Isabel Nolan: some fundamental forces

The first comprehensive solo exhibition of Irish artist Isabel Nolan's work in the UK to date. About This major touring exhibition comes at a significant moment in Nolan’s career as she represents Ireland at the 61st Venice Biennale (until 22 November 2026). This much overdue UK survey (her first UK solo show since 2017) encompasses works from 2005 up to 2025, and includes painting, drawing, sculpture, installation, photography and tapestry. Launching at Southwark Park Galleries, London, on 15 August – 1 November 2026, it then travels to Bluecoat, Liverpool in 2027. Nolan’s powerful work makes the case that art can go beyond merely documenting the world, asking us also to look to our place in the universe. Her interest in a variety of viewpoints; historical, scientific, and the spiritual offers a sweeping perspective beyond our present situation. some fundamental forces is co-commissioned by Southwark Park Galleries, London, and Bluecoat, Liverpool. some fundamental forces is generously supported by Culture Ireland, the Paul & Louise Cooke Endowment, Henry Moore Foundation and Arts Council England The exhibition will continue at Bluecoat, Liverpool (28 January – 3 May 2027) launching their centenary programme, celebrating their status as the UK’s first art centre, preceding the Liverpool Biennial 2027. Isabel Nolan is represented by Kerlin Gallery, Dublin. Read more Toggle Sculpture Mixed media Crafts Painting Installation Multi-disciplinary