Journal
If you owned a teddy bear when you were a child, this might be uncomfortable viewing. If you still own a teddy bear (get some help and) look away now. Bert has hit the skids, begging for change on Sesame Street with a three-day beard and a bottle...
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Commissioned by Audi to celebrate the launch of their new Audi City "cyberstore" in London's Piccadilly I was lucky enough to attend the unveiling of Chris Cunningham's latest work. Housed in a rather masculine and futuristic lab, the 'store' is...
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Graduating just three years ago, Brighton-based designer Kyle Bean can already count BBC, Hermes, Wallpaper*, Gucci, GQ, The New York Times and Time amongst his clients. Fair to say things are going well for the young craftsman then. Collaborating...
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Having worked for many years as a graphic designer - collaborating with the likes of Channel 4, BBC2 and Channel 5 - Daniel Eatock's coalescence of art, photography and sculpture has a graphic quality that sets it apart from that of his...
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Steven Quinn is a young Belfast-born artist with a strong DIY aesthetic, his (literally) cut and paste collages channelling the good old days of punk rock, fanzines and self-released 7" singles. A compulsive photographer too, Quinn also finds time...
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The Liberate Tate collective donated a little 'Gift' to the Tate Modern this gone Saturday 7th July. The part protest, part art gift was another attempt by the protestors/artists to liberate the Tate group from its apparently unavoidable attachment...
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David Gwyther, aka Death Spray Custom, is a man of few words when it comes to his art - "pictures speak better than words, best check out the website" reads his Twitter bio - but, like the man says, when your visuals are this hard-hitting; who needs...
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An obsolete relic of our not-too-distant past, the 3 ½" floppy disk is a fascinating insight into digital progression - imagine how far 1.44mb would get you these days? Informed by consumerism, technology, identity and cyberculture in...
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Channelling all that is deliriously eccentric in British heritage, London-based artist Charlotte Cory throws together Victoriana and taxidermy to deft (and, at times, unsettling) effect. Cricket playing kangaroos, medal-laden parrot cyclists......
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Every now and then you come across a work of art that stops you in your tracks. It grabs you by the throat, screams "look at me" in your face, and you're lucky to get away without the bugger nutting you one. Mike Hewson's Homage To The Lost Spaces...
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A British creative that should need little, or no, introduction; Kate Moross is one of the UK's hottest design talents, working with clients from Bape to Nokia, The Guardian to Kiehl's, her work adorns record covers, magazine covers, trainers,...
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Having recently graduated from Bath School of Art and Design, young illustrator Steph Winton is an up-and-coming British creative with a bright future ahead of her. With a penchant for the whimsical, mischievous and charming naivety, Winton's fresh...
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...
The Edit
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
Bingo is much more than a game, it is a social activity that has been bringing people together for generations. The game dates all the way back to 16th century Italy where it evolved from a lottery style game. Now in the modern day, millions of...
Dispatches
When it comes to fire safety, proper storage of fire extinguishers is just as important as having them available in the first place. A common question among facility managers, construction site supervisors, and safety professionals is: can fire...
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...
Dispatches
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...