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Peruvian artist Antonio Paucar wins Artes Mundi prize

Peruvian artist and beekeeper Antonio Paucar wins the prestigious Artes Mundi award in Wales. He plans to use the £40,000 prize to build a cultural centre in the Andes. Discover his powerful eco-art.

London art show shut by vandals with £15k repair bill

A London social justice art exhibition was forced to close early after vandals attacked galleries with a pickaxe, causing £15,000 of damage. Police have halted the investigation due to lack of evidence.

Sketch London reveals new art by Jonathan Baldock

London's iconic Sketch restaurant reveals a dramatic new art installation by British artist Jonathan Baldock, featuring 84 clay masks and surreal sculptures. Discover the Mayfair gallery's latest transformation.

Art After Dark 2026: Free Music Trail in West End

A free, music-themed art trail will transform London's West End for one week in February 2026. Discover large-scale installations and late-night events centred on Piccadilly Circus.

Marlow Moss: The British artist who influenced Mondrian

Long overshadowed, cross-dressing British artist Marlow Moss is finally receiving recognition, with evidence suggesting she significantly influenced Piet Mondrian's famous double-line technique. Her work is now commanding record prices.

Ayoade Bamgboye Wins Edinburgh Best Newcomer Award

Comedian Ayoade Bamgboye discusses her Edinburgh Fringe debut, winning the prestigious Best Newcomer award, and her unique cross-cultural comedy. Discover her journey from Lagos to London.

Award-winning teacher Joanna Ross dies aged 70

Tributes paid to Joanna Ross, a dedicated special educational needs teacher in London who championed inclusive education and won a Pearson Teaching award. Her legacy of creativity and compassion touched countless lives.

61 Matisse Artworks Donated to Paris Museum

The Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris receives an historic donation of 61 Henri Matisse works, most depicting his daughter and muse, Marguerite. Explore the story behind the art.

2025 US Protest Art: Statues, Murals and Performances

Across US cities in 2025, powerful protest art—from a Trump-Epstein statue to melting ice sculptures—became focal points for collective action on issues from Gaza to immigration. Explore the images.

Phil Spencer wins award as Xbox faces sales slump

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer receives an Industry Icon award at a ceremony in Algeria, a country where Xbox consoles are not sold. The accolade comes during a challenging period for Xbox, marked by declining sales and studio closures.

LA's 'Am I Next?' protest art targets ICE raids

A powerful public art installation in downtown Los Angeles projects billboard-sized portraits asking 'Am I Next?' in response to aggressive immigration enforcement. Discover how the city is fighting back.

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