G31, previously named Gallery 31, has relaunched as a project space dedicated to the work of artists who are a part of Somerset House Studios, as well as work developed through its residency programmes. Its new evolution will refocus its efforts on connecting ongoing work – at all stages of development – in the building to audiences, allowing them an opportunity to ‘look behind the curtain’ and to interact with the risk-taking work that’s flourishing within the building.
Open year-round, it hosts a programme of installations and durational activities, most of which are free to attend, as part of the wider Somerset House Studios programme. The work to be shown in the space will vary in its development from work in progress to final commissions and premieres with long-standing Studios’ resident Libby Heaney’s new VR installation, Heartbreak and Magic on 9th February. Exhibition Studio 01 will follow in March, presenting the work of early career artists enorê, Leila Dear and Ufuoma Essi, supported through a residency at the Studios. Curator Jareh Das will share a new collaboration with Studios’ residents in June. G31’s transformation into a space for experimentation reflects the ongoing mission of the Studios to support process and collaboration across artistic disciplines.
G31 opening hours from 9 February are Mon-Wed & Sat-Sun: 10.00-18.00, Thu-Fri: 12.00-21.00 and is located in the New Wing of Somerset House somersethouse.org.uk/g31
