Front, a trailblazing openly queer journalist and a talented artist working across a variety of media.
A contemporary of Derek Jarman and David Hockney, Lumsden created a steady flow of artworks over more than half a century, reflecting his life as an activist, traveller and lover.
His work ranged from abstract and impressionistic works in the 1970s to highly realistic and detailed landscapes, beaches and interiors around the UK, Spain and Goa, to intimate portraits of friends and lovers.
Accompanying the exhibition is a timeline marking out key moments from British LGBTQ+ campaigns, as well as those personal to Andrew and his work.
Curated by Andrew’s close friend, Dan de la Motte; @Dandelamotte
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this exhibition, please email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Venue: The Gallery Cafe at St Margaret’s House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: Step-free entry to The Gallery Café is at the rear, through the garden. It is accessible through the gate located two doors to the left of the café’s main entrance. If you require access to an accessible toilet, please get in touch with us on 020 8980 2092 or email emily@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Dates and times:
Exhibition: Tuesday 18th November - Monday 12th January, 8:30am-5pm
Opening Event: Thursday 20th November, 6:30-8:30pm
Tickets for the Opening event: Free (registration is essential)