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 […]
10 of the best children’s art history books
Looking to introduce art history to children? It’s never too early to start and there are some fantastic children’s art history books which can help. […]
Interview | Roberto Pagliarulo: Amalfi dreaming
In his 3rd solo show at Highgate Contemporary Art in London, Roberto Pagliarulo will exhibit 20 Italian landscape oil paintings and ink drawings, inspired by […]
Birmingham artists celebrated in British Surrealism show
It’s 100 years since the birth of Surrealism. The weirdest art movement of the 20th century, it’s most commonly associated with Paris. Salvador Dali, Joan […]
Exhibition | Roberto Pagliarulo: ‘An Amalfi Dream’
In his 3rd solo show at Highgate Contemporary Art in London, Roberto Pagliarulo will exhibit 20 Italian landscape oil paintings and ink drawings, inspired by […]