Have you heard? SUPA Gallery is launching an exciting ‘SUPA dip’ art postcard lottery. Supporters will have the opportunity to own a mini-masterpiece by some […]
Say hello to SUPA Gallery!
When was the last time you bought art from a gallery? Chances are, never. But ART SHOULD BE FOR EVERYONE. I believe that everyone should […]
Exhibition | Ikon Gallery transformed into giant garden
Two new exhibitions have transformed Ikon Gallery into a giant garden. Through paintings, film, sculpture and letters, Birmingham-born John Newling and Australian, Aboriginal artist Judy […]
Flower power | 2 feminist portrait shows opening in Feb
2 of my favourite contemporary painters are having shows this February 2020: Shani Rhys James and Kehinde Wiley. Both artists position women in traditionally decorative […]
Exhibition | Arthur Lockwood’s industrial watercolours at BMAG
A new exhibition of paintings by renowned Birmingham artist Arthur Lockwood (1934 – 2019) has opened at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (BMAG). The artist […]
Behind the Scenes | Photoshoot at Ikon
What’s the first rule of being an art blogger? You’re going to need a gallery-based profile pic. I’ve taken a lot of selfies since starting […]
10 unmissable art exhibitions in Brum & the West Midlands in 2020
2020 is going to be a brilliant year for art in the West Midlands. Birmingham will host some blockbuster shows, from modern master Cézanne to […]
Exhibition & Book | Eric Tucker: The Unseen Artist
When Warrington artist Eric Tucker died in 2018, he became the unlikely art sensation of the year. This former labourer, and self-taught artist, had hidden […]
16 current British art critics worth listening to
In today’s image-driven world, the role of an art critic remains crucial in unpicking, questioning and making sense of visual culture. Traditionally, the art critic […]
Instagram Artists | Is social media ruining art?
Is social media ruining art? It’s definitely taking over the art world, and especially Instagram. I have a love-hate relationship with Instagram. I love the […]