This fascinating major new exhibition at the the Wellcome Collection in Euston, central London, explores notions of beauty across time and cultures. It’s running until the 28th April 2024 and …
Art: The Cult of Beauty at the Wellcome Collection examines notions of beauty across time and cultures Read More
Now this was a real treat: earlier this month, the beautiful Fitzrovia Chapel in central London hosted an exhibition of 20 photographs of David Bowie, all taken from a photo …
In photos: David Bowie and the Fitzrovia Chapel, central London Read More
Running until March 31st, 2024, Copy Machine Manifestos: Artists Who Make Zines is a superb exhibition dedicated to the five decades of artists’ zines produced in North America. As someone …
Don’t miss Copy Machine Manifestos: Artists Who Make Zines at the Brooklyn Museum, New York Read More
Yesterday I went on a short walk, heading east from Vauxhall along the River Thames as far as the South Bank. I took along my beautifully retro Olympus Pen-F camera, …
A wintertime walk along the River Thames in gritty black and white photos Read More
As regular readers of this blog will know, I love New York’s Central Park in the Fall/Autumn. Here’s 20 photos taken last November:
In photos: ice skating, autumnal shades and shadows, Central Park, New York Read More
I’ve been visiting Coney Island in Brooklyn since 1986, and I’ve watched the seaside resort slowly get back on its feet after years of under investment. Here’s how it looked …
Return to Coney Island – winter scenes, Luna Park, architecture and empty beaches Read More
I recently visited Margate on the south coast of England to watch Dulwich Hamlet football club thump the home team 4-1. I also made sure I got there early enough …
In photos: Margate in the winter time – 65 photos of the seaside, shops and local architecture Read More
Anyone walking along the Thames last night would have witnessed an absolutely beautiful sunset, with glorious shades of red and orange colouring the sky. Here’s 14 photos from my walk …
In photos: a stunning winter sunset by the River Thames, featuring the Albert and Chelsea Bridges Read More
A couple of months ago, I took a stroll through the picturesque Victorian-era cemetery close to the centre of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
In photos: Lancaster Cemetery in beautiful shades of autumn, Pennsylvania, USA Read More
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
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
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
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
Currently on display at St John the Baptist Church in West London is the striking sculpture Mars: War & Peace, the touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram.
In photos – Luke Jerram’s Mars: War & Peace at the Kensington & Chelsea Festival 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
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
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
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
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
I’ve always had a soft spot for the mighty Quo. In pre-punk days, their ‘heads down, no-nonsense mindless boogie’ provided a welcome refuge from prog rock doodlings and yacht rockers …
Rockin’ all over The Barbican: see the Status Quo exhibition before it closes on 22nd May 2023 Read More
New York’s Central Park looks glorious in autumnal sunshine. Here’s a series of 24 photos taken while I walked through the park on a warm and sunny November afternoon.
Photo feature: New York Central Park in the late autumn sunshine 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
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
This was easily one of the best exhibitions I’ve seen in a long time, showcasing the work of this great American artist. Best of all, you can get to see …
Must see: Edward Hopper’s New York at the Whitney Museum of American Art, NYC Read More
The South Bank is full of colour right now with outdoor neon lighting illuminating the bare trees. Here’s a series of 15 photos taken on an autumnal Sunday afternoon:
In photos: London’s South Bank at dusk – dark clouds, rain, neon trees, books and umbrellas Read More