Presented alongside our Picasso exhibition, Modern Magic in Print brings together some of the best examples of printmaking from the past fifty years.
The exhibition opens with a solo display by acclaimed British artist, Yinka Shonibare, whose prints explore race, class, and cultural identity.
Further works, ranging in technique, style and subject matter – from geometric patterns to an alpine landscape, scenes from literature, mythical creatures, portraits and fabric designs – demonstrate the breadth and variety of the medium. Visitors will trace the evolution of printmaking through some of the greatest artists working in the 20th and 21st centuries, including Anni Albers, Richard Hamilton, Michael Craig-Martin, Hew Locke, Antony Gormley and Rana Begum.
Your ticket also includes entry to Picasso: Printmaker
Modern Magic in Print runs in dialogue with our Picasso exhibition, one ticket gives you entry to both exhibitions.
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African bird Magic III, 2023 - Yinka Shonibare | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Yinka Shonibare
African bird Magic III, 2023 - Yinka Shonibare | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Yinka Shonibare
Modern Magic (in Pink), 2022 - Yinka Shonibare | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Yinka Shonibare
Modern Magic (in Pink), 2022 - Yinka Shonibare | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Yinka Shonibare
Kings & Queens 5, 2025 - Hew Locke | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Hew Locke
Kings & Queens 5, 2025 - Hew Locke | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Hew Locke
Kings & Queens 2, 2025 - Hew Locke | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Hew Locke
Kings & Queens 2, 2025 - Hew Locke | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Hew Locke
Holbein, 2022, Michael Craig Martin | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Michael Craig-Martin
Holbein, 2022, Michael Craig Martin | Courtesy artist and Cristea Roberts Gallery, London © Michael Craig-Martin
More from this exhibition:
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Exhibition Opening – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Fri 29 Jan 2027
Join us for the opening of our brand new exhibitions celebrating Picasso through print and modern printmaking.
Talk
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Gallery Tours – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Thu 4 Feb – Sat 10 Apr 2027
An insightful walking tour of our two printmaking exhibitions, with Head of Visual Arts, Ashley Gallant.
Talk
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Evening Gallery Tours – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Thu 11 Feb – Thu 22 Apr 2027
Join Head of Visual Arts Ashley Gallant for an evening tour of our three printmaking exhibitions.
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Exhibition Opening – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Fri 29 Jan 2027
Join us for the opening of our brand new exhibitions celebrating Picasso through print and modern printmaking.
Talk
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Gallery Tours – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Thu 4 Feb – Sat 10 Apr 2027
An insightful walking tour of our two printmaking exhibitions, with Head of Visual Arts, Ashley Gallant.
Talk
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Evening Gallery Tours – Picasso: Printmaker & Modern Magic in Print
Thu 11 Feb – Thu 22 Apr 2027
Join Head of Visual Arts Ashley Gallant for an evening tour of our three printmaking exhibitions.
Modern Magic in Print FAQs
This one ticket give you entry to two exhibitions, both showing in our Djanogly Gallery:
Picasso: Printmaker
Modern Magic in Print
You can also enjoy our free exhibition, Christiane Baumgartner: Portraits of the Moment in the Angear Visitor Centre.
We do recommend purchasing tickets in advance, especially if you’d like to visit at a specific time, at the weekend or during school holidays.
Your ticket allows you to enter within the hour, so if, for example, you’ve purchased a ticket for the 2pm session, you can enter the exhibition any time between 2pm and 3pm.
Please note: that if you have a ticket for entry at 3pm, the exhibition closes at 4pm, so we recommend arriving as close to 3pm as possible.
Yes, this exhibition is suitable for children; however:
- This exhibition does contain artworks covering adult themes. Please ask our team for further information prior to entering the exhibition.
- We kindly ask that children are always supervised.
- We have kids’ activity packs available. Please ask our team for details.
Photography is permitted for personal or research purposes. It is the responsibility of visitors to ensure copyright isn’t infringed.
Commercial photography, professional photography equipment (e.g. DSLR cameras) or the use of tripods or selfie sticks is not allowed.
Flash isn’t allowed – the intensity of the light can damage and fade delicate works.
Yes, we will ask you to remove rucksacks and large bags and carry them by your side.
No, food and drink isn’t allowed in the gallery – you will be asked to leave any liquids at the gallery entrance.
- Level Access: The gallery is located on the ground floor with level access from the main entrance.
- Mobility Support: The spaces are spacious enough for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. We also have a wheelchair available to use on request, please speak to a member of the team.
- Visual Aids: Large print labels are available for all exhibitions; simply ask a member of the gallery team.
- Assistance Dogs: Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the gallery and the rest of the Lakeside Arts site.
- Nearby Facilities: Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are located in the gallery building.
- Parking: There are designated accessible parking bays in the car parks directly outside Djanogly Gallery.
If you have specific requirements or would like to discuss your visit in more detail, you can contact the Box Office team at 0115 846 7777.