Sahara Longe’s Dreamscapes Emerge at Arnolfini in a Stunning Bristol Debut

Step into a world where dreams, memories, and family histories converge on the canvas. British artist Sahara Longe has unveiled her first-ever solo institutional exhibition, “The Other Side of the Mountain,” at Bristol’s renowned contemporary arts center, Arnolfini. This landmark show offers a captivating look into Longe’s unique artistic vision, presenting a collection of new figurative paintings that are both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Running until September 28, 2025, the exhibition showcases Longe’s distinctive style, which marries classical techniques with a modern sensibility. Having honed her skills in Florence, she employs a rich, deep-toned palette to render her figures in simplified, powerful forms. The works on display navigate the delicate line between the real and the imagined, drawing inspiration from the artist’s own life and subconscious.

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The exhibition’s title is inspired by one of its standout pieces, “The Yellow Dress” (2025). This large-scale painting is a compelling exploration of our alternate selves—the people we could be, the lives we might lead. It serves as a gateway into the show’s central theme: a journey into the unseen, the unknown, and the “other side” of our own realities.

For anyone seeking a profound and visually arresting experience, Sahara Longe’s “The Other Side of the Mountain” is a must-see. It is a powerful debut that solidifies her position as a compelling new voice in contemporary art.

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