“Finding ‘an ALO’ in East London is something like stumbling across treasure.”, say Lara and Greg, curators of a new show of his work this month.

Italian-born, Hackney-based painter ALO (Aristide Loria) returns to BSMT with BARDO, his third solo exhibition at the Dalston gallery. Often described as an Urban Expressionist, he brings drawn, pattern-rich portraits from his street illustrations into the gallery, working with brushes, paint, and pens rather than spray. His practice grew in public view—portraits that could be found on doorways and arches—and here they are grounded and approachable.

BARDO opens with a private view on October 2nd and runs through the 12th, presenting 33 new works made during the last two years. Taking its title from a liminal “in-between,” the show holds figures in a quiet pause, with city and nature edging into frame. It’s a continuation of ALO’s steady line between studio and street—precise mark-making, bright palettes, and a human presence you may stumble upon outside or inside BSMT.

Visit the Exhibition

“BARDO”. Opening, October 2nd, 6-9 pm

The show runs from October 3rd to October 12th, 2025.

BSMT Gallery
529 Kingsland Road
London, E8 4AR