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When you come to think about it (and one does when writing about it), the circle crops up all over the place in art and literature; perhaps it's the simplicity, perhaps the symmetry, or maybe just the symbolism of an unbroken line inside which...
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Henrik Vibskov seems to have one of those brains that can fire its synapses at anything - give him a ukulele and the sheet music and he'd probably be able to knock out a fair rendition of When I'm Cleaning Windows within half an hour. Pure...
Journal
Opera – an art form so traditional that any moves to modernise or popularise it runs the risk of looking like your dad buying hipster jeans in an attempt to look cool. Fair play to the Bavarian State Opera then for even trying, and extra credit...
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Welcome to the bonkers Wonka world of Allison Renshaw, who is currently exhibiting a collection of work under the umbrella title Better Than Candy which shares the sweet, sickly and sharp flavours and vivid colours found in the factory of Dahl's...
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Diverse Elements is a new exhibition showcasing new work by Kai & Sunny and Leif Podhajsky at London's Pertwee Anderson & Gold - the name highlighting the two artist's very individual approaches to a common theme. The artists also share a common...
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Letting fly with a volley of energetic new works, Eddie Peake's new show Adjective Machine Gun marks the first time the artist has put together performance pieces with static sculptures. The mixed-media practitioner based in London has plenty of...
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Comic Sans walks into a bar and orders a pint of Guinness. The barman looks at him and says: “Sorry, we don't serve your type in here.” You have no idea how long I've been waiting to use that typography joke, especially since it's my only one -...
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One can almost taste the flavours, feel the heat, hear the pulsating beat of the exotic climes from which Lynnie Zulu's art takes it's inspiration – Jungle Fever is a collection rich in tribal imagery, fruit and flowers, bold colours and shapes...
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David Ostrowski's latest collection is the kind of contemporary art that will have the more conservative critics shaking their fists in rage, but we like to let our readers make up their own minds, especially when we're fairly sure the artist has...
Journal
Yesterday we published an interview with illustrator Thom Lessner in which I wrote how splendid his balls-out primitive artwork was, I also took the piss out of his favourite band, The Darkness. This didn't go down too well, Lessner accused me of...
Journal
Occupying a peculiar space somewhere between the crappy band logos you used to scribble on your 3rd year maths text books and a pop-art genius suffering the after effects of a heavy night drinking JD and listening to Eddie Van Halen solos -...
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Taking its name from a fantasy-horror Ray Bradbury novel, which itself was inspired by a line from that most macabre of plays, Shakespeare's Scottish one we can't write the name of in case something bad happens, the collection of artistic works...
City Notes
A striking new addition to Prague’s culturally minded hospitality scene, Sir Prague opens its doors inside a meticulously restored neo-Renaissance building dating back to 1884. The latest venture from Sir Hotels, this sophisticated stay blends...
City Notes
Located in Copenhagen’s tranquil Østerbro district, Amator is an attractive new spot that blends the warmth of home dining with the refinement of a contemporary café and restaurant. The brainchild of chef Mateusz Sarnowski, better known as Mati...
City Notes
Bringing a sleek blend of Japanese-inspired aesthetics and high-fidelity audio to the heart of Williamsburg, Hear & There is the latest destination for those seeking an immersive dining and drinking experience. The debut concept from...
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Marking the opening of EMOP Berlin 2025, the Helmut Newton Foundation unveils Polaroids, a striking new group exhibition celebrating the art of instant photography. A defining medium of the 1960s, Polaroid photography was revolutionary, offering...
Dispatches
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent hours filming, editing, and posting content only to see it flop. Maybe you get a couple of likes from your friends and your mom, but the reach? Flat. And when you’re trying to grow on platforms...
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Traveling to inspiration and solitary places can refresh body and spirit. Artist travel spots are special places where peace and loneliness meet to generate innovative thoughts and deep introspection. As an artist seeking a quiet retreat or as a...
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There are awards, and then there’s the A’ Design Award & Competition: an institution in the world of design excellence, and a long time collaborator that we're thrilled to be working with again this year. Recognised globally as the most...
Dispatches
In the quiet moments between helping hands and heartfelt responsibilities, caregivers often forget one very important person: themselves. Whether you're caring for a loved one, working in a professional role, or juggling both, self-care can feel...