John Patrick Byrne - A Big Adventure
A Big Adventure at Kelvingrove is the first retrospective of Scottish artist and writer John Byrne’s illustrious career for more than 20 years!
About John Patrick Byrne - A Big Adventure
A polymath and cultural icon, John has continued to work, paint and create plays on into his 80’s. This exhibition encapsulates the energy and excitement of John’s work and tells a little of the fascinating life he’s led.
A highlight of the show at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum will be a room displaying over 40 self-portraits, the most ever displayed at one time, spanning Byrne's whole career.
A Big Adventure, opening on Friday 27th May, will feature works from Glasgow Life Museums’ collection as well as institutions from across Scotland and private lenders.
Full price entry £7.50 / Concession £5 / Under 16's free
Tickets available to purchase from Kelvingrove shops.
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