Described as a “riveting, rapturous exploration of the enigmatic and prolific photographer,” this retrospective in central London provides a fascinating insight into the mind of the legendary Japanese photographer, Daido …
Daido Moriyama: A Retrospective at the Photographer’s Gallery, London Read More
I’ve regularly made the trip up to Regent’s Park in late October to catch the glorious autumnal shades along The Boardwalk in the south side of the park. This year, …
In photos: the beautiful yellows and browns of London’s Regent’s Park in autumn Read More
One of the highlights of autumn in London is getting to visit the annual free public art exhibition in Regent’s Park. Running until Sunday, 29th October, this year’s Frieze Sculpture …
Frieze Sculpture 2023: A walk around the remarkable open air sculptures in Regent’s Park, London, October 2023 Read More
On Saturday, 21st October 2023, over 100,000 people took part in a March For Palestine in central London, which ended in a rally new Downing Street. Urban75 regular Gramsci was …
In photos: over 100,000 people join the March For Palestine in London, Sat 21st October 2023 Read More
Here’s a short series of photos showing West End theatres on a rainy evening. Above can be seen St Martin’s Theatre, which is showing The Mousetrap, the longest running straight …
In photos: London’s West End theatres in the rain at night Read More
The Centre for British Photography is proving to be an excellent addition to the London gallery scene, going some way to compensate for the loss of the Getty Images Gallery …
In photos: Landscape Trauma at the Centre for British Photography, Piccadilly, London Read More
The Carl Kostyál gallery is currently showing the outstanding exhibition ‘Look but don’t touch’, by the young artist Callum Eaton.
In photos: Look But Don’t Touch – photorealistic art by Callum Eaton at the Carl Kostyál gallery in Mayfair, London, September 2023 Read More
Now in its final week, this free David Bowie exhibition in the Kingston Museum provides a fascinating insight into when the Ziggy Stardust character was first unveiled to the world.
Last chance to visit the Bowie & Beyond Ziggy Stardust exhibition in Kingston, London Read More
Easily one of my favourite exhibitions of the year, Finnegans Wake by German artist Anselm Kiefer was a true assault on the senses, like waking up in someone’s chaotic and …
In photos: Finnegans Wake by Anselm Kiefer at the White Cube Gallery, London, August 2023 Read More
It had been a while since I took a stroll under the River Thames in the Woolwich Foot Tunnel, so here’s some photos from a recent visit.
In photos: A walk under the River Thames in the Woolwich Foot Tunnel Read More
Inspired by artist Otobong Nkanga’s suggestion that ‘caring is a form of resistance,’ the Dear Earth exhibition at the Hayward Gallery brings together 15 artists from around the world. Exploring …
In photos: Dear Earth exhibition at the Hayward Gallery – runs until 3rd Sept 2023 Read More
There’s not much time left to catch this wonderful exhibition by Jessica Brox at the Fitzrovia Gallery in central London, as it closes this Sunday, 23rd July 2023.
Jessica Brox – Coming out of the Doll House at the Fitzrovia Gallery, London until 23rd July 2023 Read More
A short walk from the former North Woolwich station can be found the remans of the North Woolwich Pier, which was built in the mid-1800s by the Eastern Counties Railway …
In photos: the long abandoned North Woolwich Pier on the River Thames Read More
Described by New York Times art critic Hilton Kramer as ‘the most famous unknown photographer in America,’ the first UK solo exhibition of Evelyn Hofer is currently on display at …
Evelyn Hofer at the Photographers’ Gallery – see the work of ‘the most famous unknown photographer in America’ Read More
The courtyard at Somerset House on the Strand is well worth visiting at the moment, with Malta and Türkiye showcasing creative works as part of the London Design Biennale 2023.
London Design Biennale and Somerset House – creative works representing Malta and Türkiye, June 2023 Read More
These were the scenes by the South Bank yesterday as a group of 15 people performed a ceremony at low tide.
In photos: a curious ceremony on the sandy banks of the River Thames by the South Bank Read More
I’d forgotten what a cracking little performer the Olympus 9mm-18mm wide angle lens is, so over the past few days I’ve been using it as I walk around central London. …
London photos: 25 images shot with the nifty little Olympus 9mm-18mm wide angle lens Read More
Mayday has been a celebration of life, renewal and pleasure since ancient times. and in the 2000s large anti-capitalist marches and protests took place on this day in London. Here’s …
In photos: Mayday march and protests in central London, May 2003 Read More
Following on from Mayday protests in 2000 and 2001, the 2002 event was billed as a “festival against work, want and denial, and a vision of freedom and plenty throughout …
Archive protest photos: Mayday Festival of Alternatives in central London, 1st May 2002 Read More
Billed as a ” multisensory experience that combines media, technology and play in one place,” Dopamine Land is an interactive installation in South Kensington.
In photos: Dopamine Land, London – a hit and miss interactive multisensory experience Read More
Extinction Rebellion have taken over Parliament Square from the 21st to 24th April to highlight the lack of action against climate change. More than 200 organisations are supporting the event …
Extinction Rebellion Parliament Square protest – activists, speakers, music and Morris Dancers, Sun 23rd April 2023 Read More
Continuing my occasional series of archive London photos, here’s a selection of images taken around Frith Street, Old Compton Street, Carnaby Street and Soho in early 2003.
In photos: a look around the streets of Soho in central London, back in early 2003 Read More
There’s not many album covers that are so iconic that you can dedicate an entire exhibition to them, but then David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane was no ordinary record.
Aladdin Sane: 50 years – Southbank exhibition explores David Bowie’s iconic cover artwork Read More
The City of London’s largest public rooftop space, The Garden at 120, can be found at the top of the Fen Court building at 120 Fenchurch Street. It’s free to …
In photos: Panoramic views of London from The Garden at 120 Fenchurch Street, London – a free to visit rooftop space Read More
Celebrating Soho’s legendary club The Batcave is a small exhibition dedicated to what was a central part of the Goth scene in London in the early 1980s.
The Batcave – 40th anniversary exhibition at the Museum of Youth Culture, Soho, London Read More
On view until the 23rd April 2023 is this rather wonderful installation Mumbai based artist Jitish Kallat, which takes the form of two, 336m-long intersecting spirals with signposts indicating distances …
In photos: Whorled (Here After Here After Here) – a spiral of road signs at Somerset House, London Read More
Located right next to the Tate Modern on the south bank of the River Thames, the Bankside Gallery is currently hosting a wonderful exhibition by the Society of Wood Engravers.
Don’t miss the Society of Wood Engravers Annual Exhibition at the Bankside Gallery, London – runs until 26th Feb 2023 Read More
Billed as a “significant new space that seeks to champion photography made in Britain,” The Centre for British Photography is a free public galley that’s well worth visiting,
Take a look around The Centre for British Photography – a new free gallery off Piccadilly, London Read More
London can be absolutely beautiful at night, especially when it’s not jammed full of tourists and Instagramers. The freezing weather last night meant I was able to enjoy a quiet, …
A peaceful winter’s evening walk along the South Bank from Hungerford Bridge to Blackfriars Bridge Read More
Here’s a selection of 15 photos taken in and around Soho in January 2003, including views of pub and shop frontages.
In photos: a walk around Soho, London in January 2003 Read More