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2020 Vision: Meandering Museums

Looking for a place to come in from the cold on a London winter’s day? Judith Schrut thinks you can’t beat a visit to one of London’s incredible range of small museums and galleries. Much as I love London and … Continue reading

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Food Glorious Food: Dinner with Dickens

The Charles Dickens Museum is set in the only remaining home of the beloved Victorian writer and social activist. In this renovated Georgian terraced house on a Bloomsbury back street, you can experience the sights, sounds and living spirit of the man, explore the family home of the writer, his wife Catherine and several of their 10 children, the furnished rooms where Dickens dined and entertained many famous guests and the working rooms where he wrote Oliver Twist and Nicholas Nickleby. From more than 100,000 treasures in the Museum’s collection, you can view original ma Continue reading

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Yayoi Kusama: The Moving Moment When I Went to the Universe at Victoria Miro

The Moving Moment When I Went to the Universe brings new works, a trippy Infinity Mirror Room and plenty of giant pumpkins and more by celebrated Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusama, to Victoria Miro. Continue reading

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Dorothea Lange and the Politics of Seeing

Whether this is your first exposure to Dorothea Lange (1895-1965) and her remarkable photographs or you’re a lifelong admirer, this is a must-see exhibition. I was surprised to learn it’s the first ever retrospective of her work in the UK. Continue reading

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London Art Openings | Cedric Morris: Artist and Plantsman

Art fans and garden lovers alike are sure to enjoy two exhibitions of 20th century Welsh artist and plantsman Cedric Morris, running concurrently at London’s Garden Museum and the Phillip Mould & Company’s gallery. Not heard of Cedric Morris? No, neither had I before viewing these shows. Maybe like the proverbial London bus, you wait ages and two stunners come along at once. Continue reading

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Eric Fischl: Presence of an Absence at Skarstedt, St James’s

An exhibition of new paintings by American artist Eric Fischl opens at Skarstedt gallery near Green Park Station on Thursday (1 March). The show examines the artist’s central theme (and title of the show, “Presence of an Absence” via seven large canvas works that provoke the more you ponder them. Continue reading

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Chris Levine Laser and Sound Installation at sketch Gallery

In celebration of the festive season, sketch has partnered with artist Chris Levine to create Silent Light – a laser and sound installation in its gallery. Continue reading

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Joseph Beuys’ Boxkampf at Waddington Custot

Waddington Custot gallery in Mayfair brings context to Joseph Beuy’s famed 1972 work of art, Boxkampf für die direkte Demokratie with an exhibition running now until mid August. Continue reading

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East End Mob at BSMT Space, Dalston

A graffiti-riddled Memory Lane cuts through Dalston with East End Mob, a newly opened exhibition at BSTM Space featuring works by some of London’s most influential and prolific street artists from the past decade. Continue reading

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#Paolozzi: Art, Beer, Pizza

Art, beer and pizza! It’s a triumvirate adding up to a good time, especially when the art is amazing, the beer is refreshing and the pizza is yummy. Coinciding with the opening of the excellent Eduardo Paolozzi exhibition at Whitechapel Gallery, the Scottish born artist’s namesake beer – Paolozzi Lager – is making artful headway in London. Continue reading

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Wiener Demeanour: Galleries, Art and Design

Schönbrunn Palace … St Stephen’s Cathedral … the Belvedere … the Albertina … even a cursory list of Vienna’s top attractions packs the sort of artful wallop that would delight even the pickiest of culture vultures. And by all means as many of these (and so many other) places should be included in any sightseeing itinerary of the historic Austrian capital. But that doesn’t mean visitors to Vienna must relegate themselves to an urban escape set only in the past. Continue reading

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Day Trip to Margate

Over Easter weekend, Kemey and I had a really fun time visiting Margate. It was the first time down that way, but it’s safe to say we’re both now keen to return. Already fans of a few fantastic destinations in Kent (Whitstable, Folkestone and Canterbury in particular), we were so glad to say we could add Margate to our list of preferred places within easy reach of London – about 75 miles drive or an hour and a half train ride from Central London). Continue reading

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Lucio Fontana at Newly Opened Tornabuoni Art, Albemarle Street

Opening just in time for October’s Frieze Art Fair frenzy, the Lucio Fontana exhibition at the newly launched Tornabuoni Art London gallery in Mayfair promises to delight the art world scenesters soon to descend upon London and to carry on impressing fans of contemporary art until the show closes in early December. Continue reading

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Running From Greenbaum: Andy Hollingworth Portraits at Snap Galleries

Two decades worth of photographer Andy Hollingworth’s portraits of comedians are on view now at Snap Galleries just off the Piccadilly. The show, Running from Greenbaum runs until mid September. Pop our head in for a looksee that’s sure to … Continue reading

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A Myriad of Marks: Dragica Carlin at Lollipop Gallery

Bubbles and bulk white walls greeted me, as The Lollipop Gallery provided its typical minimalist space to showcase the art. Set across two floors of industrialist space with plank wooden floors and the smell of sawdust, the intimate gallery has the feel of wandering into a painter’s study, rather than an exhibition of work. That personal tone was further set by there being no plaquards asride any of Carlin’s pieces, no Titles or information on mediums, a rare treat that invited guests to use their senses to understand and analyse the abstract works. Continue reading

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4 Artistic Reasons to Visit London Right Now (OneTravel)

At any given moment, there’s great art on view in London – and for whatever reason there are some especially amazing shows on right now. Here’s a look at four ace exhibitions I’ve come across recently that are currently running … Continue reading

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Frieze Art Fair 2014 Highlights

Planning a visit to Frieze this weekend? Here’s some pieces I reckon you should be on the lookout for. Continue reading

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5 Big Exhibitions in London Now (OneTravel)

This week sees the annual Frieze Art Fair descend upon London. With it comes a scope of art related activities and satellite events across town with some of London’s best known galleries taking advantage of this time of heightened buzz … Continue reading

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Brueghel, Titian and More – Exhibitions in Rome May 2013 (CheapOair)

A great resource for finding out about art related happenings in Rome is local website romaexhibit.it (with information in Italian and English about current and upcoming events). Here’s a heads up about two must-see exhibitions in a couple of amazing venues on now in Rome – compliments of romaexhibit.it – along with details on how to make the most of any art-minded visit … Continue reading

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Le Méridien at Frieze 2012

I just got back to my flat from a bit of an artsy fartsy staycation here in London. Spending the past few nights at Le Méridien Piccadilly as a participant in the hotel’s blogger outreach initiative, I was wined, dined … Continue reading

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Big Plans for Frieze London 2012 (OneTravel)

Frieze London 2012 will see a total of 170 exhibitors from 34 countries, thus making it the most international edition of Frieze London and confirming its position as one of the world’s leading contemporary art events Big Plans for Frieze … Continue reading

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Miami’s Thriving and Vibrant Wynwood Art District (CheapOair)

Miami’s Thriving and Vibrant Wynwood Art District CheapOair, February 14, 2012 The Wynwood Arts District is the epicenter of contemporary art for the Greater Miami area, arguably all of Florida and, at the moment anyway, one of the fickle art world’s most celebrated destinations … Continue reading

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London Gallery Hop: 19 November 2011 (Londonist)

London Gallery Hop: 19 November 2011 Londonist, November 19, 2011 at 14:50 pm This week’s round up of interesting gallery exhibitions takes us to Mayfair and Woolwich … READ MY COMPLETE POST: London Gallery Hop: 19 November 2011

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London Gallery Hop: 4 November 2011 (Londonist)

London Gallery Hop: 4 November 2011 Londonist, November 4, 2011 at 14:30 pm This week’s round up of gallery offerings around town (although it’s especially East London-y this time round) … READ MY COMPLETE POST: London Gallery Hop: 4 November … Continue reading

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Review: Frieze Art Fair 2011 (Londonist)

Review: Frieze Art Fair 2011 by Bethanyc, photography by Chris Osburn and Zoe Craig Londonist, October 14, 2011 at 13:31 pm The fair feels bigger than ever this year but perhaps a little less exuberant than in the past, undoubtedly due … Continue reading

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London’s Frieze Art Fair 2011 (OneTravel)

London’s Frieze Art Fair 2011 OneTravel, Oct 11, 2011 A must see event for anyone interested in finding out what’s what and what’s to be in contemporary art, Frieze Art Fair is one of the world’s biggest and most influential … Continue reading

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London Gallery Hop: 16 September 2011 (Londonist)

London Gallery Hop: 16 September 2011 Londonist, September 16, 2011 at 14:00 pm A selection of gallery exhibitions currently on show in London and worth making time to view. READ MY COMPLETE POST: London Gallery Hop: 16 September 2011

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London Gallery Hop: 9 September 2011 (Londonist)

London Gallery Hop: 9 September 2011 Londonist, September 9, 2011 at 13:00 pm Suggestions of shows to see in some of London’s smaller galleries … READ MY COMPLETE POST: London Gallery Hop: 9 September 2011

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London Art Fair 2010 (Londonist)

London Art Fair 2010 Londonist, January 12, 2010 4:23 PM Now in its 22nd year, the London Art Fair at at the Business Design Centre near Angel Station opens to the public tomorrow and runs until Sunday the 17th. Certainly … Continue reading

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Review: Affordable Art Fair 2009 (Londonist)

Review: Affordable Art Fair 2009 Londonist, October 22, 2009 4:46 PM If you’ve been to AAF in the past, expect more of the same. The good news is that means at least a handful of top notch London galleries are … Continue reading

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Early Preview: London’s Frieze Art Fair 2009 (Juxtapoz)

Early Preview: London’s Frieze Art Fair 2009 Juxtapoz, Wednesday, 14 October 2009 It’s that time of year again: Art Fair time! “This year’s Frieze Art Fair was bigger and bolder than in year’s past. Three hours of press pass previewing … Continue reading

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Gallery Hop Around Town with the ArtSlant Team (ArtSlant)

Gallery Hop Around Town with the ArtSlant Team ArtSlant, August 2009 The horrors of war and consequences of many of the Futurists’ demands are made clear in the exhibition, providing a relevant moral to a fascinating and well presented art … Continue reading

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Gallery Hop: Getting Around with Chris Osburn (ArtSlant)

Gallery Hop: Getting Around with Chris Osburn ArtSlant, August 2009 Aggressive, in your face and unapologetic … READ All THE REVIEWS: Gallery Hop: Getting Around with Chris Osburn

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Lazarides Rathbone (Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art)

Lazarides Rathbone Whitehot Magazine of Contemporary Art, June 2009 When all the proverbial chips are proverbially down, there’s still art: massive, glorious, in-your-face art. Indeed, with the recent opening of the new flagship Lazarides gallery in London’s trendily up-market district … Continue reading

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Gallery Hop Exploring East London with Chris Osburn (ArtSlant)

Gallery Hop Exploring East London with Chris Osburn ArtSlant, June 2009 … the constant struggle of folks who (whether global markets are on a high or a low) always seems to bear the blunt of it. READ ALL THE REVIEWS:  Gallery … Continue reading

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