Events

The Painted Picnic

June 10 - September 14, 2025 | 1 Ropemaker Street, London, United Kingdom

A man sits in front of a colorful public art installation featuring bold, cartoon-like figures and vibrant floral designs. The artwork uses thick black outlines and bright, saturated colors. The man is casually dressed in a patterned shirt and green shorts, blending with the playful, expressive aesthetic of the scene.
Painted Picnic EDITORIAL USE ONLY Artist John Booth at ‘The Painted Picnic’ his artwork, commissioned by Brookfield Properties as part of its arts and culture programme taking place across the capital this summer, on display at Citypoint Plaza, London, from June to September. Issue date: Monday June 16, 2025. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: David Parry/PA Media Assignments (David Parry/PA Media Assignments/PA)

A Summer Pavilion by John Booth

A vibrant, larger-than-life installation transforming Citypoint into a colourful retreat for relaxation, interaction, and creativity. Inspired by the London Festival of Architecture 2025 theme, “Voices”, John Booth’s bold still-life composition features hand-painted figures, oversized fruit, and abstract landscapes.

At its heart, a towering figure sits at a table, surrounded by everyday objects, reimagining urban life through art. Beneath this towering figure, the table transforms into a pavilion, unfolding into a second, playful setting filled with objects inspired by office desks and everyday lunches - fruit, sandwiches, and the familiar detritus of urban life.

Visitors can explore and interact with these objects, navigating a giant still-life scene, where furniture becomes both sculpture and seating. The installation has a dollhouse-like aesthetic, resembling a stage set - some elements appear moveable, yet remain fixed, creating a whimsical tension between reality and illusion.

A colorful public art installation featuring bold, cartoon-like figures and vibrant floral designs. The artwork uses thick black outlines and bright, saturated colors.
Painted Picnic EDITORIAL USE ONLY General view of ‘The Painted Picnic’ by artist John Booth, commissioned by Brookfield Properties as part of its arts and culture programme taking place across the capital this summer, on display at Citypoint Plaza, London, from June to September. Issue date: Monday June 16, 2025. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: David Parry/PA Media Assignments (David Parry/PA Media Assignments/PA)

Originally conceived as a cardboard model in Booth’s studio, the pavilion has evolved into an immersive, theatrical environment.

Throughout Summer 2025, the pavilion will host curated events, live music, and public gatherings, sparking conversation and creativity in the heart of the city: Summer Sounds Busking (Every Wednesday | 12 - 2 PM) & The Summer Sounds Music Festival (30 June - 3 July): https://www.brookfieldproperties.com/en/our-approach/events/2025/06/03/summer-sounds-music-festival/.

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