Serpentine squares ( and some rectangles)

In contrast to the curvaceous summer house, the pavilion this year is all square-faced, open, cuboid modules bolted together in to a soaring curve.

A performance artist is needed to set up some contrasting vignettes in those square openings.

Serpentine curves

Great photo opportunities at the Serpentine summer houses today

Exhibitions to lift the spirits

October Gallery, until 30th July, Eddy Kamauanga Ilunga.  Very thought-provoking use of circuit diagrams on the human body, and fantastic depiction of African fabrics.

Morley College, textiles foundation until 7th July, wonderful work by all students, beautifully staged, and with a chance to pore over sketchbooks.

 Debora Jedwab

Nikki Sims

Bridged Hall

Margaret Scott

Liz Clamp

Textile Alchemy, Waterloo Art Centre, until 02 July, where the influence of new Morley tutor with an interest in dyes form natural materials is very evident.