Tokyo 1955-1970: A New Avant-Garde at MoMA demonstrates a manifold of approaches to making artworks in Japan’s post-war period. The selection embodies radical dissent and new political visions.
Jane Edden’s Ornithomorph is built upon the artist’s fascination with the way animals are collected, classified and catalogued. She has adopted a scientific system of labelling and nomenclature.
The majority of David Shrigley’s work currently exhibited at Bradford 1 Gallery is drawn in pen. However, there are a healthy number of colour monoprints also on display. Until 19 January.
FACT Liverpool presents: Winter Sparks. Running until 24 February, this interactive programme of works is literally electric. Visitors can expect to experience a personal light and sound show.
Mariko Mori invites visitors of the Royal Academy to take part in “a prayer for peace and harmony for each living being on Earth” with immersive installations which reflect the artist’s Buddhist beliefs.
A pioneer of photographic art, German artist Floris Neusüss depicts the human form, nature, and aspects of domestication through his camera-less photographs. Currently on view at ATLAS Gallery.
The Shadow of a Doubt features seven works by Sandra Johnston. Their narrative offers a diverse means of observing, reflecting and responding to the specifics of place and circumstances.
Art for The World showcases FOOD, an international travelling art project. Curated by Adelina von Fürstenberg, the show focuses on the connection between food and environmental concerns.
Alain Rodier presents New Paintings in Series 2012, a new range of 25 works. Collating works from the past 12 months, they stand as the fifth major show that the Parisian has housed in London.
This unique exhibition at The Museum of Contemporary Art will be Anish Kapoor’s first major presentation of his work in Australia, and includes works from the early stages of his career.
Dan Flavin presents Lights at mumok. Running until 3 February, Flavin uses commercially available fluorescent tubes in standard sizes and colours to create a (literally) sparkling exhibition.
Jerwood Visual Arts has announced the five artists selected for Jerwood Makers Open 2013: a unique commissioning opportunity which recognises rising stars in the world of applied arts.
Martin Crimp’s newest play is being performed at the Royal Court Theatre until 19 January. In the Republic of Happiness begins with the unexpected arrival of Uncle Bob with a long message.
Thames & Hudson has launched a quest to find the best of the next generation of painters. 100 Painters of Tomorrow opens for entries on 15 January. This ambitious new project is initiated by Kurt Beers.
The title of Kate MccGwire’s major solo exhibition, Lure, is a dual reference to the ring of feathers used by a falconer to call and command their birds, and to the siren-like call of the work itself.
Art Theatre Guild is an independent film company that radically transformed Japanese cinema by producing experimental and genre-shattering films from the 1960s until the 1980s.
Paris-based artist Marie-Jeanne Hoffner presents a solo show at PayneShurvell. A Particular Portion of Space explores the contrary notions of fullness, emptiness, construction and deconstruction.
The Michael Hoppen Gallery will be celebrating its 20th anniversary in fabulous style by opening a treasure trove of private photography in the gallery’s largest public exhibition to date.
Shaved Ice, a new show of work by Jim Lambie has landed at The Modern Institute, Glasgow. Lambie references popular culture and draws his subject matter from music and iconic figures.
