Pilgrims Gathering with Susan Hiller

Artist duo Webb-Ellis unveil their new installation An Empty Vessel under the gothic arches of the Nunnery Gallery. Revealing the experience of the pilgrimage Webb-Ellis led to an ancient well in nearby Valentine’s Park in September, the immersive installation will take the viewer on a journey exploring the hidden potential of the ordinary, surrounded by sacred water vessels collected by the ‘pilgrims’ who took part. Accompanied by music and shots shared with a hallowed vessel, this will be a rare gathering exploring shared place, memory and a journey through east London.

Inspired by Susan Hiller’s on-going Homage to Joseph Beuys series, which collects water from sacred or once-sacred sites around the world, the exhibition will also showcase a new cabinet from Hiller – a rare opportunity to see some of her recently collected holy water samples.

Artists Webb-Ellis will be present throughout the evening. This event follows the Nunnery Gallery’s winning of Museum at Night’s Connect competition.

Curated by Cinzia Cremona and Tessa Garland, Visions 2016 showcases over 100 international artists’ work through an innovative six-part programme, including artists Marina Abramović, Ori Gersht, Susan Hiller, Mikhail Karikis, Richard Layzell and Uriel Orlow. 12 events punctuate the programme, featuring live performances in the gallery, Carmelite Café and Bow Arts’ unique Victorian enclosed courtyard.