Is there a link between mental illness and creativity? Art History seems to think so, often framing the artist as a tortured genius. There are […]
Year: 2018
Interview | Meet Ed Isaacs, the Black Country’s urban sketcher
I first came across the work of Ed Isaacs on Instagram, and immediately fell in love with his unique and calligraphic sketching style. Paul Klee […]
Higher Education | Stop selling arts degrees short by focusing on graduate salaries
Last month the Telegraph published an article announcing, ‘Which degrees could earn you the highest graduate salary – and the lowest’. The media is full […]
Art event | Reclaim Photography Festival | 3 May – 26 June
The third international Reclaim Photography Festival, Reclaiming Our Future, is coming back to the West Midlands from Thursday 3 May to Tuesday 26 June 2018. […]
Travel + art | Dubai: an art lover’s dream?
When I mention Dubai as a travel destination what do you think of? Famous skyscrapers and opulent seven star hotels? Fountain displays below the Burj […]
Meet 3 Birmingham artists challenging climate change
A growing number of artists have begun to explore issues relating to climate change and its effects, using their artwork to stimulate debate and create […]
Travel + art | A bike tour (crash) of Tuscany
“Before we get going, I need to explain my rules”. Ten of us, positioned atop rented bikes, are about to begin a cycling tour of […]
BE Festival @ The REP | Volunteering & host opportunities
BE FESTIVAL is back! Once again the festival – which turns the notion of conventional theatre upside down – is looking for volunteers and hosts. […]
11 reasons why | Birmingham is the best city in the UK for emerging artists
Birmingham is undoubtedly one of the best cities for artists to live and work in, The city, famed for its canals, curry houses and distinct […]
Unique art-related gifts under £30
If you’re like me, sometimes the best bit about a trip to a museum or gallery is the shop (closely followed by the café). I […]