What's on in Kingston this weekend
By Ellie Brown - Local Democracy Reporter
18th Feb 2022 | Local News
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Looking for something to do in the Kingston area this weekend? Here are our picks of the events and activities you won't want to miss:
Take a look around the Grade II listed former home of female sculptor Dora Gordine, built as a modern studio house in the 1930s to her design.
The three-storey home with spectacular views over nearby Richmond Park became a museum in 1991 and is run by Kingston University.
It is home to the world's largest collection of Gordine's work and also an an important collection of Russian art and artefacts acquired by her husband, the Hon. Richard Hare.
The museum also functions as an international centre to promote and support women creative practitioners and currently has Nadia Hebson as a fellow. It is currently open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays with guided tours taking place at 11 o'clock - places must be booked in advance.
FRIDAY NIGHT: [L]https://kingston.nub.news/e/rapper39s-delight-at-ram-jam-records[L+]Rapper's Delight at Ram Jam Records
Are you a rapper or lyricist? Ram Jam Records presents to you Rapper's Delight - an evening of live hip hop with headline artists, producers bringing new tracks and musicians to jam with.
Every month will feature set performances from local lyricists showcasing their music and flow. After the featured artists, audience members then have the opportunity to perform.
If you have lyrics or fancy free-styling just name the tempo. Previous nights have attracted everything from spoken word to beat boxing.
If you are an artist/ producer say hi- [email protected]
FRIDAY to SUNDAY: Kate Howe Debut London Solo Show Exhibtion: The Erotics of Power at 55 High Street, Hampton Wick.
For the first time, see Howe's complete cycle of paintings The Erotics of Power.
American artist and writer Kate Howe recently established her studio in Hampton Wick and describes her vbrant abstract paintings as "letters to Turner."
She states: "Almost always I paint about power and control. I am into the deep machinations and relational politics of my alien creatures–sensual manipulative beasts."
The show will run Friday through Sunday 12-6 pm for walk-in viewing.
SUNDAY: Ceramic Pinch Pots Workshop at Cass Art, 103 Clarence Road, Kingston upon Thames.
In this fun crafting session with professional ceramist and experienced teacher Jesse Crowther, you will be taught various techniques to create your own ceramic three footed pinch pots.
These cute pots make great gifts and can be used for trinkets or as condiment dishes.
During the workshop, Jesse will teach you how to create the pinch pots, attach clay feet and also demonstrate a range of decorative and printing techniques that you can use on your dishes.
Feel free to experiment with your clay, making as many pieces as you like, then choose your favourite 3 (one large and 2 smaller) to be fired. All pieces will be taken by Jesse to be kiln fired after the class and you can choose whether you'd like a clear transparent or crackly glaze.
Your beautiful finished creations can then be picked up either from Jesse at her studio near Kingston Bridge or from us in Teddington, or for an additional fee can be packed up and posted to your home.
Cost: £40.
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