This week, London’s art exhibitions are brimming with must-see displays, offering an exciting mix of classic masterpieces and contemporary innovation. From Edvard Munch’s evocative portraits to José María Velasco’s breathtaking landscapes, the city’s galleries are showcasing an extraordinary range of visual treasures. Explore the grandeur of Sienese painting, discover the artistry of textiles from around the globe, and experience the striking contrasts of photography by James Welling and the Bechers. Whether you’re drawn to historical icons, modern creativity, or powerful portraiture, these exhibitions are essential stops for art lovers in London this week.

Edvard Munch Portraits at the National Portrait Gallery

Date: March 13 – June 15, 2025

Location: National Portrait Gallery

While The Scream may be his most famous work, Edvard Munch’s artistic brilliance extended far beyond it. This fascinating exhibition explores the Norwegian master’s world through his portraits of family, friends, and influential figures of his time. Munch’s ability to capture raw emotion and psychological depth makes this collection a powerful experience—one that reveals the artist’s profound impact on modern art.

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Textiles: The Art of Mankind

Date: March 28 – September 6, 2025

Location: Fashion and Textile Museum

From ancient tapestries to contemporary design, this exhibition unveils the artistic side of textiles. Showcasing an extraordinary selection of woven masterpieces from around the world, the Fashion and Textile Museum celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of fabric throughout history. Whether it’s delicate embroidery or bold, abstract weaves, this show proves textiles are as much about expression as they are about function.

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Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300 ‒ 1350

Date: March 8 – June 22, 2025
Location:  National Gallery, London

Step back in time to the golden age of Sienese painting with this stunning exhibition at the National Gallery. Celebrating the revolutionary artistry of Duccio, Simone Martini, and the Lorenzetti brothers, this showcase highlights the extraordinary vision that shaped European art for centuries. Expect to see luminous altarpieces, exquisite panel paintings, and a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural life of medieval Tuscany.

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José María Velasco: A View of Mexico

Date: March 29 – August 17, 2025
Location:  National Gallery, Trafalgar Square

For the first time in the UK, the breathtaking landscapes of José María Velasco take center stage. Known for his sweeping vistas of the Valley of Mexico, this 19th-century master blended artistic beauty with scientific precision. His detailed depictions of nature, paired with a keen understanding of geology and topography, provide a fascinating window into Mexico’s changing landscape as it entered the modern era.

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Peter Mitchell: Nothing Lasts Forever

Date: March 7 – June 15, 2025
Location: The Photographer’s Gallery

Leeds in the 1970s and beyond—gritty, vibrant, and ever-changing—comes to life in this remarkable exhibition of Peter Mitchell’s photographs. A pioneer of early color photography in Britain, Mitchell documented the city’s shifting streets, its people, and its forgotten corners with a deeply personal touch. More than just photography, this is a visual record of urban history and an ode to a city in transformation.

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James Welling & Bernd and Hilla Becher at Maureen Paley

Date: March 14 – April 27, 2025
Location: Maureen Paley, London

This compelling exhibition brings together the works of two vastly different yet equally influential photographic forces. James Welling, known for his experimental and dreamlike photography, contrasts with the stark, methodical industrial imagery of Bernd and Hilla Becher. The result? A fascinating dialogue between abstraction and documentation, emotion and structure. Whether you’re drawn to Welling’s ethereal compositions or the Bechers’ typological studies, this show is a deep dive into the artistic possibilities of photography.

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Auras: Portraits of Women by British Artists at LGDR

Date: March 15 – April 26, 2025
Location: LGDR, London

Portraiture has long been a window into identity, power, and perception, and this exhibition explores how British artists have captured the essence of women through time. Auras features a stunning collection of portraits that celebrate femininity in all its forms—whether through classic oil paintings, contemporary photography, or bold mixed-media works. More than just faces on canvas, these portraits tell stories of strength, vulnerability, and self- expression. A must-see for those who appreciate the evolving narrative of women in art.

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