David Gerstein: Five things to know

David Gerstein has spent more than five decades redefining the relationship between painting and sculpture. Instantly recognisable for his colourful, layered aluminium works, the internationally ac...

James McQueen: Five things to know

James McQueen is a contemporary artist based in the United Kingdom. His art explores themes of typography, Pop art, and abstraction, using the graphic design language of book covers as a template f...

Johnny Depp: Five things to know

An award-winning actor with a 40-year career in film spanning blockbuster movies and arthouse films, Johnny Depp has long turned to visual art as a ‘release’ away from the camera, constantly sketch...

The story of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers

Few paintings in art history are as instantly recognisable as Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers series. With their radiant yellows, swirling brushstrokes and emotional intensity, these works have becom...

The History of the Pop Art Movement

Arguably the most influential genre in modern art, pop art’s impact on culture as we know it is undeniable. A pivotal moment in art history, the mid-century art movement saw artists like Warhol, Li...

The Art of Kintsugi: Embracing Imperfection

What Is Kintsugi?  Literally translated, kintsugi (金継ぎ) means gold (kin) joinery (tsugi). This ancient Japanese art involves transforming broken pottery into objects of beauty by mending cracks ...

Perfect vision: how contemporary artists create idyllic scenes

From the rolling hills of the British countryside to the wide-open skies of the Nevada desert, artists and collectors have long turned to landscapes as a source of calm and contemplation. Idyllic s...

Lenticular Artworks

What is a lenticular artwork? A lenticular is a unique type of artwork that uses a special print process and lens to create a dynamic visual experience.

The timeless art of portraiture

Portraiture is one of the most enduring forms of art. A practice that transcends time, it connects us with the lives of others – past and present – on a human level. Throughout history, some of the...

The harmony of art and music

Intrinsically linked, art and music are both powerful forms of artistic expression that provoke us to contemplate new ideas and feelings, relive fond memories and express ourselves freely. It’s no ...