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Until 21 August
INSPIRED!
An exhibition of paintings, prints and sculpture by 16 artists who have been inspired by the City of Bath. With new work by winners and exhibitors in the 2009 Bath Prize and work by the judges for 2010. Milsom Place; www.milsomplace.co.uk

Until 22 August
Whoops A Daisy!
Inspired by the comedy of Jacques Tati, and the random and awkward movement of old clockwork toys, Ralph Steadman takes on the wonky world of clockwork. Black Swan Arts, Frome; 01373 473980

Until 27 August
Brian Rusher: Voices from the past
An exhibition by Corsham artist Brian Rusher featuring his mixed media creations inspired by ancient landmarks, cultures and artforms. For appointments, call: 07767 407841 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Richard Walton FRPS
This exhibition of 30 images is Richard’s first at the Royal Photographic Society and seeks to illustrate Richard’s enduring philosophy as applied to both silver and digital photography. Fenton House; www.rps.org

Until 28 August
Artists of Fame and Promise
Chris Bushe’s landscapes of the western isles form part of Beaux Arts Bath’s summer show, along with Matthew Draper, Jennifer McRae, John Bellany, Naomi Frears, Roxana Halls, Nathan Ford, Akash Bhatt, and ceramics by Richard Batterham;
www.beauxartsbath.co.uk

Until 29 August
The Evolution of Untraditional Papercuts
 A breathtaking exhibition of contemporary papercuts by three artists of Chinese descent, Lo Jhy Yen, Nie Chun-Mei, and Zhang Wenqing. Museum of East Asian Art; www.meaa.org.uk

Until 30 AUGUST
The Bath Show
This summer, Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries present The Bath Show. The finest collection of paintings, original prints and ceramics by young artists working in and around Bath, the jewel of the Westcountry; 01225 448121

Until 31 August
Tom Elliott Exhibition
Local artist Tom held his first Dyrham Park show in 2007, which was extremely well-attended. Don’t miss the chance to see him again. Dyrham Park; 01179 372501

Football Comes to Radstock Museum
An exhibition dedicated to Somerset football; www.radstockmuseum.co.uk

SUMMER IN THE CITY
An exhibition of paintings and prints by Nick Cudworth at his Bath gallery depicting aspects of the city during the lively, warm alfresco days of summer;
www.nickcudworth.com

Summer Exhibition
A mixed summer show of sea and landscapes, introducing west country artist Mike Service. Bath Fine Art; www.bathfineart.com

Until 5 September
THE ENGLISH MATISSE:
The first ever show devoted to the sumptuous Cornish and Provencal landscapes of Matthew Smith, one of the greatest British colourists. Victoria Art Gallery;  www.victoriagal.org.uk

Deborah van der Beek: Out of old Mythologies
Most of van der Beek’s sculptures of humans and animals have animated, rugged surfaces, vividly bringing to life myths and legends. Victoria Art Gallery; 
www.victoriagal.org.uk

Until 10 SeptEMBER
Al Greenall
A painter of contemporary landscape and figurative works, Al draws from personal and natural themes. Edgar Modern;
www.algreenall.co.uk

Until 31 OCTober
American Quilts
The American Museum at Claverton Down holds one of the finest textile collections in the world. 2010 sees a selection of its stunning quilts showcased;
www.americanmuseum.org

William Beckford, Sultan of Lansdown
An anniversary exhibition with portraits and objects on loan to the museum from private collections. Beckford’s Tower; 01225 460705

Until 12 DECember
The Astronomers’ House
This special exhibition at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy celebrates the amazing work of William Herschel and his sister Caroline; 01225 446865

Until 31 DECember
Turn of the Century
Included in the four linked fashion displays are 25 ensembles by Helmut Lang. Fashion Museum; 01225 477736

Until 9 January
The Diana Dresses
Including dresses worn during royal tours of Canada and New Zealand in the ’80s. Designers include Catherine Walker, Versace, Donald Campbell, and Murray Arbeid. The Fashion Museum; www.fashionmuseum.co.uk

17 – 29 August
Face to Face
A wide range of media, techniques and interests is demonstrated in wall hangings, panels, sculptured structures, fashion and accessories.
Walcot Chapel, 11am-4pm; www.stitchtextileartists.co.uk

21 August – 9 Sept
Eeles Pottery Exhibition
Selling exhibition of hand-thrown pottery by the Eeles Pottery family. Drop in any time between 11am and 4pm. Stourhead:  01747 842012

22 August – 5 Sept
Travel Memories
This exhibition, at the Red Rag Modern Art Gallery, evokes deep memories of locations near and far; www.bathartgallery.co.uk

23 – 29 August
Bath WATER
A summer exhibition of new work by maritime artist Annabel S Menheneott. Milsom Place;
www.annabelmenheneott.com

25 – 31 August
WHITE HORSES and STANDING STONES
Coming to Bradford on Avon for six days over the August Bank Holiday, an exhibition of original art inspired by Wiltshire’s chalk hill figures and Avebury’s megalithic monument; www.printmaker.mary-clark.co.uk

25 August – 1 Sept
Bath and District Society for All Artists Exhibition
Members of the group will be showing their work at the Mezzanine Gallery in St Michael’s Church on Broad Street; stmichaelsbath.org.uk

30 Aug – 12 Sept
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An exhibition of sculpture by the Widcombe Artistd, inspired by famous paintings. Milsom Place; www.milsomplace.co.uk

4 – 27 September
Air Tales
Bath gets cool! Brighton artist Graham Carter will hold his first solo show at Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries this September and will bring with him some of that urban cool, which is usually the preserve of our Bristolian neighbours. www.rostragallery.co.uk

7 Sept – 2 Oct
Beauty in the Beast
An exhibition of costume jewellery by Anna Tham; Bath Central Library, The Podium; www.thepodiumbath.com

11 – 28 September
Because I Love to Paint
A new body of work from Jessica Cooper RWA, including still life painted with her trademark understated clarity and minimalism. Edgar Modern;
www.edgarmodern.com

11 Sept – 21 Nov
Don McCullin: Shaped by War
The largest ever retrospective dedicated to the Somerset-based veteran photographer.  Don McCullin, who now lives in Shepton Mallet, is one of Britain’s greatest photographers. Victoria Art Gallery; www.victoriagal.org.uk