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fromHyperallergic
1 hour ago

Mark Milroy Sees, Remembers, and Imagines at Once

Mark Milroy's art uniquely blends personal memory with historical insight, creating a distinctive observational painting style.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
7 hours ago

'when I go to bed, I go to work': philippe starck describes a design practice guided by dreams

'When I go to bed, I go to work.' Starck describes dreaming as an active method in his design process, where sleep becomes a space for production and innovation.
UX design
Design
fromDesign Milk
4 hours ago

Aesop Presents The Factory of Light Installation in Milan

Aesop's new Aposē luminaire reflects the brand's minimalist aesthetic and is showcased in a unique installation during Milan Design Week.
fromianVisits
1 day ago

Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration confirms its opening date

The museum will display over 100 of Quentin Blake's original, rarely seen drawings, showcasing his theatrical influences as an illustrator.
London
fromItsnicethat
1 day ago

The magic of self-publishing and lo-fi production comes alive in Eloise Aitken's printed matter

I'm heavily inspired by radical print design, particularly of the 70s after the birth of the Xerox, such as Shrew and OZ Magazine as well as protest banners and zines. I love the fast-paced, imperfect, tactile feeling and I try to emulate this through physically editing my work.
Graphic design
Berlin
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 day ago

Dive Into the Future of Art: Discover Queer Unframing - KALTBLUT Magazine

QUEER UNFRAMING is a transformative exhibition celebrating queer narratives and challenging conventional art perspectives during Gallery Weekend Berlin 2026.
#milan-design-week
fromArchDaily
2 days ago
Berlin music

Salone del Mobile.Milano and Milan Design Week 2026 Open Across the City and Fairgrounds

fromDesign Milk
2 days ago
Design

Bang & Olufsen Brings the Outdoors Inside at Milan Design Week

Milan Design Week showcases installations that effectively combine sound and material, exemplified by Bang & Olufsen and Antolini's collaboration.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 days ago
Design

eat your dreams at nieuwe instituut's CIVICITY during milan design week 2026

Milan Design Week 2026 features initiatives that engage communities through food and design, emphasizing local involvement and sustainable practices.
fromArchDaily
2 days ago
Berlin music

Salone del Mobile.Milano and Milan Design Week 2026 Open Across the City and Fairgrounds

Design
fromDesign Milk
2 days ago

Bang & Olufsen Brings the Outdoors Inside at Milan Design Week

Milan Design Week showcases installations that effectively combine sound and material, exemplified by Bang & Olufsen and Antolini's collaboration.
Berlin food
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

Adam Albin Is Stockholm's Most Beautiful New Restaurant

Adam/Albin closed in 2025, but chefs Dahlberg and Wessman opened a new restaurant, Adam Albin, aiming for early Michelin recognition.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Martin Parr: Global Warning review the great photographer in all his gluttonous, giddy glory

Martin Parr's exhibition 'Global Warning' showcases his unique perspective on everyday absurdities and reflects a sense of impending doom.
Television
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'You're aware that this is the end': Home of the Year's Amanda Bone on watching Hugh Wallace in his final series

Amanda Bone stopped watching Home of the Year due to emotional distress from seeing her late friend Hugh Wallace on screen.
#art
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
Arts

'You have to step in and experience it' - artists on the rise of AI-generated art and the 'essential' gallery visit

Miriam Fitzgerald Juskova's exhibit combines paper quilling with mathematics, showcasing intricate art that engages viewers and emphasizes the value of handmade creations.
Arts
fromAnOther
1 hour ago

Dries Van Noten's Fondazione in Venice Opens with a Show on Craftsmanship

The Only True Protest is Beauty showcases diverse artworks emphasizing the human dimension of creation and the integration of digital tools in craftsmanship.
Arts
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'You have to step in and experience it' - artists on the rise of AI-generated art and the 'essential' gallery visit

Miriam Fitzgerald Juskova's exhibit combines paper quilling with mathematics, showcasing intricate art that engages viewers and emphasizes the value of handmade creations.
#ai
UX design
fromJonnyburch
12 hours ago

I love AI, but it still can't design for shit

AI lacks a critical eye for its own output, leading to poor presentations and accountability issues for users.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Philosophy

This is 160-million-year-old Jurassic clay': inside Es Devlin's bid to reshape AI ethics through pottery

Es Devlin's conference blends art, AI, and spirituality, fostering dialogue among diverse participants in a creative, hands-on environment.
UX design
fromJonnyburch
12 hours ago

I love AI, but it still can't design for shit

AI lacks a critical eye for its own output, leading to poor presentations and accountability issues for users.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

This is 160-million-year-old Jurassic clay': inside Es Devlin's bid to reshape AI ethics through pottery

Es Devlin's conference blends art, AI, and spirituality, fostering dialogue among diverse participants in a creative, hands-on environment.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Grayson Perry Has Seen the Future review some of these insights into AI are just mindblowing

Artificial intelligence's impact on relationships and society is explored through personal stories and expert insights in Grayson Perry's documentary.
fromItsnicethat
1 day ago

Daniele Castellano's vivid drawings are the stuff that dreams (and nightmares) are made of

Daniele Castellano's vivid drawings are many things: spooky, hyper detailed, fantastical and never boring. With imagery based on the mysteries of memory, psychology and bodily sensations, Daniele frequently engages with mythology.
Graphic design
#architecture
fromianVisits
1 week ago
London food

First look inside the new V&A East Museum

A new architecturally distinctive V&A building in East London features a sculptural design inspired by fashion and Japanese concepts of space.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago
Design

Building Lightness Through Glass and Frames

Architecture has evolved from a focus on weight and permanence to a pursuit of lightness and continuity between interior and exterior spaces.
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

First look inside the new V&A East Museum

A new architecturally distinctive V&A building in East London features a sculptural design inspired by fashion and Japanese concepts of space.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Building Lightness Through Glass and Frames

Architecture has evolved from a focus on weight and permanence to a pursuit of lightness and continuity between interior and exterior spaces.
Berlin music
fromwww.london-unattached.com
5 days ago

Wayne McGregor, Alchemies, The Royal Ballet

The Royal Ballet's triple bill, Alchemies, features Wayne McGregor's innovative choreography, showcasing Yugen, Untitled, and Quantum Souls with captivating performances.
fromArtnet News
5 hours ago

Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood Plot a Mysterious Art Show in Venice

The exhibition is titled 'No Go Elevator (not without no keycard)' and marks the duo's first showcase outside the U.K. The space in Venice will be filled with a mix of drawings and a large painting.
Arts
fromConde Nast Traveler
6 days ago

A First Look at the V&A East Museum-London's Most Exciting New Cultural Addition

"What we wanted to do was to make this about people. When I came into my role, it was exactly at the time that the pandemic began. We built a team, an idea, and a vision through remote work."
London
fromItsnicethat
3 days ago

Introducing It's Nice That In Depth: The Everyday Edition

In a world where ideas can be generated with a click, homogeneity is prevalent. The Everyday Edition seeks to uncover fresh sources of inspiration in overlooked places.
Graphic design
fromBOOOOOOOM!
3 hours ago

Artist Spotlight: Kelsey Shwetz

Light functions as a primary organizing force throughout the work. Domestic illumination, nocturnal lamplight, and mediated light from screens divide the image into overlapping zones of visibility and shadow.
Arts
#sculpture
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

V&A East collection review a dazzling wealth of inspiration to fire up the geniuses of the future

A new sculpture in east London reflects youth culture but risks oversimplifying individual differences, while the museum's collection celebrates cultural diversity.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

V&A East collection review a dazzling wealth of inspiration to fire up the geniuses of the future

A new sculpture in east London reflects youth culture but risks oversimplifying individual differences, while the museum's collection celebrates cultural diversity.
#graphic-design
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago

Miggie Bacungan's graphic design challenges the artificial flavouring of pop culture imagery

Miggie Bacungan uses design to tell stories, blending nostalgia with social commentary through vibrant, chaotic visuals inspired by Filipino culture.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago

Miggie Bacungan's graphic design challenges the artificial flavouring of pop culture imagery

Miggie Bacungan uses design to tell stories, blending nostalgia with social commentary through vibrant, chaotic visuals inspired by Filipino culture.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Curated chaos': Danny Boyle on the pop culture spectacular' he's bringing to London's Southbank Centre

Danny Boyle's 'You Are Here' celebrates 75 years of youth culture with a one-day immersive event featuring 1,000 performers at London's Southbank Centre.
#turner-prize
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Turner prize shortlist announced

Four artists have been shortlisted for the Turner Prize, showcasing diverse contemporary British art through performance and sculpture.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Turner prize shortlist announced

Four artists have been shortlisted for the Turner Prize, showcasing diverse contemporary British art through performance and sculpture.
fromHyperallergic
23 hours ago

Required Reading

This captivating photo depicts not an isolated incident, nor accident, nor allegory, but rather an ongoing war crime, underscoring the importance of not looking away.
Arts
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

London is getting a mind-boggling new illusion museum

The Museum of Illusions is opening a second UK location in London this May, featuring unique exhibits like a 'Ghost Room' and gravity-defying illusions.
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Philadelphia's New Art Fair Is Betting Big on Community

"I love the way that it allows me to connect as a gallerist with collectors and other artists," Galardi said of Future Fair over a video call.
Arts
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
3 weeks ago

"You Want it to Look Sexier," Said Marco, and We Have Never Felt More Scene

The Six salon in Mayfair offers an indulgent beauty experience across six floors with a focus on luxury and expert services.
Graphic design
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

How Aleksandr Loginov Is Redefining Design in the Age of AI

Recent design tools enable precise control, shifting designers' roles towards systems architecture and usability in creative production.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Alexander McQueen's Sarabande Foundation Has Opened a Cafe in Tottenham

Established by Lee Alexander McQueen in 2006, Sarabande is a foundation that supports creatives with scholarships, subsidised studio programmes, mentoring and events. Sarabande's Tottenham location features 15 studios and an exhibition space across two Grade II-listed townhouses, and now it's added a cafe.
London politics
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 day ago

Slags, bings and pipelines: Edinburgh landscape offers fitting backdrop for exhibition on fossil fuel extraction

Jupiter Artland offers a rolling programme of temporary exhibitions as well as 150 acres of Scottish countryside populated by specially commissioned permanent works by over 40 major artists.
Arts
#va-museum
Arts
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

From thoroughfare to treasure trove: V&A quietly unveils revamped Gilbert Galleries

The V&A Museum has transformed the Gilbert Collection gallery into a larger, engaging space that highlights its unique and eclectic objects.
Arts
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

From thoroughfare to treasure trove: V&A quietly unveils revamped Gilbert Galleries

The V&A Museum has transformed the Gilbert Collection gallery into a larger, engaging space that highlights its unique and eclectic objects.
#david-hockney
Arts
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A landmark free David Hockney exhibition is opening in London this week

David Hockney's 90-metre digital artwork 'A Year in Normandie' debuts at London's Serpentine Gallery this spring, featuring 220 iPad panels depicting seasonal changes in his French garden.
Arts
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A landmark free David Hockney exhibition is opening in London this week

David Hockney's 90-metre digital artwork 'A Year in Normandie' debuts at London's Serpentine Gallery this spring, featuring 220 iPad panels depicting seasonal changes in his French garden.
London
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago

For the first time ever, Tate is creating a garden for the Chelsea Flower Show

Tate Britain will showcase a 1949 Barbara Hepworth sculpture at the Chelsea Flower Show 2026, highlighting art's role in public green spaces.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

Sustainability charity Gallery Climate Coalition launches new consultancy to support climate action

"The idea for a dedicated consultancy arm actually predates GCC's launch in 2020. Right from the beginning, it was clear that while shared standards, tools and advocacy are essential, many organisations would require hands-on, tailored support to implement meaningful change."
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fromAnOther
3 days ago

Andrew Cranston's Paintings of Dreamlike Domesticity

Andrew Cranston's exhibition at Modern Art in London reflects his unique approach to landscape painting, influenced by personal experiences and memories.
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

Jule Korneffel Finds Meaning at the End of Light

Korneffel develops a palette for each painting based on research and intuition, paying particular attention to the paint's viscosity and its capacity for making distinct kinds of marks.
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#va-east
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Museums have a duty to inspire the creatives of the future. At V&A East, I've made that my mission | Gus Casely-Hayford

A stained-glass window by Tania Bruguera embodies community aspirations and reflects the evolving role of museums in engaging with local populations.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

The world's biggest gallery for illustrations will open in London in May - and it's just revealed its first exhibitions

The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration opens in May 2024 as the world's largest illustration gallery, featuring debut exhibitions on Blake's theatrical influences, LGBTQ+ comics history, and emerging artist Murugiah.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
6 days ago

Tom Prochaska: Through the Open Door * Oregon ArtsWatch

Tom Prochaska distinguished himself in many mediums: He was a masterful printmaker, an intuitive painter, a builder of papier-mâché figures, a creator of fused glass panels, and graphite-on-paper drawings.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

7 New Art Books to Step Into Spring | Artnet News

Casa Kahlo offers an unprecedented look into the famed Mexican painter's family home, Casa Roja, which stands just blocks away from Casa Azul in Mexico City. Kahlo would retreat to Casa Roja when Casa Azul got crazy.
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UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Museum's building plans too flashy, critics say

Proposed British Museum security pavilions and a Mediterranean lawn exhibit face conservation objections for harming Greek Revival symmetry and appearing "too flashy".
fromForbes
2 months ago

Brooklyn Museum's Latest Exhibition Blends Art, Fashion And Science

On May 16, 2026,Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senseswill make its North American debut at the museum, showcasing more than 140 haute couture creations alongside contemporary art from artists such as Philip Beesley, Rogan Brown, Casey Curran, Kim Keever, and Nick Knight, in addition to unique design and scientific artifacts. The much-anticipated exhibit, which will run through December 6, 2026, will explore how renowned Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen fuses various mediums of expression.
Arts
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Last chance! Three excellent London exhibitions close this weekend

Several major art exhibitions in London are closing on April 12, including those featuring Turner and Constable.
Arts
fromColossal
3 weeks ago

Explore Art UK's Digital Database of More Than 6,600 Street Art Murals

Art UK archives over 21,000 public artworks, including street art and murals, to preserve ephemeral experiences and document local history.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Porta Rocha are here to challenge industry standards and create seats at the table for designers

Porto Rocha demonstrates that queer, Latino immigrants can run a global New York and London–based design agency through high-caliber, internationally recognized design projects.
Arts
fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago

The Royal College of Art is offering two new courses focused on critical skills for a changing world

The Royal College of Art adapts to job market complexities by offering new courses to enhance creative skills for future career prospects.
Design
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Labubus to burkinis: V&A unveils updated 21st-century design galleries

The V&A's Design 1990–Now galleries reopened with 250 exhibits across six thematic displays, mixing historical and contemporary objects to examine design and social issues.
Arts
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago

The ten London art exhibitions we're most excited about in spring 2026

Spring 2026 features exciting art exhibitions in London, including major shows at new venues and highlights from historical and contemporary artists.
Arts
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Threads and textiles take over the Hayward Gallery in dual exhibition

Chiharu Shiota and Yin Xiuzhen's exhibition at Hayward Gallery features visually impressive artworks that complement each other despite their different styles.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Helen Legg appointed artistic director of London's Royal Academy of Arts

The RA is led by leading artists and architects, with the UK's oldest-and, crucially, free-art school at its heart. The opportunity to shape the RA's artistic programme and respond to its extraordinary gallery spaces, as well as launching the expanded Collection Gallery, is tremendously exciting.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Tate announces major David Hockney, Edvard Munch and Sonia Boyce exhibitions for 2027

Tate announces its 2027 programme featuring major exhibitions including Lynda Benglis and Edvard Munch at Tate Modern, Sonia Boyce retrospective at Tate Britain, and David Hockney celebrations across multiple sites.
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Cathrin Hoffmann "Sill" @ Public Gallery, London

Cathrin Hoffmann's exhibition explores psychological fatigue and information overload through monochromatic paintings and sculptures depicting figures in sustained tension, resistance, and existential weariness.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Gavin Turk Invites Viewers to Imagine What Lies Beyond

British artist Gavin Turk's new body of work uses partially open doors as a motif to explore time, space, perspective, and the psychological charge of thresholds between states.
Arts
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

One of London's most unmissable art exhibitions in 2026 will open this week

The Courtauld presents Seurat and the Sea, the first UK exhibition solely focused on Georges Seurat's seascapes, running February 13–April 12, 2026.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's about hurling yourself into the unknown': Charmaine Watkiss on turning a UK museum upside down

Charmaine Watkiss connects Caribbean, African and UK botanical knowledge and diaspora histories through portraits and sculpture emphasizing medicinal plants and ancestral herbal traditions.
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

How the Mayor Gallery Has Helped Define Contemporary Art for 100 Years

In the story of art history-the art and artists, movements and trends-a select number of galleries have played a defining role in the evolution and trajectory of art itself. Among them, the Mayor Gallery in London is surely one, as it has maintained a position fostering and promoting some of the most significant developments in art for an astounding 100 years.
Arts
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago

A brush with... curator James Lingwood

One of Vija Celmins's wonderful Night Sky works. Maybe one of her charcoal drawings of the cosmos, with a comet flaring across the surface. She conjures up such immensity, and such intimacy, with countless tiny points of light shining out of the darkness. Which cultural experience changed the way you see the world? In a word, Paris. After I left school, I spent several weeks working in Paris and discovered the pleasures of looking, on my own, for myself.
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