Showcasing over 80 works, including paintings, drawings, prints and sketchbooks, spanning from the 1960s until 2013, this remarkable exhibition presents a diverse collection of works, many of which have never been seen publicly before.
John Bellany (1942 -2013 was a prolific artist, obsessively documenting his own image through a variety of mediums. From his early student studies in the 1960s to the epic pictorial narratives of his later years, his works reveal his complex relationship with himself, his identity, and the world around him. This new exhibition spans Bellany’s entire career, providing a vivid and evocative portrayal of his life as he saw it.
In conjunction with the exhibition, there will be a rich programme of events, including lectures, talks, tours (including described and BSL interpreted) and workshops, all of which offer deeper insights into the artist’s work, his personal life, and his ongoing legacy.
John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture runs from 31 May to 28 September 2025 at the City Art Centre.
