What's OnJenny Saville: The Anatomy of Painting
Get ready to dive deep into the world of Jenny Saville — one of the most talked-about contemporary painters out there.
- Dates 20/06/2025 - 07/09/2025
- Location National Portrait Gallery, Saint Martin's Place, London, UK
- Price ££
Drift by Jenny Saville, 2020-2022 © Jenny Saville, Courtesy Gagosian.
This is the UK’s biggest museum show dedicated to her jaw-dropping work.
Since bursting onto the scene in the ’90s with her Glasgow School of Art degree show, Saville’s been shaking up figurative painting like no other. Her thick, gutsy brushstrokes create raw, visceral portraits that grab you and don’t let go.
From bold charcoal sketches to massive, unforgettable oil paintings of the human form, this show throws light on how she challenges old-school ideas about female beauty. You’ll see the iconic giant nudes that made her famous, plus brand-new pieces fresh off the easel.
With 45 killer works from collections around the globe, The Anatomy of Painting maps out Jenny’s artistic journey, her influences, and her fearless take on art history, all made with her full input and cooperation.
Newton to Shakespeare
Leicester square has been home to a number of historical figures. Statues of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds, John Hunter and Sir Isaac Newton have all featured in the gardens, which at the centre, permanently showcases William Shakespeare.