Royal Academy of Arts

Our colourful, career-spanning Michael Craig-Martin exhibition closes its doors today. From early experimental sculptures to a new 360-degree digital installation, what was your favourite part? We would like to thank our Lead Supporter BNP Paribas, and The Blavatnik Family Foundation, Batia and Idan Ofer and The Michael Craig-Martin Supporters Circle.

'Tis the season of office parties and organised fun. When conversation lulls we’ve got you covered. Download our art general knowledge quiz sheet and try it on your unsuspecting colleagues. https://roy.ac/8zktslik

"I admit it: I have often gone to the shop before the exhibition." We're celebrating the joys of the gallery gift shop this week. Literary critic and cultural historian Alexandra Harris tracks our enduring love affair with the gallery shop – from eighteenth-century tea cups to postcards in space. Read more: https://roy.ac/jgdk3odm

On 30th October, we were thrilled to host an exclusive Rocket Private View at the Royal Academy of Arts, in partnership with Rocket Food . This special event, set against the backdrop of Michael Craig-Martin’s remarkable retrospective, brought together key corporate supporters and event professionals for an evening of art, networking, and exceptional hospitality.    The Royal Academy’s stunning spaces, combined with Rocket’s premium catering, made for a truly memorable night.    Looking for a venue to elevate your next corporate event? Corporate supporters of the Royal Academy enjoy exclusive access to our world-class exhibitions for private views with breakfasts, dinners, receptions and more. Get in touch with the Corporate Partnerships team by messaging  corporate.partnerships@royalacademy.org.uk to find out more.   With thanks to Rocket, Event Concept, Gusbourne, Drinks Fusion London, Joneshire, Velvet Living Ltd., TDC Cordless Lighting and DJ Ollie.   #CorporateEvents #RoyalAcademyOfArts #MichaelCraigMartin #EventProfs #CorporateHospitality #LondonEvents

Now open: Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael, Florence, c. 1504 Marvel at some of the finest examples of Italian Renaissance drawing alongside the UK's only marble sculpture by Michelangelo. https://lnkd.in/dKd2rdvQ With thanks to our supporters Rocco Forte Hotels, The Huo Family Foundation, Christian Levett and Musée FAMM, The Magic Trust and David and Molly Lowell Borthwick. Exhibition organised by the Royal Academy of Arts, London, in partnership with Royal Collection Trust and the National Gallery, London.

Entangled Pasts, 1768–now: Art, Colonialism and Change has been shortlisted for Apollo's exhibition of the year. Thank you to all the artists, curators, RA staff and contractors who helped us realise this important and ambitious exhibition. https://lnkd.in/eDkvMByB

The RA’s Development department plays a vital role in the success and growth of the Royal Academy of Arts as a dynamic and independent institution. We currently have an exciting opportunity within our Patrons team, for a Head of Patrons (Maternity Cover) to ensure the strategic and innovative growth of the RA’s celebrated Patrons scheme. Head to our website to find out more: https://roy.ac/vkwt1dcr

This year’s RA Architecture Prize winner is Cris Ballester Parets. Ballester Parets represents the remarkable collective research and production of bioregional social housing on the Balearic Islands between 2019-23. Her team developed an extraordinary model for building equitably, working with an array of stakeholders. Join us next week, on 29 October, to hear from Marta Peris (PERIS+TORAL), as she reflects on the work commissioned by Ballester Parets, and explores the work that inspired the jury. An in-person ticket includes a drinks reception after the lecture, hosted in the Senate Room and Collections Gallery. Please note that the lecture will be delivered in Spanish with translation. https://lnkd.in/dtuMhkrq

This is our campaign to highlight the value of art in our schools. The four statements, which are currently plastered on billboards across London, speak to our concerns that art is being squeezed out of the school curriculum and devalued as a subject, all at a time when the need for creative and divergent thinking has never been greater. If you think imagination is worth teaching, share this campaign and add your support below. Art is a serious subject. https://roy.ac/746us0l6

Meet the architects reimagining the future of architecture: the 2024 RA Dorfman Prize nominees. b+ Salima Naji TEN studio Livyj Bereh These diverse practices from Germany, Morocco, Switzerland and Ukraine tackle some of the most pressing issues in architecture today – from rebuilding after war, to challenging legislation. The winner will be announced at the RA Dorfman Prize Ceremony on 31 October – book your ticket: https://roy.ac/1mnkejxz