We warmly invite you to drop in and visit Jemma Powell, our inaugural Artist in Residence, at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair on Friday 14 November for coffee and pastries from 9-11am as she paints the panoramic view from The Hanover Bar, perched atop of the hotel, to develop Time for Seeing, a bespoke artwork for the hotel's permanent collection.

The show will run during London’s Frieze, with a Breakfast Q&A on the 15th October hosted by Scott Wimsett and a Private View on the 16th October. Hosted at Roof Gardens Kensington, the show is a collaborative exhibition by British artists Jemma Powell and Leah Wood. This marks the inaugural show in the venue’s newly established gallery space. The exhibition presents a dialogue between Powell’s abstract cityscapes and Wood’s impressionistic landscapes, exploring how both urban and natural environments shape identity and mark the passage of time. 

Community Engagement

Beyond the gallery, Powell and Wood are collaborating with TimeGivers, a London-based charity connecting children and young people with their communities through volunteering. 10% of the exhibition proceeds will support the organization, and the artists will contribute to a permanent mural in Feltham, West London, created with students, local residents, and volunteers. 

Exhibition Details

• Dates: October 16–29, 2025

• Venue: Roof Gardens Kensington, 99 Kensington High Street, London W8 5SA

• Access: For further information or to RSVP email events@hccontemporay.com

Tracing Time offers a unique opportunity to experience the convergence of urban and natural landscapes through the eyes of two talented artists, while also supporting a meaningful community initiative.

In September 2025, Bradley Theodore brought his signature splash of color to Tokyo with a solo show at The Harmonyst. The exhibition tapped into the pulse of Japan’s thriving art scene, where centuries-old traditions meet fearless contemporary experimentation. Known for reimagining icons with his vibrant, expressive strokes, Theodore’s fused fashion, culture, and history in a way that felt both global and uniquely Japanese. The night drew an eclectic crowd, reflecting the city’s role as a crossroads of heritage and modern creativity.

In September 2025, Bradley Theodore presented his London solo show Reign of Fashion at Mayfair’s Clarendon Gallery. The exhibition drew a vibrant crowd and featured striking works portraying Marie Antoinette alongside contemporary fashion icons. Theodore also customised a Hermès Birkin, further blurring the lines between fine art and luxury fashion.

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