A wave of major solo exhibitions by prominent women artists is taking place across the UK in 2025 and 2026, featuring Emma Talbot, Joy Gregory, Tracey Emin, and Caroline Walker. All four artists share a formative educational background, having studied at the Royal College of Art (RCA).
The exhibitions highlight the RCA's historical and ongoing role as a crucial incubator for artistic talent, providing a space for experimentation and development. This collective moment underscores the institution's significant contribution to the UK's contemporary art scene and offers a focused look at the evolution of these artists' practices from their student years to their current acclaimed status.