Press ReleaseFor immediate use

9 October 2008

Fresh Out of the Box:Interventions in the Garman Ryan Collection14 October 2008 – 14 October 2009

The New Art Gallery Walsall

The New Art Gallery Walsall contains two permanent collections of art. The

Garman Ryan Collection was given to Walsall in 1972 by Lady Kathleen Epstein

and is on display in the gallery in a series of themed rooms. The Permanent

Collection is kept mostly in storage and was started by Walsall Council in 1892 as

part of their vision to give the town access to culture. This collection continues to

develop today.

This exhibition, Fresh Out of the Box, presents the first chance to see new art

works acquired by The New Art Gallery Walsall. Displayed within the Garman Ryan

Collection, the contemporary works give a new twist to the thematic display. Their

presence enables us to make sometimes surprising connections between past and

current artistic interests.

Jo Digger, Collections Curator at The New Art Gallery Walsall says “Fresh Out of

Box showcases a wide selection of works from our permanent collection enabling

visitors to see a range of contemporary works within the context of the Garman

Ryan collection thematic display. These ‘interventions’ enliven the Garman Ryan

Collection and by casting a different light on existing works and by making links

with old and new ideas and preoccupations”.

There are 23 exhibits displayed on two floors and a free exhibition guide. Free

Garman Ryan Collection talks take place every Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm.

Admission to the gallery is free.

Exhibiting artists:

Artists Anonymous, Gillian Ayres, Peter Callesen, Gordon Cheung, Martin Creed,

Ceal Floyer, Richard Hamilton, Günther Herbst, Andrew Jackson, Christopher Le

Brun, Hew Locke, Sarah Lucas, Tim Maguire, Matt and Ross, Cildo Meireles,

Eduardo Paolozzi, Marc Quinn, George Shaw, Gavin Turk, David Ward, John

Wood and Paul Harrison, Richard Wentworth, Catherine Yass.

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Notes to Editors

PhotocallPhotocall with Jo Digger, Collections Curator on Tuesday 14 October at 11am.

Interviews For interview opportunities with Jo Digger, Collections Curator and for further

information, please contact the Marketing team on 01922 654402, or email Chris

Wilkinson on wilkinsonc@walsall.gov.uk

The New Art Gallery Walsall is run and maintained by Walsall Council and also receives

significant financial support from Arts Council England. The gallery is open Monday to

Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm and admission is free.

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