Join us in celebrating the launch of Aspex Portsmouth's Summer exhibition programme, featuring three exciting new shows that celebrate local voices and explore powerful themes of memory, place, and connection.
In Touch, In Ruin
Featuring new work by Hannah Buckingham, Harry Payne, and James Wylie, this immersive exhibition draws from the rich archives of the Mary Rose, Portsmouth’s iconic sunken warship. Through sensory-led “memory installations,” the artists reimagine lost histories, telling intimate stories through objects that challenge how we connect with the past.
Stories Held
A solo presentation by local ceramicist Hollie Thornley, this exhibition explores the idea of memory held in form. Hollie’s sculptural vessels speak of touch, time, and the personal stories objects carry, inviting reflection on how materials preserve our experiences and emotions.
Anchored in the Community
A collaborative exhibition that brings together artists, community groups, and cultural partners. Through movement, sound, material and mark-making, it explores how the legacy of the Mary Rose continues to shape collective memory and creativity in Portsmouth today.
Artists, creatives, and art workers are invited to come along from 5.30pm for a dedicated half-hour of networking before the public preview begins, and Port Coffee will be open throughout the evening, serving drinks and refreshments.
We hope to see you there!
