Events

Discover an array of exhibitions, special projects, engaging community events and more at The Handbag Factory. As part of ASC Projects, we showcase diverse talent from our community and beyond, offering a wide range of events that cater to artists, creative professionals, and art enthusiasts alike. Our events offer something for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by.

We collaborate with partners, universities, and organisations to provide space for creative networking, skill-building, and training opportunities. [Contact us here].

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See our past and upcoming events below.

From Our Garden You Could Touch the Moon, Almost
Feb
6
to 9 Feb

From Our Garden You Could Touch the Moon, Almost

Step into a world where the cycles of the earth and the cosmos come alive through art. This captivating duo exhibition by mother artists Blandine Bardeau (@blandinebardeau) and Misa Gott (@misagottart) explores the profound connection between the body, the earth, and the universe.

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Wendy Brooke-Smith - TIME AND TIDE
Nov
21
to 2 Dec

Wendy Brooke-Smith - TIME AND TIDE

Explore the works of contemporary landscape artist Wendy Brooke-Smith. This captivating collection of paintings and drawings explores the passage of time and the ever-changing character of tidal water, with a special focus on London’s iconic Thames and its evolving skyline.

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Rhythmic Dreaming at the Edge of a Storyline – A Solo Exhibition by Jillian Knipe
Nov
14
to 18 Nov

Rhythmic Dreaming at the Edge of a Storyline – A Solo Exhibition by Jillian Knipe

Explore Rhythmic Dreaming at the Edge of a Storyline, a powerful solo exhibition by Jillian Knipe, hosted at The Handbag Factory. This exhibition features nine abstract paintings from Knipe's RESILIENCE series (2022-2024), along with a sound sculpture and a mirror installation. Inspired by mythological, historical, and contemporary female figures, the artworks evoke themes of survival, recovery, and resilience, with each painting acting as a chapter in a larger narrative.

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Fragments of Renewal
Oct
30
to 5 Nov

Fragments of Renewal

Fragments of Renewal is a captivating group exhibition exploring the profound themes of transformation, self-discovery, and healing. Each piece in this collection reflects on the ongoing journey of renewal—an evolving process that bridges the past with the future. Through a diverse array of media, including sculpture, painting, 3D-printed art, and mixed materials, the artists delve into deeply personal experiences of alienation, nomadism, relationships, and the ever-shifting nature of existence.

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Member-Led Vinyasa Yoga Class
Oct
21

Member-Led Vinyasa Yoga Class

Join us for a revitalising Vinyasa Yoga class designed to help you unwind and recharge in the heart of our creative community. This dynamic, flowing style of yoga synchronises breath with movement, offering the perfect balance between energising sequences and mindful relaxation.

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Playground - The Annual Exhibition by SWANFALL ART
Oct
3
to 19 Oct

Playground - The Annual Exhibition by SWANFALL ART

An annual exhibition like no other – a vibrant art carnival featuring an eclectic mix of works by both established and emerging artists. Hosted in our spacious, high-ceilinged white cube galleries, this immersive art experience offers 8 unique interactive installations designed to engage your senses and ignite your imagination.

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Time Mosaic: A Journey Through Art and Time
Sept
28
to 30 Sept

Time Mosaic: A Journey Through Art and Time

Immerse yourself in the interplay of time and art at Time Mosaic, a free exhibition featuring nine visionary artists from RCA. Witness the seamless blending of paintings, sculptures, and ceramics as they extend and reflect upon one another, creating a unique experience that explores the mutability of existence.

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September ASC Open Studios
Sept
27
to 28 Sept

September ASC Open Studios

Join us this September for the ASC Open Studios, where you can explore a diverse range of works by our talented resident artists. This event offers a unique opportunity to experience creativity up close, meet the artists, and discover the vibrant artistic community at ASC. Don’t miss out!

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GUM Exhibition: New Graduates Showcase
Sept
20
to 11 Oct

GUM Exhibition: New Graduates Showcase

Explore groundbreaking contemporary art from 11 talented new graduates of London's leading MA programs. Featuring innovative works that reflect the latest in creative thinking, this exhibition marks the beginning of these artists' professional journeys.

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The Eye in The Cave
Sept
13
to 17 Sept

The Eye in The Cave

The Eye in The Cave is a captivating showcase by Owen Edward Snaith that explores a rich blend of tradition and innovation. This exhibition presents Owen’s Spring/Summer collection, reflecting a unique narrative through bold, contemporary designs inspired by Scottish heritage and natural elements.

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Through The Lens: Diversity & Trust In Health
Jun
7
to 10 Jun

Through The Lens: Diversity & Trust In Health

This exhibition showcases the powerful and diverse perspectives captured by 100 young adults across London who participated in a photography competition. They were given disposable cameras and were tasked with capturing what trust in healthcare means to them.

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lingua franca: Adam.É, Phil Hale and Stephen Akpo
Jun
5
to 10 Jun

lingua franca: Adam.É, Phil Hale and Stephen Akpo

TM Projects is delighted to present a pioneering initiative bringing together the work of a fashion designer Adam.É and visual artists Phil Hale and Stephen Akpo, the result of an ongoing collaboration since the beginning of the year. Lingua Franca will open on June 5th as part of the 40th anniversary of London Fashion Week at the Handbag Factory, and will host the London Fashion Week Evening Event on June 8th.

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CANCAN
May
30
to 3 Jun

CANCAN

A group show of graduating artists from The Essential School of Paintings Artist Development Year. The Essential School of Painting is an alternative art school with a supportive artists community based in Wood Green, London.

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After
May
9
to 24 May

After

After brings together the work of artists who recurrently use the found photographic image, whether analogue or digital. In their engagement with the found image, these artists’ works touch on the subject of loss: from the familial, to the environmental, to the social and political.

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About Time
May
2
to 6 May

About Time

The exhibition "About Time" showcases a collection of paintings, photography, sculpture, film, and installations. Through a diverse array of media, artists communicate their encounters with transient thoughts and enduring truths, inviting the audience to share in the experiences of time, change, and eternity.

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Chemistry of The Blueprint
Dec
12
to 17 Dec

Chemistry of The Blueprint

‘Chemistry of the Blueprint’ brings forward curiosity about print's associations with industrial procedures, archives and use at the service of replicating information. Working beyond these perimeters allows them to embrace the disobedience, entropy and material encounter in the processes they work with.

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