“Queer” is a deliberately difficult term to define, as the very meaning of it is to blur categories and challenge norms. Broadly speaking, the label […]
Men Behaving Badly | Can we separate art from artist?
Yesterday I read an article titled ‘Tributes to Diego Maradona show how easily violence against women is ignored’. In it, Joan Smith points out that […]
The Art World’s Wife | 10 women artists overshadowed by their husbands
It’s no secret that the world of art is male-dominated. For too long, art history has ignored female artists, who have been eclipsed by men, […]
Top 16 | Books about famous female artists & their work
Female artists have historically been overlooked and ignored. However, the art world is making significant change, by shining the spotlight on women artists in group […]
10 incredible Black women artists you need to know
In 2020, Black History Month is more important than ever. Throughout history, the world of art has been dominated by the work of white men, […]
Brum’s Christmas gift guide for culture lovers
It’s lockdown 2.0, which means Birmingham’s museums, galleries and theatres have been forced to close their doors to us once again. But, looking on the […]
Day Barry: Painting Birmingham’s cultural fabric
From his studio in Balsall Heath, Day Barry celebrates Birmingham’s multicultural identity through brilliantly vibrant paintings, which blend a multitude of visual influences. His most […]
Starry, Starry Night | ‘Van Gogh Alive’ at Birmingham Hippodrome
OK, I admit it: I binge-watched the entirety of Emily in Paris in one evening. And it was deliciously trash. I know its description of […]
Interview | Ceviga Frahm on painting with her senses
Most artists paint what they see, but Ceviga Frahm paints what she senses. Ceviga has always integrated her synaesthetic condition – Extrasensory Perception (ESP) – […]
Exhibition | Steve des Landes brings drama to Messum’s
Liverpool artist, Steve des Landes, has landed a major show at Messum’s in London. It’s about time this powerful painter received the recognition he deserves […]