upcoming & past exhibitions
WEEDS, WILD OATS & OTHER STORIES
Aug 17th - Oct 12th 2024 / Grinneabhat Gallery, Bragar, Isle of Lewis
'Weeds, wild oats & other stories' brings together two artists - Christina Riley and Magdalena Choluj, who dedicate most of their creative practice and research to the natural world. On this occasion, they have shared a particular interest in the role and perception of plants- especially those which seem undervalued, or perhaps disregarded.
Looking into their cultural significance, representation in art and literature, local traditions, past and present meanings, medicinal and culinary uses, the artists hope to bring light into the curious characters of the selected botanicals through simple forms of expression, like pen and ink, or words on paper.
This joint literary and visual reflection on nature, expressed through a collection of botanical drawings, creative research, and curated writing, aims to build a platform for thought and knowledge exchange. An invitation is offered to the viewer to look at the living species around us, common and 'weed' alike, with a fresh perspective.
ORCADIA
Oct 14th - Nov 11th 2023 / Browns Gallery, Inverness.
A group exhibition with a collection of new artworks by Orkney Artists, including Anne Bevan, Ingrid Budge, Magdalena Choluj, Samantha Clark, John Cumming, Laura Drever, Colin Kirkpatrick, Rebecca Marr, Louise Martin, Frances Pelly, Sigurd Smith and Alan Watson.
TANG & WARE / ALGAL ART EXHIBITION
Aug 12th - Aug 23rd 2023 / Northlight Gallery, Stromness
A group exhibition curated by the leading artist- Rebecca Marr, with artworks by Ingrid Budge, Magdalena Choluj, Rebecca Marr, Alison Moore, Ami Robb, Dawn Stevens & Sarah Wylie.
PORTRAITS OF NATURE: BOTANICAL ART & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Jun 2nd - Jun 15th 2023 / Northlight Gallery, Stromness
A group exhibition offering a fresh perspective on the botanical world through artworks by Ingrid Budge, Magdalena Choluj, Rebecca Marr, Cat Moore, Robin Palmer & Frances Scott. Curated by Magdalena Choluj.
SOULISQUOY PRINTMAKERS - 40 YEARS EXHIBITION
Feb 18th - Apr 15th 2023 / Pier Arts Centre, Stromness
Soulisquoy Printmakers conclude their 40 Years events with this celebratory exhibition.The exhibition will include work by members and supporters, showcasing the wide variety of printmaking that is currently being undertaken at the organisation’s base at Stromness WASPs Studios. In addition, displays will include archive material relating to the founding of Soulisquoy; a focus on founder members and former artists in residence; and selected prints from previous folio projects that have been printed at Soulisquoy. As part of the 40 years activity, a series of limited-edition prints have been specially commissioned and printed by Soulisquoy from artists Megumi Barrington, Magdalena Choluj, Laura Drever, Colin Kirkpatrick and Brandon Logan, which will be launched at the exhibition.
2022 ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION
Nov 26th - Dec 24th 2022 / Pier Arts Centre, Stromness
The Open Exhibition is a highlight of the Centre’s annual programme and offers a chance to showcase the work of artists from across Orkney. Two of my botanical artwork became a part of this annual exhibition - 'Sea Mayweed' (40 x 50cm, original illustration, pencil and ink) and 'Spear Thistle' (40 x 50cm, monoprint).
IN THE WINDOWS - 'A CONVERSATION WITH FLOWERS'
Jan 21st - Feb 10th 2022 / Northlight Gallery, Stromness
Solo exhibition.
2021 ANNUAL OPEN EXHIBITION
Nov 20th - Dec 24th 2021 / Pier Arts Centre, Stromness
The Open Exhibition is a highlight of the Centre’s annual programme and offers a chance to showcase the work of artists from across Orkney. Two of my botanical illustrations became a part of this annual exhibition - 'Withered Ragwort' (A2 original, mounted and framed) & 'Kapok tree seed pod' (A2 original, mounted and framed).