The countdown to DIASPORA! ’26 has begun. Come to the next Artists Gathering to find out how we plan to collaborate with artists, facilitators and cultural groups. This session will… Continue Reading Artists Gathering on DIASPORA! 2026
Spike Island presents a major solo exhibition of new work by Phillip Lai (b.1969, Kuala Lumpur), bringing together a body of sculptural commissions that continue the artist’s exploration of the… Continue Reading RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
Spike Island presents Feedback, the largest solo exhibition by Nigerian-British artist, filmmaker and DJ Olukemi Lijadu. Developed through research in Chicago, Lagos and Bristol, the exhibition centres on a major… Continue Reading Feedback by Olukemi Lijadu
Lebanese artist Mounira Al Solh invites you into a vivid world where ancient mythology collides with contemporary experience. In this exhibition, she poignantly and playfully navigates a multitude of complex… Continue Reading A land as big as her skin by Mounira Al Solh
In this series of minimalist oil pastel drawings, curated by Rainmaker Gallery, Jason Wesaw reflects on reconnection, resilience and the healing power of return. Through subtly textured surface and carefully… Continue Reading Returning by Jason Wesaw
Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. This portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother… Continue Reading Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
Rooted in West African cultural heritage, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism, police brutality and censorship. The work in this collection reflects… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
Tune into Ujima 98FM on Wednesday 29 April, 2–4pm, for a very special live takeover show hosted by DAN artist and Chair, DJ Bashmal, plus guests. Settle in from wherever… Continue Reading DIASPORA! Takeover On Ujima Radio
Join Carole Nomessin, Elemental Medicine Woman, for this sacred fire ritual from the Huichol people of Mexico, loaned to the Western world as a reminder of how to sit together… Continue Reading Sacred Fire Ritual
The Snug, Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar, BS3 1TF Join artist BÓLÁRINWÁ for the closing of CRAZE WORLD, an exciting exhibition showing 7 April to 10 May. This intimate closing party… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD Exhibition Party
Diaspora Island gathers Bristol-based artists with roots across the world, weaving together perspectives on the human condition and the shifting meaning of home. Moving between folk tales, dance, and acts… Continue Reading Voices of the Diaspora
This hugely popular annual event gives you access to explore the studios, see works-in-progress, learn about different creative processes, and buy unique work directly from the artists. The family-friendly programme… Continue Reading Spike Island Open Studios
