Choice: The critics

EXHIBITIONS

Emil Nolde The work of German Expressionist Nolde has had a profound effect on western painting in the 20th century. Following the career of this talented mystical colourist, from the early Biblical paintings to the work done while in hiding from the Nazis, this is an unmissable show. White-chapel Art Gallery, London E1; to 25 Feb

Now Wash Your Hands Exploring a subject which has engaged the attention of artists for 300 years, nine British creators investigate the domestic object. Look out for Hadrian Piggott's fetishistic video of the artist "washing" a sink (left) and the bread baked in knickers of Harriet Jackman. Arnolfini, Bristol; to 7 Jan

David Hockney has experimented with everything from photo-collages to fax machines, but drawing has always maintained its central position in his work. Here are some of the best examples of 20th-century draughtsmanship, united in an unforgettable exhibition. RA, London W1; to 28 Jan

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