March 2010
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Our guide to what's hot in London this month
Kate Moss by Ellen Von Unwerth
© Ellen Von Unwerth, courtesy of Michael Hoppen Gallery
The big picture
Follow the lead of Prince William and support the homeless charity Crisis by seeing A Positive View at Somerset House (10 March to 6 April). This extraordinary exhibition is a rare opportunity to view 100 works by the likes of Henri Cartier-Bresson and Mario Testino. Ellen Von Unwerth’s image of Kate Moss is a particular highlight, but also look out for work by homeless photographers who have taken part in the Crisis Skylight education project. If you fall in love with an image, head to Christie’s on 15 April where the works will go under the hammer to raise money for Crisis. apositiveview.com
Fresh as a daisy
Artist Daisy de Villeneuve is launching a range of candles alongside her new exhibition at Liberty. Perfect if your pockets won’t stretch to an artwork. £28, liberty.co.uk
A happy return
Following a £10 million transformation, the Jewish Museum opens its doors again on 17 March. This celebration of Jewish life is jam-packed with installations such as Yiddish theatre karaoke (presented by comedian David Schneider), and a traditional home with wafts of chicken soup. Plus there are important artefacts such as the 13th-century ritual bath, or mikveh, and an ancient English silver Hanukkah lamp. jewishmuseum.org.uk
