The 20th Serpentine Pavilion is designed by Johannesburg-based practice Counterspace, directed by Sumayya Vally, and can be seen in Hyde Park until the 17th October 2021.
In photos: the Serpentine Pavilion gathering space in Hyde Park, London Read More
Currently on display at the Hauser and Wirth gallery in central London is this striking installation by Phyllida Barlow, made up of coloured planks of woods embedded in concrete filled …
In photos: Phyllida Barlow at Hauser and Wirth, London Read More
Following on from last week’s walk along the south bank of the Thames, I returned to take a stroll along the north bank at low tide.
The north bank of the Thames at low tide: bridges, chains, nets and some mudlarking Read More
Lurking in a basement under the modern Walbrook Square development in the City of London can be found the remains of The London Mithraeum, also known as the Temple of Mithras.
The London Mithraeum: an underground Roman temple in the City of London – in photos Read More
Somerset House is hosting No Comply, a free exhibition exploring the phenomena of skateboarding and the impact of its culture and communities on the UK over the past 45 years.
No Comply: skate culture and community at Somerset House, London Read More
Large expanses of rocks, pebbles and bijou sandy beaches are exposed at low tide on the River Thames, and this is when you’ll see some people mudlarking – a phrase …
The River Thames at low tide: mudlarkers, sunbathers and bridges – 30 photos Read More
Fans of vintage neon signs should hasten their step in the direction of Leadenhall Market this weekend to see Electric City, an immersive technicolour production hosted by Gods Own Junkyard.
Last chance to see the neon lights illuminating Leadenhall Market, as exhibition closes on Sat 31st July 2021 Read More
First seen around Chelsea in May 2021, this large herd of wooden elephants recently took up residence in London’s Green Park.
A herd of 100 elephants descend on London’s Green Park – in photos Read More
I made my first trip back to the Tate Modern since the first lockdown cut in, and enjoyed a pleasant hour taking in the artworks on display. Here’s 30 photos …
In photos: a look around the free Tate Modern galleries, summer 2021 Read More
Running until the 8th August 2021, End Of A Century features over fifty early works by the controversial multimedia artist Damien Hirst. The free exhibition covers his formative years as …
Damien Hirst: End Of A Century – fascinating free exhibition at the Newport Street Gallery, London Read More
On the weekend, I spent an engrossing eighty minutes walking around the wonderful Art in the Age of Now exhibition at the former Fulham Town Hall in west London.
Astonishing art in an astonishing location: Art in the Age of Now at Fulham Town Hall Read More
Standing outside the John Lewis store in Oxford Street, central London, I became fascinated by the abstract human shapes that were being reflected in the store’s awning as people walked …
Oxford Street Reflections – abstract human shapes on a mirrored awning Read More
Winner of the European Museum of the Year Award in 2018, the Design Museum moved into its new home in Kensington in 2016, taking over the former Commonwealth Institute, a …
A look around the Design Museum in Kensington, London – twenty photos Read More
I recently visited the Dulwich Picture Gallery to “Unearthed: Photography’s Roots,” an exhibition which traces the rich history of photography via depictions of nature, with over 100 works by 41 …
Dulwich Picture Gallery and gardens – photo feature Read More
Only running until the end of this week (6th June 2021) is Rachel Whiteread’s Internal Objects exhibition at the Gagosian Gallery, located between Oxford Circus and Green Park tube stations. …
Rachel Whiteread’s Internal Objects exhibition at the Gagosian Gallery, central London – 22 photos Read More
I’ll be honest – I haven’t got the foggiest idea what Heather Phillipson’s installation at the Tate Britain is all about, but I can say one thing: it is bloody …
Art: step into the mind-blowing world of Rupture #1 at the Tate Britain Read More
Bright, colourful and a heap of fun, Philip Colbert’s Lobsteropolis at the Saachi Gallery in west London presents an eye popping feast of cartoon characters and paintings.
Philip Colbert’s Lobsteropolis at the Saachi: Cartoon lobster hyper-pop sculptures and paintings Read More
This is the spectacular sight of a herd of wooden elephants seen outside the Saatchi Gallery off King’s Road in Chelsea. The life-sized sculptures are on display ahead of being …
In photos: the roaming elephant herds of Chelsea Read More
Founded in 1901, the Whitechapel Gallery was tasked to “bring great art to the people of east London,” and it’s still putting on excellent shows to this day. Entry to …
Whitechapel Gallery – surrealism, sounds, social housing, films and wonderful art Read More
I loved this series of deconstructed road signs at the StolenSpace Gallery in Shoreditch. The exhibition by Dan Rawlings is called Give Way and features metal signs being reclaimed by …
Give Way: deconstructed road signs by Dan Rawlings at the StolenSpace Gallery, Shoreditch Read More
Here’s a collection of 25 photos taken around central London this month, taking in Vauxhall, the River Thames, Albert Embankment and the South Bank.
London street photography – 25 photos from central London, April 2021 Read More
Vauxhall is rapidly turning into a mini-Manhattan for the wealthy, with huge new tower blocks and luxury apartments punching the skyline. Here’s some photos taken from both sides of the …
Vauxhall at night – skyscrapers, buses, construction work and a Thames nocturne, Jan 2021 Read More
Connecting Chelsea in the north to Battersea on the south, the Albert Bridge was opened in 1873, and is now an English Heritage Grade II listed building. Along with Tower …
In photos: The fragile beauty of the Albert Bridge at night, south west London Read More
Once a vital London power station fuelled by Welsh coal, Battersea Power Station is now undergoing the full luxury redevelopment treatment, offering unaffordable apartments and “world-class bars and restaurants, interspersed …
In photos: Battersea Power Station redevelopment – luxury flats, trendy shops and security guards Read More
With London crashing into Tier 4 for Christmas, we’ve never needed a bit of seasonal cheer more, and this light show by the Southbank Centre certainly managed to lift the …
Neon art against a December sky: Winter Light at the Southbank Centre – in photos Read More
Here’s a series of photos taken last night showing a near-deserted Oxford Street in the rain:
Tinseltown in the rain: Oxford Street Christmas lights in a late night downpour, Dec 2020 Read More
Located within the campus of the London School of Economics in Sheffield Street, the World Turned Upside Down is a thought-provoking sculpture by the Turner Prize-winning artist Mark Wallinger.
In photos: The giant upside down globe in Holborn, London Read More
Unveiled last week, this wonderful light installation on the front of Tate Britain – which is currently back in lockdown – celebrates Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.
The incredible Tate Britain light installation celebrating Diwali – in photos Read More
I took another stroll around central London’s Green Park recently and captured some wonderful autumn colours. I hope you like them too!
London’s Green Park in magnificent autumnal hues, Nov 2020 Read More
On my wanders through Bloomsbury in central London, I was delighted to stumble across the beautifully preserved Woburn Walk, which oozed Ye Olde atmosphere in the late afternoon, autumn drizzle.
Stepping into the past: the historic Regency shopfronts of Woburn Walk in Bloomsbury, London Read More